Hotel Controller - Hyatt LI

Remington Hospitality; Hauppauge (NY); On-site; USD 108,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent hotel group in Hauppauge, New York, is seeking an experienced Hotel Controller to oversee all financial activities. The role involves budgeting, financial reporting, and managing the accounting team. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and a minimum of 2 years of experience in hotel accounting. This position offers a salary of $120,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience leading hotel accounting functions.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Must possess basic computational ability for report production.

Responsibilities

• Ensure financial impact of business decisions is addressed.
• Prepare annual budgets and monthly forecasts.
• Hire, train, evaluate and counsel Accounting staff.

Skills

Strong business communication skills (verbal and written)

High work ethic and self-initiative

Ability to maintain calm in high pressure situations

Strong computer skills in Microsoft Suite

Ability to maintain excellent relationships with staff

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related business field

Job description

The Hotel Controller administers all financial activities of the hotel; implements and monitors effective controls and procedures, prepares accurate and prompt reports and analysis, and provides advice and input on financial decisions impacting the hotel.

Additionally, the Controller reports directly to the Vice President of Hotel Accounting for technical and financial matters. Works directly with the General Manager and other Executive Committee members on operational issues and ensures financial goals of the hotel are met.

Core Responsibilities

• Ensure the financial impact of all business decisions is properly addressed wherever applicable.
• Plan, direct and implement strategies that allow the accurate, timely and objective reporting of financial data. Maintain sound internal control systems to protect company assets.
• Direct preparation of annual budgets, monthly forecasts; monthly, quarterly and annual reports to summarize and forecast hotel revenues, expenses and earnings.
• Hire, train, evaluate and counsel Accounting staff members.
• Arrange for audits of hotel accounts.
• Prepare reports required by regulatory agencies.
• Work in a cooperative and friendly manner with fellow associates.
• Practice a culture of guest service in all you do; promote courtesy, good will and a positive attitude in each and every encounter.
• Perform any reasonable request as assigned or directed by management.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related business field
• Minimum 2 years' experience leading hotel accounting functions
• Strong business communication skills verbal and written
• Knowledge of federal, state and local employment laws and regulations
• High work ethic and self-initiative
• Ability to maintain calm and professional demeanor in sometimes high pressure situations
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Suite
• Some travel may be required
• Regular attendance according to established guidelines
• May be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the property
• Must possess basic computational ability, in order to accurately produce required reports
• Focus and maintain attention to multiple tasks in a short time period, and complete work assignments within deadline demands, despite frequent interruptions
• Ability to maintain excellent relationships with staff and maintain staff and guest confidentiality at all times
• Ability to participate in, and at times lead departmental and/or hotel team meetings

This job description is not an exhaustive list of all job functions that are required of an employee in this position. Therefore, other duties may be asked of an employee in this position from time to time.

Pay: $120,000 Per Year