Controller

Controller

Job Category: Accounting Finance

Location: Juniper Preserve, Bend, OR 97701, USA

Salary: $85,000 - $95,000

Description

Directs and coordinates the month-end financial statement preparation process for all of the various entities at Juniper Preserve. Responsibilities for the position include staff supervision and training, financial statement preparation, contract/HOA administration, construction projects, balance sheet reconciliation, IT support, cash flow forecasting, and a wide variety of other tasks as needed and directed by the Director of Finance. The position requires a strong knowledge of cash and accrual basis accounting, financial reporting, private clubs and resort hospitality, development accounting and proficiency in computer software environments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Implements and adheres to company policies and procedures for the Accounting function, including compliance of all company accounting standards.
• Oversees accounting and administrative controls so as to safeguard the assets of the company by reducing theft as well as internal fraud. Ensures proper compliance with established and recommended internal controls.
• Prepares & submits monthly financial statements & supporting schedules that identify actual, budget, variance and over/under based on the plan.
• Analyzes various accounting reports such as accounts receivable, accounts payable, inventory, various general ledger and monthly financial statements.
• Responsible for intercompany entries for development and real estate payroll which are tied to the Resort.
• Responsible for monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
• Monitors and assists in the management of property cash flow including capital calls.
• Prepares and coordinates the closing of month-end and year-end books.
• Recommends to management the implementation of policies, procedures, processes and controls based on continual analysis of current accounting processes.
• Establishes accounting protocols and work flows for the property based on property needs, ensuring compliance with management company's accounting standards.
• Monitors contracts with facility's vendors.
• Ensures collection and payment of applicable local, state, and federal taxes. Prepares or reviews preparation of monthly tax reports.
• Responsible for training, planning, assigning, and directing work, evaluating performance, rewarding, and disciplining associates; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Assures that effective orientation and training are given to each new associate. Develops ongoing training programs.
• Maintain relationships with other financial organizations and agencies, to include banks, insurance companies, government agencies, etc.
• Maintains a professional standard at Juniper Preserve including, but not limited to, appearance, interaction with members, associates, guests of the resort, verbal discussions and written correspondence.
• Maintains positive attitude and the flexibility to take on new and different tasks as assigned by the Director of Finance.
• Maintains professional boundaries with members and guests; does not engage in personal or work-related discussions outside of appropriate channels

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree (B.A.) with an emphasis in accounting or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in hospitality accounting and 2 years in construction accounting.
• This position requires an individual who is highly organized with demonstrated attention to detail in accounting and who possesses knowledge of computerized information systems used in financial and/or accounting applications. Must demonstrate the ability to work with employees at all levels of the organization. Requires a strong working knowledge of the club and resort hospitality industry, Microsoft Office applications and knowledge of property management system.
• Critical thinking skills are required to minimize costs and maximize revenues, therefore improving the value of the business.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Office applications with expert level spreadsheet capabilities, and Google platforms.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports and business correspondence.
• Ability to effectively respond to questions from managers, subcontractors, employees and vendors.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
• Proficient in spreadsheet and word processing applications.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Knowledge of property management system Springer Miller Systems and Jonas.
• Sage 100.
• Knowledge of Resort and Hospitality Accounts Receivable Standards.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Manages department members: Assistant Controller, Senior Accountant, Staff Accountant.