Controller (Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Little Italy)

Schulte Hospitality Group; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily Pay

Telemedicine & Mental Health care

Health Insurance options

401k Match

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Discount marketplace

Job summary

Schulte Hosptiality Group at Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Little Italy is seeking a Controller to oversee financial operations for a busy hospitality property in San Diego.

You will manage general ledger, payroll, accounts payable, and budgeting, ensuring compliance with GAAP and USALI while delivering accurate, timely financials to executive leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field.
• Five years of accounting management experience, preferably in hospitality.
• CPA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure GAAP/USALI compliance across all accounting activities.
• Safeguard assets and maintain accurate recording of transactions through internal controls.
• Lead day-to-day accounts payable, cash disbursements, invoicing, payroll, and inventory integrity.
• Produce timely monthly financials for executives and the Board.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

USALI

Communication

Leadership

MS Office

Time management

Hotel operations knowledge

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

CPA preferred

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Little Italy (Schulte Hosptiality Group) Controller

Schulte Hosptiality Group is an organization whose success is rooted in its service culture. Our mission is to exude hospitality, be respectful and authentic, prioritize the needs of our internal and external stakeholders above our own, and continuously strive to make a positive impact in all we do. We are passionate hoteliers eager to add like-minded people to our rapidly growing team!

What's In It For You?

When You Join Schulte Hosptiality Group, You'll Be Part Of a Team Committed To An Inclusive, Employee-focused Workplace That Is Invested In Your Development. We Want You To Feel Engaged, Empowered, And Excited To Grow With Us. After All, We Believe Our Greatest And Most Valuable Asset Is Our People! Schulte Hosptiality Group provides a Rewarding, Fun And Flexible Work Environment, Exciting Perks, An Atmosphere Designed To Encourage And Promote Career Growth Within The Company And a Robust Benefit Package Including, But Not Limited To:

• Work Today, Get Paid today, with Daily Pay!


• Free Telemedicine and Virtual Mental Health care access for All Associates starting day one!


• Multiple Health Insurance and Life Insurance options


• 401k Plan + Company Match


• Paid Parental Leave


• Paid Time Off


• Holiday Pay


• Pet Insurance


• Employee Assistance Program


• Schulte Savings Marketplace Discounts on event tickets, electronics, gym memberships + more!

Our Company

Schulte Hosptiality Group is a leading third-party management company with deep, multi-generational experience in all facets of the hospitality industry. We are a diverse team of innovative hoteliers and restauranteurs operating more than 200 locations across 38 states and 3 countries. Our portfolio includes a wide array of reputable brands like Marriott, Hilton, IHG and Hyatt as well as many unique, independent, boutique and lifestyle properties and restaurants.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensures compliance with all Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and the Uniform System of Accounts for the Lodging Industry (USALI).


• Safeguard assets and assure accurate and timely recording of all transactions by implementing disciplines of internal audits, controls and checks across all departments.


• Lead and direct the accuracy and productivity of day-to-day activities of accounts payable, cash disbursements, invoicing/billing, customer credits and collections, payroll, perpetual inventory integrity, fixed asset records, general & entity accounting and cost accounting.


• Develop, improve and issue timely monthly financial records for executive management team and Board of Directors.


• Ensure financial plans are consistent with organizational goals.


• Provide financial analysis tools to evaluate company ventures, programs, capital expenditures, products costing, etc.


• Communicates financial concepts in a clear and persuasive manner that is easy to understand and drives desired behaviors


• Manage commercial banking relationships to facilitate an appropriate credit resource under highly competitive terms.


• Monitors systems to ensure accuracy of data (e.g., outlet menu prices) and support the achievement of revenue goals.


• Interface with outside audit firms(s), banks and lessors, casualty/liability insurance agent(s), credit card companies, and collection agencies.


• Provide visionary, strategic and functional leadership on behalf of finance and accounting across the organization, in accordance with strategic objectives.


• Actively serve as a key member of the executive leadership team.


• Perform various other duties as assigned to meet business objectives

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field.


• Five (5) years of accounting management experience, preferably in the hospitality industry.


• CPA preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Basic math skills


• Understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and the Uniform System of Accounts for the Lodging Industry (USALI).


• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing


• Strong leadership skills


• Strong Microsoft Office skills (Word and Excel--Outlook a plus)


• Detail oriented; strives for excellence in all assignments


• Excellent time management skills


• Knowledge of overall hotel operations as they affect the accounting department


• The hiring process may consist of a phone interview, manager(s) interview, drug screen, background check, reference checks, and potential employment assessment. This job description is only intended to provide a general description of the benefits and compensation applicable to this position. Paid Time Off (PTO) is available for eligible associates in accordance with the Company's Paid Time Off policy.Specific compensation and benefit details will be discussed during the interview process.


• Schulte Hosptiality Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Compensation Range

$120,000 - $140,000

Compensation Range

$120,000 - $140,000