Financial Controller

Renowned Recruitment Group; Newport Beach (CA); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the hospitality sector is seeking a strategic Financial Controller to lead their Finance and Accounting Department. This hybrid role in Newport Beach emphasizes financial integrity, team mentorship, and process improvements. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in finance, particularly within hospitality, and will thrive in a fast-paced environment. Join this dynamic team to make a significant impact on financial operations and drive organizational success.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Qualifications

• 8+ years in finance/accounting, including 3+ years in leadership.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead accounting operations and ensure GAAP compliance.
• Manage month-end close cycle and prepare financial statements.
• Forecast cash flow and coordinate annual budgets.

Skills

GAAP compliance

Financial Reporting

Cash Management

Data Analysis

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA certification

MBA or CHAE certification

Job description

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Base pay range

$170,000.00/yr - $185,000.00/yr

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Managing Director of Consulting - Renowned Recruitment Group

Overview: A highly rated hotel and restaurant property in the Napa Valley area is seeking an experienced and strategic Financial Controller to oversee the Finance and Accounting Department. This position will be hybrid out of their corporate office in Newport Beach. This is a hands-on leadership position responsible for ensuring financial integrity, mentoring the accounting team, and driving process improvements across departments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead all aspects of accounting operations, including GAAP compliance and internal controls.
• Manage the full month-end close cycle, including journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements, management reports, and supporting schedules.
• Oversee and forecast cash flow to meet operational needs across multiple accounts.
• Coordinate development of annual budgets, forecasts, and financial models with department leaders.
• Reconcile bank and balance sheet accounts monthly; identify and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Maintain accuracy of intercompany accounting across multiple entities.
• Establish and enhance accounting procedures, policies, and internal controls.
• Travel to Napa Valley to visit property as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• CPA, MBA, or CHAE certification strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive finance/accounting experience, including 3+ years in a leadership role.
• Experience in the hospitality industry (hotels, restaurants, or resorts) is highly preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of GAAP, cash management, and financial reporting.
• Proven ability to analyze complex data and communicate clearly with leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities under deadlines.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills; comfortable in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting and Hospitality

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