Regional Controller

Schulte Hospitality Group; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work Today, Get Paid Today

Free Telemedicine services

Multiple Health and Life Insurance options

401k Plan with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

A hospitality management firm in Louisville, Kentucky is seeking a Regional Controller. This role entails overseeing accounting functions, managing senior accounting staff, and ensuring compliance with financial reporting standards. Candidates should have a BA or BS degree in accounting or finance along with a minimum of two years of senior staff accounting experience. This position offers a range of benefits and a focus on career development in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years Senior Staff Accountant experience, or 5 years in financial management.
• Hotel experience helpful.
• Must be able to prioritize Regional functions to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting functions with the corporate accounting team.
• Ensure accurate and timely monthly journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Lead, direct and manage senior staff accountants.
• Perform analysis of budget-to-actual variations.

Skills

Detail oriented

Strong organizational skills

Communication skills

Customer service orientation

Leadership abilities

Knowledge of US GAAP

Education

BA or BS degree in accounting or finance

Tools

Microsoft Office

Computerized general ledger systems

Job description

Schulte Companies is seeking an energetic, experienced, and hands‑on Regional Controller to join our team! Schulte Companies 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 Companies 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 Companies 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

Key Benefits

• 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 for eligible associates
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Schulte Savings Marketplace Discounts on event tickets, electronics, gym memberships + more!

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting functions with the corporate accounting team
• Oversee month‑end close processes including balancing, timely upload of all month end reports, and reconciliation and accuracy of all ledgers and reports submitted
• Participate in monthly review of financial statements and review of all general ledger account classifications with Corporate Office, General Manager and other property level managers
• Ensure accurate and timely monthly journal entries, account reconciliations and research on financial questions as appropriate
• Complete, review and/or cash projections for hotel/reits. Effectively communicate cash needs to ownership
• Lead, direct and manage senior staff accountants and staff accountants
• Perform analysis of budget‑to‑actual variations and ensure accuracy of financial results
• Direct monthly forecasting and annual budget process as needed
• Oversee month end inventory calculation and ensure accuracy of physical counts, pricing and related worksheets
• Oversee all hotel cash handling operations and procedures
• Ensure compliance with SOX compliance requirements
• Oversee daily & monthly reconciliation of sales & occupancy tax requirements
• Oversee Accounts Payable invoices, verifying accuracy of coding
• Assist in creating and implementing internal audit SOPs and standards
• Perform Accounts Receivable functions including proper credit approval, review of aging and follow‑up with OPS VP
• Assist with external audit requests ensuring timeliness with all requests
• Ensure that property meets internal and external audit standards as outlined in the Internal Audit guidelines and other Corporate Office communications
• Providing direction and training to hotel operational team in areas related to financial reports, internal controls, standard operating procedures, expense controls, and payroll
• Performs other duties as assigned to meet business objectives
• Communicate with ownership on operational results and cash needs
• Monthly financial package
• Monthly owner reporting
• Monthly department reporting
• Trend and metric analysis
• Analyze data and make recommendations to Accounting
• Ad hoc reports as requested
• Development of budget planning tools
• Produce monthly forecast reporting
• Develop best practices around forecasting for hotel teams
• Track forecast accuracy by hotel
• Coordination of new hotel historical data into the various reporting systems
• ROI analysis on renovations and revenue enhancement projects

Education And Experience

• Minimum 2 years Sr. Staff Accountant experience, or 5 years financial management experience
• Hotel experience helpful
• BA or BS degree in accounting or finance required

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge and deep understanding of all aspects of hotel operations.
• Must be detail oriented, with strong organizational and communication skills.
• Promotes an atmosphere of teamwork with the ability to lead by example.
• Builds morale and spirit while instilling an industry leading guest service attitude in all associates.
• Strong customer service orientation and skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• "Hands-on" leadership approach to management and team development.
• Must be able to prioritize Regional functions in order to meet all deadlines
• Executes all performance management, oversee recruitment & retention programs to include bonus program & annual reviews.
• Well‑versed in strategic planning and operational execution
• Excellent communicator and dynamic presenter.
• Ability to lead, motivate and direct with clear communication.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, internal controls and financial reporting required
• Ability to communicate statistical and financial data at the executive and entry level
• Ability to thoroughly understand and analyze financial statements and cash flows
• Meet all deadlines as required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to produce results with minimal supervision in a fast paced environment
• Strong organizational, problem solving, analytical, and general ledger reconciliation skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously with accuracy
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office and computerized general ledger systems used within Schulte Hospitality
• Knowledge of PMS and POS systems strongly preferred
• 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. This position is tipped eligible. Specific compensation and benefit details will be discussed during the interview process.
• Schulte Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.