Controller

Westborough Country Club St. Louis Missouri

Westborough Country Club is seeking an experienced detail-oriented and strategic Controller to join our leadership team. Reporting directly to the General Manager the Controller serves as the Clubs financial leader overseeing all accounting payroll financial reporting budgeting internal controls and risk management functions.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a finance professional who enjoys working in a private club environment and partnering with department leaders to drive financial performance operational efficiency and long-term success.

The Controller supervises all accounting and financial reporting functions while serving as a trusted advisor to the General Manager and Board leadership on budgeting forecasting financial analysis and strategic planning. The successful candidate will ensure the integrity of the Clubs financial operations maintain compliance with applicable regulations and provide timely and accurate financial information to support decision-making.

• Prepare monthly financial statements forecasts and management reports.
• Compile and coordinate the annual operating and capital budgets with department heads.
• Analyze operating results revenues expenses and trends to identify opportunities for improved profitability and efficiency.
• Prepare monthly financial presentations for the General Manager Treasurer and Board of Directors.
• Monitor capital expenditures and restricted funds.
• Maintain fixed asset schedules and oversee depreciation accounting.
• Reconcile all balance sheet accounts monthly.

• Oversee all accounting functions and supervise the Accounting Team.
• Ensure accurate and timely member billing and accounts receivable management.
• Prepare and post journal entries accruals transfers prepaid expenses insurance allocations inventory adjustments and other general ledger transactions.
• Review outsourced monthly bank reconciliations and ensure accuracy.
• Safeguard club assets through effective internal controls and financial procedures.
• Maintain accounting records and support annual audits.

• Process and oversee bi-weekly payroll.
• Manage timekeeping systems and payroll-related issues.
• Administer employee benefits programs and maintain 401(k) plan records.
• Prepare preliminary annual payroll budget files.
• Maintain employee personnel records and payroll compliance.

• File all required tax returns including sales and use tax dues tax tobacco tax and other regulatory filings.
• Maintain compliance with all club licenses and regulatory requirements.
• Review and maintain contracts leases and insurance documentation.
• Coordinate with external auditors and facilitate the annual audit process.

• Partner with department managers to provide financial analysis and operational support.
• Maintain the Club Benchmarking database and operational statistics.
• Evaluate and strengthen internal controls and financial processes.
• Manage membership records including former member certificate obligations.

• Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or related field required.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting and financial management experience.
• Private club hospitality country club resort or nonprofit experience strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting budgeting payroll taxation and internal controls.
• Experience with Jonas Club Software or similar club management/accounting systems preferred.
• Ability to communicate financial information clearly to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Collaborative leadership environment.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact at one of St. Louis premier private clubs.

Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter for consideration.