Mecca HR is hiring for a Hotel Controller in Miami, FL.

Position Description

Position Title: Controller

Department: Finance

Reports to: General Manager

Position Purpose:

Manages and directs the financial activities of the Hotel and commercial retail, manages Cash Flow, safeguards the Assets and Liabilities, prepares all Financial Reports in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assist and advise department heads with the interpretation and analysis of financial data, recommending courses of action to maximize hotel profitability.
• Direct and administer all financial operations of the hotel to include, but not limited to, asset protection, financial reporting, systems management, hotel-wide budget and forecasting, team management, and meeting participation and facilitation.
• Monitor and approve purchases (Birchstreet), salaries and expenses of the hotel.
• Provide financial oversight of the capital expenditure bid / RFP management process.
• Accountable for budgets and forecasts/projections as required (Annual, Revised Annual, Monthly, and/or on Owner’s requests) and all hotel financial reporting to department heads, hotel management and owners in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Demonstrate understanding of Management Agreement and related fee implications.
• Monitor property cash flow and oversee all owner contributions or distributions.
• Manage CAPEX BID/RFP process and respond to inquiries related to fixed asset management.
• Work with shared services center on month-end close process to deliver timely and accurate monthly financial reporting.
• Collaborate with SSCs and service provider.
• Direct and approve escalated issues experienced with shared services center and third-party service providers (outsourcing provider, auditors, state and local tax authorities, banks) to ensure consistency, quality and timeliness of information and requests.
• Ensure that all licenses, permits, and insurance policies are current and are in compliance with local, state, and Federal laws. Monitor all contracts and agreements and advise hotel management of the terms, conditions and benefits.
• Hire, manage and evaluate Operations Finance team members at the hotel(s).
• Ensure hotel is in compliance with Corporate Policies (SPI’s) and governmental rules and regulations. Report irregularities and non-compliant situations to General Manager
• Cooperate with External audits. Implement agreed upon recommendation.
• Support and foster an environment receptive to change in response to ownership initiatives and special projects.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned or required.
• Act in accordance with fire, health and safety regulations on property and follow the correct procedures when required.

OTHER:

Due to the cyclical nature of the hospitality industry, team members may be required to

work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the hotel.

Regular attendance in conformance with the standards, which may be established by

The company, from time to time, is essential to the successful performance of this position. Team members with irregular attendance will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

SUPPORTIVE FUNCTIONS:

? Maintain an open line of communication between guests, team members and management.

? Assist office in any other administrative duties as needed.

? Other duties as assigned by the General Manager.

SPECIFIC JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY:

The individual must posses the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

? Effective communication skills, with the ability to clearly and concisely express ideas both verbally and in writing.

? Excellent interpersonal skills that build trust and instill confidence to motivate and influence others.

? Absolute discretion and confidentiality regarding sensitive information.

? Ability to take initiative to identify, prioritize and implement all elements required for team to fulfill responsibilities in accordance with core strategic goals.

? Strong problem-solving skills, including ability to effectively address any issue in collaboration with others as appropriate; ability to proactively identify and prevent potential problems; ability to help develop problem solving skills among direct reports and other team members as appropriate.

? Ability to work well under pressure and effectively handle multiple, concurrent demands and appropriately prioritize responsibilities.

? Ability to collaborate with others and act in an objective manner to effectively solve problems and stay on track towards accomplishing organizational goals.

? Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage details through to completion and ensure project deadlines are met.

QUALIFICATION STANDARDS:

Education:

(4) Four year college degree required in Accounting.

Experience:

Minimum of 3 years Finance experience for major Hotel Company in a similar size operation.

Licenses or Certificates:

Certified Public Account preferred.

Software:

Sage 50 Accounting Software (preferred)

Peachtree Accounting Software (preferred)

Yardi Breeze Property Management (preferred)

Microsoft Excel

Other:

Additional language ability preferred.