Controller

About our company:

Springboard Hospitality is a premier thirdparty hotel management company with a 30 year history transforming lifestyle hotels from the islands of Hawaii to the tip of Florida.

Springboard team members are a diverse mix of independent innovators savvy storytellers adventureseekers tech entrepreneurs freethinkers and community leaders making waves across one of the most diverse portfolios in the industry.

At every level the Springboard team is dedicated to going Above & Beyond to deliver hotels that transform people properties & communities. From memorable moments at the front desk to thoughtful room touches to inspired onsite programming the Springboard team is committed to empowering the travelers journeyinviting them to experience the frequency of each hotels locale pushing authentic human connection exploration and discovery while also driving revenue.

Springboard values intentional culture and wholeheartedly believes in nurturing training and empowering the careers of the hospitality leaders of today and tomorrow encouraging them to travel and explore through Springboards awardwinning portfolio. From work life balance to career development Springboard values and invests in the greater team reflected in zero corporate turnover during the pandemic well positioned for continued growth through the future.

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Establishes coordinates and administers all financial systems internal controls and the hotels capital plan. Prepares and reviews budgets forecasts operating results financial reports and tax returns in compliance with government regulations and ownership requirements. The Controller is the financial manager of the hotel. The position is responsible for short and long term planning and the daily operations of the Controllers department. Develops and recommends the departments budget and objectives and manages within those approved plans. Participates in total hotel management as a member of the hotels Executive Committee and is responsible for providing the timely dissemination of reports to management to assist in achieving bottom line results. Consults and clears with the Vice President and Corporate Controller any accounting transactions or control procedures which are not specifically addressed in the OLS Accounting Policies and Procedures Manual or which requires interpretation.

SCOPE OF WORK TEAM

• Reports to Hotel Manager
• Supports the Hotels financial department

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs accounting duties that may require broad conceptual judgement initiative and ability to successfully deal with complex accounting issues.
• Maintains a thorough understanding of the Companys financial reporting and General Ledger (GL) structure.
• Establish monitor and reenforce accounting policies and procedures and internal controls.
• Prepares and monitors daily management reports outlining propertys financial position in areas of income expense and earnings prepares closing processes and required and/or as needed financial reports to include monthly and annual yearend financial statements.
• Prepares and manages the annual budget process by establishing schedules analyzing variances consolidating financial data and recommending sound plans and objectives.
• Effectively manages others to Springboard standards as in the handbook
• Submit capital draw request to ownership in a timely manner on a monthly basis
• Work with operational leaders to advise on sound practices and recommendations to improve business functionality and efficiency
• Utilize USALI 11 standards of accounting proficiently and default to its procedures when in question working with ownership to find solution
• Perform cash management responsibilities to include weekly and annual performance cash flows/budgets.
• Makes sound financial recommendations to owner and senior management.
• Reconciles bank statements.
• Timely processes and pays all required tax(es) and/or other government/vendor payments prepares all necessary government reports i.e. monthly sales and occupancy tax.
• Complies with local state and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings promptly responds to inquiries from government agencies as required.
• Understand existing financialrelated legislations and property anticipates future legislations.
• Oversees the operations of the Accounting Department inclusive of staff duties and responsibilities (i.e. property processing biweekly payroll) to achieve the departments goals and objectives.
• Maintains the effective operations of the Accounting Department by recruiting selecting and training appropriate staffing to also include coaching counseling monitoring and appraising staff.
• Cooperative interaction with company CPS as needed and/or required.
• Monitors and confirms financial condition by conducting audits providing required information to external auditors as directed.
• Perform other reasonable tasks as assigned or requested.

EXPERIENCE:

• Prior Experience:
  • 4 years of businessrelated experience as Senior Staff Accountant; hospitality industry highly preferred.
  • Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience in accountingrelated field or department.
• IT Expertise:
  • Advanced knowledge of computer software (including Microsoft Office outlook) and web analytics tools is preferred.

