Controller

Are you an experienced accounting professional who can lead a department with accuracy and integrity? Do you want to work for a company that lives by its values of Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excitement (RISE)? Can you picture yourself working in a strong and dynamic culture of collaboration? If so, this might be the role for you.
As a leader in the hospitality industry, Schahet Hotels has built a reputation for exceptional culture, genuine care, and superior guest service.  They are proud to be recognized as a Top Workplace since 2021, earning the title of Top Workplace for five consecutive years (2021–2025).
Although they continue to grow, they remain grounded in what matters most — their people.  Their company values, known as RISE, guide everything they do: Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excitement.
When their team members feel supported, appreciated, and excited about their work — everyone benefits.  If you’re seeking a workplace that values YOU, Schahet would love to welcome you aboard!
Learn more about them here-  Why Schahet Hotels
Schahet Hotels seeks a dedicated Controller to help them strengthen their accounting department and lead them to continued success. 

The Controller position is responsible for managing property accountants and accounts payable staff to ensure proper and accurate financial reporting for each property and the management company.  The company currently has 9 locations with more under development.  This role is in the office 5 days a week to foster collaboration and team mentorship. 
Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive Base Salary and Incentive Plan
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Vacation, Personal, and Sick Time off (VPS)
• 401(K) with Company Match
• Employee Hotel Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Community Service Hours

The Controller will:

• Supervise two direct reports in the accounting department, managing day-to-day cash reconciliations, recording daily and monthly general ledger accounting activity, and also preparing property-level salaried payroll
• Own and manage relationships with financial and payroll system vendors, serving as the primary point of contact to troubleshoot issues, coordinate resolutions, and ensure systems operate effectively and in compliance, while partnering with Human Resources on payroll, benefit-related processes, and associate lifecycle processes.
• Provide leadership and oversight to accounting staff, including setting clear expectations, managing workloads, and ensuring accountability for performance and deadlines.
• Support Hotel General Managers and property teams by ensuring accounting and payroll processes run smoothly and efficiently.
• Oversee all general ledger activity and all reporting of income, expenses, and accruals 
• Remit and ensure accuracy of monthly sales and occupancy tax returns
• Complete month-end journal entries for rent, notes payable or any other “below the line” items not recorded daily by property accountants
• Schedule and provide requested information for any insurance, worker's comp, sales/occupancy tax, government or any other audits

Ideal Controller candidates have:

• CPA or Masters degree in Accounting preferred
• 5 years of experience as a controller or in a similar position helpful
• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field
• Multi-unit/division experience helpful
• Excellent communication skills to work in the office and also work with managers from multiple locations
• Excellent organizational skills to timely manage and meet all reporting requirements for each property

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