Controller

At StepStone Hospitality we are committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences while fostering a culture of accountability collaboration and growth. We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Controller to oversee the financial operations of the Four Points by Sheraton Suites Tampa Airport Westshore.

The Controller serves as a key member of the hotel leadership team and is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of all financial reporting maintaining internal controls supporting operational leaders and driving financial performance. The ideal candidate combines strong accounting expertise with hospitality industry knowledge and leadership skills.

Essential Responsibilities

• Manage all accounting and financial functions for the hotel.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and management reports.
• Oversee month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Monitor cash flow banking activities and account reconciliations.
• Maintain general ledger integrity and financial controls.
• Lead budgeting forecasting and financial planning activities.
• Analyze financial results and provide recommendations to improve profitability.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP company policies and applicable regulations.
• Coordinate audits tax filings and corporate reporting requirements.
• Oversee accounts payable accounts receivable payroll and revenue audit functions.
• Monitor labor costs departmental expenses and capital expenditures.
• Partner with department leaders to achieve financial objectives.
• Train mentor and develop accounting team members.
• Protect company assets through effective internal controls and risk management practices.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Minimum 2 years of hotel accounting or hospitality finance leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting budgeting forecasting and internal controls.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting software systems.
• Excellent analytical organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

Preferred

• CPA CMA or similar professional certification.
• Marriott brand experience.
• Multi-property accounting experience.
• Experience with hotel PMS POS and accounting systems.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Annual bonus opportunity
• Medical dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company participation
• Paid time off
• Marriott travel discounts
• Career growth opportunities within StepStone Hospitality
• Employee recognition and development programs

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit stand and work at a computer for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to travel occasionally for training or company meetings if required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

StepStone Hospitality is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or any other protected status.