Area Controller

Overview

SkyBridge Luxury & Associates is seeking an experienced Area Controller to join a leading collection of boutique coastal hotels in Coastal Oregon. This hands-on leadership role will support four properties, driving financial operations and team development while ensuring accurate reporting and fiscal compliance. Candidates must have strong ties to the Oregon hospitality market and a background in multi-property hotel finance.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Area Controller will oversee all accounting functions, including income audit, payroll, AP/AR, tax filing, and internal controls. The position plays a key role in the monthly close process, supports audits, and helps drive financial performance across the region. The ideal candidate brings a balance of strategic oversight and operational execution.

Day-to-Day Operations

You’ll be hands-on daily with income audits, journal entries, payroll, cash handling, and inventory. You'll work directly with property accounting teams to prepare financial statements, review reconciliations, and support ongoing audits. Your role is a blend of leadership, coaching, analysis, and collaboration — ensuring accurate reporting and helping the Director of Finance execute the broader financial strategy.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Operations

• Prepare/review journal vouchers, reconciliations, and month-end reports for four properties
• Oversee AP, AR, payroll, and cash handling across all sites
• Manage daily income audit processes and tax filings
• Assist with internal, external, and government audits

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, train, and evaluate accounting staff at each hotel
• Foster team development through coaching and performance feedback
• Maintain service standards aligned with company values and procedures

Strategic & Analytical Support

• Support budgeting, cash flow forecasting, and financial planning
• Participate in monthly financial reviews with the Director of Finance
• Analyze variances and recommend cost control and revenue enhancements
• Assist with year-end audit prep and reporting

Systems & Compliance

• Maintain G/L integrity, financial systems, and internal controls
• Ensure timely and accurate financial statements and audit compliance
• Collaborate with department heads to troubleshoot financial discrepancies

Qualifications

Education: Degree in Finance or Accounting

Experience: 5 years in hospitality accounting; multi-property experience preferred

Skills:

• Strong Microsoft Excel and Word proficiency
• Experience leading accounting teams
• Clear communication and high attention to detail
• Strong organizational and problem-solving capabilities
• Proven leadership and coaching ability

Benefits:

• Health/Dental/Vision/EAP coverage
• Supplemental benefits including life insurance and pet insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid holidays, vacation, personal, and sick time
• Complimentary shift meal
• On-site parking
• Employee/family/friend discounts at affiliated hotels nationwide
• Career growth opportunities and recognition programs

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Day shift
• Regional travel as needed

Work Location: Based in Coastal Oregon; on-site presence required across three properties

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person (Pacific City, OR)