• Education:
  • Education: B.S. or B.A. in Accounting or related Business field from an accredited university; CPA or MBA preferred
• Subject Expertise:
  • Must have thorough knowledge of general accounting and financial reporting requirements including application of general accounting theory.
  • Must have thorough knowledge of federal state and local payroll regulations and policies.
  • Must have proficient working knowledge of Microsoft Office with indepth knowledge of Excel Micros OPERA software and ADP / Paycom highly preferred.
  • Must have proficient working knowledge of Great Plains accounting software.
  • Tenkey touch required.
  • Must possess exceptional communication skills in the English language inclusive of reading writing and speaking to effectively communicate to management coworkers and subordinates.
  • Must possess excellent analytical skills able to successfully think critically and objectively has excellent problem solving skills and the ability to make quick decisions based on business demands.
  • Must be able to sustain composure remain calm and possess a positive attitude.
  • Must be able to focus and act with great detail speed and accuracy.
  • Must be a team player with the ability to work under minimal supervision.
  • Must be able to multitask in a fastpaced work environment.
  • Must be able to exercise confidentiality and discretion.
  • Demonstrate a working knowledge of all property safety and security procedures as required maintaining a secure and safe environment for employees as well as guests.
  • Report any unusual occurrences and/or request to Supervisor.
  • Read and abide by all the regulations and rules of conduct stated in the Associate Handbook.
  • Must be service oriented with excellent customer service and sales skills
  • Must be able to effectively communicate to guests management and coworkers and read write and understand the English language
  • Must be energetic and outgoing
  • Must possess excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
  • Must be able to follow directions with attention to detail speed and accuracy
  • Must be a team player with the ability to work under minimal supervision
  • Must be able to multitask in a fastpaced work environment
  • Must be able to understand and work with basic financial information and solve basic arithmetic problems
  • Must be able to type 45 wpm and have the ability to input data and access information on the computer
  • Must have proficient working knowledge of Microsoft Office Opera; preferred.
  • Must be able to exercise confidentiality and discretion.

OTHER EXPECTATIONS:

• Abide by payroll policies procedures and rules of conduct as stated in the Springboard Hospitality Associate Handbook.
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of all company safety and security procedures.
• Travel required: As needed for hotel familiarization content creation shoots and to meet with colleagues.
• Hours Required: Must primarily work during Springboard Hospitality business hours Monday Friday 8am 5pm (PST) while understanding that the hotel business functions 24/7 and some weekend or holiday work may occasionally be required.

Benefits:

Springboard Hospitality offers an empowered working environment that encourages collaboration and flexibility. We offer a superior benefits package to employees who work 20 hours/week or more that includes:

Full Time Benefits

• Competitive Base Salary
• PTO
• Medical Dental Vision Life Pet Insurance
• 401K
• Costco Membership
• Bereavement Leave
• Management Contract Referral Program
• Education Assistance

Additional Per Position

• Employee Rates at all of Springboard Hospitalitys 35 Hotels
• Monthly Cell Phone Stipend
• Dry Cleaning Services
• Hotel Level Executive Bonus Program
• Retention Bonuses
• Lead Share Program
• Associate of the Month/Quarter & Companywide Associate of the Year Programs
• Associate Referral Bonus Program

Springboard Hospitality Core Values:

• CONNECTED. We are plugged into people technology and the cutting edge of culture.
• INDEPENDENT. We are freethinkers who embrace diversity and advocate for innovation.
• COLLABORATIVE. We are collaborative and believe that the best solutions are found by working handinhand.
• PERSONALIZED. We are devoted to authentic human connection personalizing our approach to the guests and owners that we serve.
• DYNAMIC. We are analytic thought leaders who harness the power of data to maximize return on investment.

OLS Hotels & Resorts LLC dba Springboard Hospitality (Springboard) is an equal opportunity employer. Springboard provides equal employment opportunity for all associates and prohibits discrimination based on race color sex (including pregnancy childbirth breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy childbirth or breastfeeding) gender religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices) marital status domestic partner status age national origin or ancestry physical or mental disability medical condition genetic information and characteristics sexual orientation gender identity or expression military or veteran status or any other basis protected under federal state or local laws. Springboard also provides reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities or medical conditions in accordance with applicable laws.