Property Controller
Myrtle Beach, SC - USA
Job Summary
The Property Controller is responsible for leading all onproperty accounting functions for resort operations including hotel operations food & beverage (F&B) and retail accounting while safeguarding company assets and ensuring compliance with corporate accounting policies. This fulltime onsite Property Controller role in Orlando Florida reports directly to Corporate Accounting with a strong dottedline relationship to the Resort General Manager and F&B Manager.
As the senior financial authority on property the Property Controller oversees financial reporting internal controls budgeting forecasting variance analysis and audit readiness within a fastpaced hospitality and resort environment. This role partners closely with resort leadership to provide actionable financial insights that support operational decisionmaking cost control and overall profitability.
The ideal candidate brings extensive experience in resort hotel or hospitality accounting along with proven leadership capabilities and the ability to manage multidepartment financial operations. This position is wellsuited for an experienced accounting professional who thrives in an onsite resort setting and is committed to financial accuracy compliance and continuous improvement.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Oversee all propertylevel accounting operations for resort operations food & beverage (F&B) and retail functions (excluding S&M)
- Manage monthly quarterly and annual financial close processes with accuracy and timeliness
- Safeguard company assets through strong internal controls audit compliance and policy enforcement
- Prepare and analyze financial statements forecasts and variance reports for corporate and resort leadership
- Partner with Corporate Accounting to ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting standards
- Support resort operations by providing financial analysis that drives cost savings and profitability
- Monitor departmental budgets and identify costcontrol and efficiency opportunities
- Lead train and develop onsite property accounting staff
- Ensure compliance with local state and federal financial regulations
- Serve as the primary accounting contact for audits and corporate financial reviews
Job Requirements
Experience
- 710 years of progressive accounting experience preferably in resort hotel or hospitality environments
- Prior experience as a Property Controller Controller or Senior Accounting Manager strongly preferred
- Experience managing onsite accounting teams and crossfunctional stakeholders
Education & Certifications
- Bachelors Degree in Accounting required
- Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered
Work Environment Skills / Knowledge
- Strong knowledge of financial reporting budgeting forecasting and variance analysis
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting systems
- Experience working within a corporatedirected accounting structure
- Strong analytical organizational and problemsolving skills
- Ability to communicate financial information clearly to operational and executive leadership
- The majority of the work involved in this position will be conducted from an office or onsite resort environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Additional Information :
Why Westgate
- Comprehensive health benefits medical dental and vision
- Paid Time Off (PTO) vacation sick and personal
- Paid Holidays
- 401K with generous company match
- Get access to your pay as you need it with our Daily Pay benefit
- Family benefits including pregnancy and parental leave and adoption assistance
- Wellness Programs
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Tuition Assistance
- Military Leave
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Life Disability Accident Critical Illness & Hospital Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- Exclusive discounts for Team Member (i.e. hotels cruise resorts restaurants entertainment etc.)
- Advancement & development opportunities
- Community Involvement Programs
Westgate Resorts is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin protected veteran status disability status or any other protected status under federal state or local law. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process please email with the job title and the location of the position for which you are applying.
This job posting is intended to provide a general overview of the position and may not include every responsibility duty or qualification required. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
About Company
Westgate Resorts provides a diverse range of vacation experiences. From sandy beaches on the Atlantic Ocean to snow-covered Utah mountains, families can affordably experience the country's most desirable vacation destinations. A world leader in the timeshare and hospitality industry, ... View more