What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Accountant position at BOCA WOOD COUNTRY CLUB ASSOCIATION INC?
Job Details
Job Title Staff Accountant
Reports to Assistant Controller
Level Experienced
Job Location Boca Woods Country Club - Boca Raton, FL
Position Type Full-Time
Education Level Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)
Job Shift Any
Job Categories Hospitality
About Us: At Boca Woods Country Club, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional experiences to our members and guests. Our commitment to excellence extends beyond our golf courses and dining facilities to the meticulous management of our financial operations. We are seeking a dedicated Staff Accountant to join our team and contribute to the financial integrity of our esteemed club.
Position Summary:
At Boca Woods, we believe our Associates are our greatest strength and competitive advantage. Our Accounting team plays a critical role in maintaining the financial stability of the organization, contributing to both our short-term objectives and long-term strategic vision. As a Staff Accountant, you will be integral in supporting the financial management of the Club, ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance with accounting standards, and efficient financial operations.
Ideal candidates for this role possess a passion for organizational management, an aptitude for accounting principles, and the ability to collaborate effectively with the CFO, Assistant Controller, Accountants, Department Heads, and senior leadership. This position offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.
Key Responsibilities:
- General Accounting
- Maintain adherence to accounting policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with company and industry standards.
- Reconcile general ledger accounts and bank accounts monthly.
- Analyze financial reports, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, inventory, and general ledger.
- Assist with year-end closing processes, including depreciation calculations, capital reconciliation, and financial statement preparation.
- Financial Reporting
- Support the preparation of monthly financial statements and accompanying schedules, including variance analyses against budgeted goals.
- Monitor transactions to the annual budget and prepare regular revenue and business volume reports (weekly, monthly, quarterly, annually).
- Audit and Compliance
- Support audits by ensuring accurate and timely financial documentation.
- Monitor accounting and administrative controls to safeguard assets and mitigate risks of theft or fraud.
- Operational Support
- Conduct daily revenue audits for key operational departments (e.g., Golf, Food & Beverage).
- Collaborate with the Purchasing Department and other teams on accounting tasks.
- Foster productive relationships between accounting and other departments to enhance operational efficiency.
- Cross-Training and Business Continuity
- Crosstrain with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable staff to ensure business continuity during absences or peak periods.
- Review invoices for approval, verify general ledger coding, and ensure compliance with use tax and payment deadlines.
- Additional Responsibilities
- Provide support to the Controller and CFO as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned to meet organizational needs.
Qualifications:
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 1-5 years of accounting experience, preferably in hospitality or private club settings.
- Demonstrated expertise in financial management and accounting principles.
Skills and Competencies:
- Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
- Strong time management and organizational skills.
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to multitask and work independently when required.
Why Join Boca Woods? Boca Woods offers a collaborative and dynamic work environment where your contributions directly impact our success. Join our team and be part of a vibrant community that values excellence, teamwork, and professional growth.
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with private club operations and regulations.
- Experience with club management or enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
- Public Notary certification is a plus.
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods of sitting and working at a computer.
- Occasional standing, walking, reaching, kneeling, and stooping.
- Vision abilities required: close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
- Occasional exposure to extreme cold.
- The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Compensation
- Salary is commensurate with experience.
- Comprehensive benefits are available.
Boca Woods is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Boca Woods Country Club believes in a culture where the following is practiced and lived daily.
- Creates a feeling of overall Hospitality, Warmth and Energy through interactions with Members and Staff.
- Responsible for genuine hospitality to all members and guests, which compliments the service-centric culture of the Club.
- Maintains high visibility, regularly communicating and interfacing with Members, both in person and through structured written communications.
- Is a “Steward of the Brand,” ensuring the intention of the Mission, Vision and Guiding Principles for the Club is understood through actions, practices, processes and through discussions.
- Takes a “Coaching and teaching” approach to team member development and directs corrective action procedures, as necessary.
- Responsible for hiring, coaching, disciplinary action, and ensuring proper documentation is completed.
- Focused on continued development of a culture in which all staff are committed creating “wow” moments for Members and guests.
- Works closely with Club partnerships and approved consultants to ensure successful recruitment, retention and performance of the team members who represent the Organization.
- Greets guests and maintains a visible and approachable presence throughout the operation.
- Responds to member/guest complaints and promptly addresses their concerns.
- Holds and attends regular team meetings for reports, developing alignment across all areas of responsibility.
- As a “Team Player” of Boca Woods Country Club, the Clubhouse Manager must be flexible and is required to perform any job, in whatever capacity, as requested by the General Manager that may be necessary for the smooth operation of Boca Woods Country Club.
This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.
This position description has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of essential job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and abilities.