Complex Controller - Moxy Downtown, DC and Courtyard Dupont Cir., DC

Position Summary

The Controller administers all financial activities of the hotel; implements and monitors effective controls and procedures, prepares accurate and prompt reports and analysis, and provides advice and input on financial decisions impacting the hotel.

Additionally, the Controller reports directly to Area General Manager. Works directly with the Executive Committee members on operational issues and ensures financial goals of the hotel are met.

Core Responsibilities

• Ensure the financial impact of all business decisions is properly addressed wherever applicable.
• Plan, direct and implement strategies that allow the accurate, timely and objective reporting of financial data. Maintain sound internal control systems to protect company assets.
• Direct preparation of annual budgets, monthly forecasts; monthly, quarterly and annual reports to summarize and forecast hotel revenues, expenses and earnings.
• Hire, train, evaluate and counsel Accounting staff members.
• Arrange for audits of hotel accounts.
• Prepare reports required by regulatory agencies.
• Work in a cooperative and friendly manner with fellow associates.
• Practice a culture of guest service in all you do; promote courtesy, good will and a positive attitude in each and every encounter.
• Perform any reasonable request as assigned or directed by management.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related business field
• Minimum 2 years' experience leading hotel Accounting functions
• Strong business communication skills verbal and written
• Knowledge of federal, state and local employment laws and regulations
• High work ethic and self-initiative
• Ability to maintain calm and professional demeanor in sometimes high pressure situations
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Suite
• Some travel may be required
• Regular attendance according to established guidelines
• May be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the property
• Must possess basic computational ability, in order to accurately produce required reports
• Focus and maintain attention to multiple tasks in a short time period, and complete work assignments within deadline demands, despite frequent interruptions
• Ability to maintain excellent relationships with staff and maintain staff and guest confidentiality at all times
• Ability to participate in, and at times lead departmental and/or hotel team meetings
• Salary range $110k - $120k plus bonus
  
  

This job description is not an exhaustive list of all job functions that are required of an employee in this position. Therefore, other duties may be asked of an employee in this position from time to time.