Hotel Finance Lead — Assistant Controller

Hilton Charlotte University Place; Charlotte (NC); On-site; Full time

Job description

The Assistant Hotel Controller supports the property's Director of Finance with the accounting department for the Hilton Charlotte University Place. You will manage accounts payable/receivable, payroll processing, month‑end closes, and balance sheet reconciliations.

Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting: Prepare and assist with P&L statements, balance sheets, and bank reconciliations.
• Team Supervision: Guide and train accounting staff, including accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), and night audit teams.
• Payroll Processing: Review timecards, process payroll, and ensure labor costs align with hotel budgets.
• Audit & Compliance: Facilitate internal and external audits, enforce internal controls, and maintain compliance with local and state tax regulations.
• Systems Management: Work with hospitality-specific software like PMS and POS integrations, alongside standard financial platforms.

Qualifications

• Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Hospitality Management is strongly preferred.
• Experience: Typically requires 2-5 years of progressive accounting experience, with specific background in hotel or resort operations Assistant Controller.
• Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with industry accounting software (e.g., M3 Accounting Software).

Compensation: $0