Assistant Controller- Dual Property

If you are looking for a team that brings out the best in each other, a team that has fun and are proud of their work - we want to hear from you. The Four Points by Sheraton - Kelowna Airport and Hampton Inn & Suites Kelowna is currently looking for an Assistant Controller- Dual Property.

Argus Hospitality is looking for a results-driven and confident Assistant Controller- Dual Property to manage and improve our financial performance. The Assistant Controller- Dual Property will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the accounting department, and implementation and oversight of activities relating to the financial aspects of the hotels in compliance with local tax laws and the company SOPs.

Your knowledge of hospitality and accounting practices as an Assistant Controller- Dual Property will aid our organization in maintaining positive revenue and financial growth, formulating sound financial strategies, implementing proper internal controls, achieving organizational targets, and developing financial plans that support organizational strategy.

The ideal candidate should possess strong analytical skills, exceptional problem-solving skills, a flair for numbers, be highly organized, and have excellent interrelationship skills. The Assistant Controller- Dual Property should streamline our accounting functions and operations, provide financial analysis and reports, train staff on business finance issues, promote regulatory compliance, and drive income generation.

What will you be doing?

You will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standard:

Managing accounting records, evaluating and managing risk, ensuring compliance with regulations, preparing financial statements, overseeing accounting operations, analyzing financial data, monitoring expenditure, forecasting revenue, coordinating auditing processes, and ensuring accuracy of financial information

Preparing and analyzing financial reports, reconciling daily revenues & settlements, processing accounts payables, coordinating property payroll, inventory management and controls, maintaining and reconciling property ledgers and processing month-end close procedures

Monitoring internal controls and ensuring accuracy and effectiveness in all accounting tasks

Verify, allocate, post and reconcile accounts payable and receivable

Verify guest ledger and advance deposits ledger and related transactions

Review/reconcile inter-company transactions and generate invoices as necessary

Present financial and operating metrics results to other department leads

Analyze financial information and summarize financial status

Suggest ways to improve efficiency and spending

Provide technical support and advice on property management systems

Review and recommend modifications to accounting systems and procedures

Review and recommend modifications to other property systems and processes to improve financial results.

Manage accounting support personnel

Participate in financial standards setting and in forecast/budget process

Provide input into own and other department’s financial goal setting process

Assist with tax audits and tax returns

Assist with internal and external audits to ensure compliance

Plan, assign and review staff’s work

Support month-end and year-end close process

Support, recommend and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls

Ensure compliance with GAAP principles

Works closely with other functional leaders at the property to ensure financial targets and metrics are met

Works closely with Controller, Hospitality

Other duties as assigned

Skills and Qualifications

• A post-secondary education in accounting, finance, or business administration
• CPA designation (or equivalent) is an asset
• Prior hotel accounting experience preferred
• Knowledge of property management systems preferred (Opera, Lightspeed, PEP) and point of sale system Squirrel.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Familiarity with Payworks payroll system
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel and Word)
• Sound knowledge of accounting fundamentals, with proficiency in accounting software
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada without restriction

Perks

• Extended Health and Dental Benefits
• World-wide accommodation and dining discounts with Marriott and Hilton brands
• An excellent work environment, with a focus on staff recognition and teambuilding
• Room for growth and development.
• Annual Salary: $60,000 - $70,000
• Don't miss this exciting opportunity to join our Four Points and Hampton family!