Task Force Controller - Collegiate Hotel Group

Collegiate Hotel Group® is seeking a Task Force Controller. The Task Force Controller is responsible for serving as the acting Controller at the assigned hotel during vacancies or leave. When not assigned to a specific property, the Task Force Controller will provide support to the company on various projects and/or other assignments.

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JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assume the responsibilities of the Property Controller when the position is vacant, when the Controller is on leave, or when a hotel property needs additional financial support.
• Serve as the temporary on-property financial leader.
• Provide support to departmental managers and the general manager with financial management including bi-weekly forecasting.
• Review daily income journal for accuracy, reconciliation of daily cash and credit card deposits and ensuring the Guest, City and Advance Deposit ledgers balance to the general ledger
• Manage the accounts receivable functions, ensuring the accounts are in good standing.
• Run accounting platforms with an emphasis on the purchase order and accounting systems
• Process credit card and cash deposits in an accurate and timely manner.
• Reconcile daily sales and lodging taxes collected.
• Provide the General Manager with timely and accurate data and financial reports.
• Train new Associates on procedures, auditing, cash controls, payroll, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and other related duties based on existing policies.
• Perform the role as principal hotel financial training resource for the General Managers and other team members on accounting policies, procedures, and systems.
• Conduct monthly financial reviews with General Managers.
• Perform field operational internal control audits on a regular basis to track SOP Compliance.
• Implement Standard Operating Procedures, internal controls, and safeguards for property assets
• Work with on-boarding and off-boarding teams for smooth transitions.
• Participate in the budget process.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree preferred, preferably in Accounting/Finance or Business Education
• 3 years of accounting experience preferred, preferably in a hotel environment

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and the Uniform System of Accounts for the Lodging Industry (USALI).
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Strong leadership skills
• Strong knowledge of the accounts payable, income audit, and general ledger reconciliation functions required.
• Proficiency in ProfitSword, PMS interface system, POS Interfaces preferred.
• Proficiency in hotel Property Management systems (Infor) and POS systems (Toast, Digital Dining) required
• Strong PC skills including Microsoft Excel, and other related accounting and finance applications.
• Extremely organizational with excellent analytical, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Maintain confidentiality of guest information and pertinent hotel data
• The role requires an on-property presence. Ability to travel not less than 50% of the time is expected.

BENEFITS/ PERKS

• Work today, get paid today, with Daily Pay!

• Free telemedicine and virtual mental health care access for all team members starting day one!

• Multiple health insurance and life insurance options

• 401k plan company match

• Paid time off for eligible team members

• Holiday pay/ paid holidays

• Pet insurance

• Employee Assistance Program

• Discounted hotel rooms

• Savings Marketplace discounts on event tickets, electronics, gym memberships more!

• 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. Specific compensation and benefit details will be discussed during the interview process.

• Collegiate Hotel Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.