Controller

Concord Hospitality Enterprises; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) matching

Tuition assistance

Discounted room rates

Training & development

Career advancement

Job summary

Concord Hospitality Enterprises in New Orleans, LA, is seeking a detail-oriented Controller to oversee financial operations and reporting for a select group of hotels. You will protect assets, ensure accurate financial data, and drive sound business decisions.

Lead a team of accounting professionals, supervise A/P and payroll, ensure compliance with internal controls, and collaborate with operations to optimize profitability and guest experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in hotel accounting, finance, or a similar hospitality-related financial leadership role.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, internal controls, and accounting systems.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lead, train, and communicate effectively with a team.
• Working knowledge of hotel operations and financial systems preferred.
• Commitment to upholding company standards and ensuring compliance across departments.

Responsibilities

• Protect hotel and corporate assets through implementation and oversight of effective financial controls.
• Produce accurate and timely financial statements and reports for ownership and management.
• Supervise key accounting functions, including accounts payable and payroll processing.
• Monitor compliance with internal controls and ensure operational efficiency within the Accounting department.
• Manage and oversee the ledger, including returned checks, reimbursements, and collection procedures.
• Serve as a point of contact for guest billing questions and financial research.
• Train and support Accounting team members to maximize performance and ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
• Maintain open communication with all associates, peers, and leaders across departments.
• Prepare and submit all federal, state, and local reports in accordance with applicable laws and SOPs.
• Ensure the timely generation of end-of-period reports and contribute to the period-end close process.
• Participate actively in departmental and leadership meetings.
• Uphold Concord Hospitality’s standards of professionalism and compliance, including safety and security protocols.

Skills

Hotel accounting

Financial reporting

Internal controls

Team leadership

Analytical skills

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Description

Concord Hospitality is seeking a detail-oriented and strategic Controller to oversee financial operations and reporting for a select group of hotels. This role ensures the integrity of accounting practices, protects assets, and delivers timely, accurate financial data to support sound business decisions.

As a Concord Leader you will be responsible to:

• Inspire greatness in your team.
• Encourage and support team members to reach their full potential.
• Create a work environment that is a Great Place to Work for all.
• Lead with integrity, transparency, respect, and professionalism.
• Care for your team and their families.

Responsibilities:

• Protect hotel and corporate assets through implementation and oversight of effective financial controls.
• Produce accurate and timely financial statements and reports for ownership and management.
• Supervise key accounting functions, including accounts payable and payroll processing.
• Monitor compliance with internal controls and ensure operational efficiency within the Accounting department.
• Manage and oversee the ledger, including returned checks, reimbursements, and collection procedures.
• Serve as a point of contact for guest billing questions and financial research.
• Train and support Accounting team members to maximize performance and ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
• Maintain open communication with all associates, peers, and leaders across departments.
• Prepare and submit all federal, state, and local reports in accordance with applicable laws and SOPs.
• Ensure the timely generation of end-of-period reports and contribute to the period-end close process.
• Participate actively in departmental and leadership meetings.
• Uphold Concord Hospitality’s standards of professionalism and compliance, including safety and security protocols.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in hotel accounting, finance, or a similar hospitality-related financial leadership role.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, internal controls, and accounting systems.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lead, train, and communicate effectively with a team.
• Working knowledge of hotel operations and financial systems preferred.
• Commitment to upholding company standards and ensuring compliance across departments.

Benefits

We offer competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package for full-time associates, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and short/long-term disability options
• 401(k) program with company match
• Tuition assistance
• Discounted room rates at Concord-managed hotels
• Training & development opportunities
• Career advancement within our growing portfolio

Why Join Concord?

At Concord Hospitality, we invest deeply in our associates through training and development at all levels, from interns to executives. Our “Associate First” culture nurtures personal and professional growth within the workplace and beyond. We value work-life balance, diversity, and our commitment to delivering outstanding customer service and quality accommodations in every market we serve.

Concord Hospitality is built on five Cornerstones: Quality, Integrity, Community, Profitability, and FUN! Our associates embody these values and proudly cheer our company motto heard across North America:

“We Are Concord!”

We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly support diversity and inclusion through our mission to be a “Great Place to Work for All.”

Equal Opportunity Employer

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Source: Concord Hospitality