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Brookfield Country Club
Controller Position
Position Description
This position reports to the General Manager/COO. The Controller prepares financial analyses of operations, including final financial statements with supporting schedules, for the guidance of management. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the Clubs financial plans, its accounting practices, the conduct of its relationships with vendors and external accountant, lending institutions and the financial community, the maintenance of its fiscal records, and the preparation of financial reports. The position involves supervision over general accounting and budgetary controls. The position is a senior management position and works closely with all department heads to ensure the successful and efficient operation of the club with a focus on member satisfaction. The position requires interaction periodically with the Clubs Board of Directors and/or Finance Committee requiring a strong personal and professional presence. Effective communication skills are critical, along with the ability to fully understand the financial position of the club. The Controller is also responsible for the human resource functions including on-boarding, employee files, payroll, health insurance and other HR functions. Supports the department heads with timely, accurate and useful financial information. The perfect candidate must be a true team player who is attentive, detail oriented, approachable, friendly & professional.
Responsibilities
Utilize policies in place to control and coordinate financing, accounting, budgets, taxes and related activities and records; develop, administer procedures and systems pertaining to financial matters.
Prepare or oversee preparation of all financial statements, forecast and analyses for all administrative and managerial functions. Ensure quality control over financial transaction and financial reporting.
Works with independent accountants to assist in the completion of the year-end reviewed financial statements.
Coordinate and direct the preparation of the budget and financial forecasts and report variances.
Ensure the accuracy of the accounting and control information held in and reported from the organizations accounting system.
Maintains all accounting records and is responsible for the development, analysis and interpretation of statistical and accounting information.
Evaluate operating results in terms of costs, revenues, budgets, policies of operation, trends and increased profit possibilities.
Coordinate and control HR transitions including employee files, payroll and insurance.
Supervise the staffing, scheduling, training and professional development of the accounting department and ensure the accounting department adheres to the roles and responsibilities associated with their positions.
Complies with the Club policies and procedures as established in the employee handbook.
Manage all accounting operations including: Billing, A/R, A/P, GL, Cost Accounting, Inventory Accounting and Revenue Recognition.
Supports the General Manager/COO and the Board of Directors in developing and delivering the organizations financial and business strategy.
Research technical accounting issues for compliance.
Support and oversees the month-end and year-end closing process.
Manage and comply with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings.
Monitor cash balances and cash forecasts.
Banking functions including bank reconciliations on a monthly basis.
Receive annual quotes for health, life, and dental insurances from companies and prepare budget analyses.
oversees all human resources responsibilities, including employee benefit plans, with emphasis on maximizing a cost-effective benefits package.
Review yearly general insurance quote and policies with the General Manager/COO.
Work on any appropriate projects as assigned by the General Manager/COO or the Board of Directors.
Work with banks to obtain any financing needed for Club capital and operating needs.
Liaison to club outside IT partner.
Maintain IT integrity of the accounting and POS systems (JONAS), including staff training programs and updated
Works to ensure cyber security is always maintained.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Bachelors Degree. Certified Public Accountant a plus.
Minimum 5 years of experience in hospitality or related field.
Excellent leadership, analytical and communication skills with all club leadership and department heads.
Ability to work as a team player across departments and will be willing to help in other areas of the club.
Expert knowledge in club or related field financial issues of funding, cash flow, project analysis, and experience with tax codes, insurance and human resources.
Proficient in Jonas software, Microsoft Excel, and Word
Competencies
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
Versatility, flexibility and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities.
Ability to interact professionally and maintain effective and positive working relationships with superiors, coworkers, and members.
Requires a good sense of customer service.
Initial Priorities of the Club Accountant
Learning and understanding the Clubs statement of accounts and the financial package.
Accurately and timely monthly reporting.
Keeping the Board and the GM accountable to ensure the budgeted operating results are delivered. The Board will have their opinions on modifying the operations, by the Accountant will have to keep the focus on the clubs economics.
Learning Club members and staff members names.
Position Schedule Requirements
Monday Friday. Saturdays on demand & Holidays.
40-50 Hour work week with some evenings for Committee meetings.
Compensation commensurate with experience
401k
Vacation
Health Insurance
Monthly Close Schedule
All invoices, petty cash reimbursements, expense reports due to accounting by close of business on the final day of the month.
On the first of the month, all payroll approved by each department with appropriate accrual to be posted via journal entry to the general ledger. Merchandise, tennis, food, beverage, chemical/fertilizer inventories to be turned in by close of business on the first. Member monthly statements to be processed and printed.
On the second of the month, all monthly reporting for record keeping to be printed/archived and tied to balance sheet accounts, including but not limited to, gift certificate balances, credit books, rain checks, prepaid schedules, deferred revenue accounts, inventory accounts, accrued wages.
By the third of the month, preliminary operating statements with profit/loss statements and preliminary GL for accountant/general manager/board review. Any proposed changes, questions, accruals, reclasses, reversing entries to be posted.
By the 6th of the month, closure of the month with final monthly posting.
Monthly forecasting due one month in advance - department head forecasting for the following month due to accounting by the 10th of each month for compilation and analysis by the Controller & General Manager/COO.
Annual budgeting to begin in early October for the following year. Departmental proposed budgets to be submitted by end of October for compilation and overall analysis. By end of October, first draft to be submitted for review to the Finance Committee. Changes/adjustments to be made in line with the GM/Finance Committee recommendations and overall vision to be made and discussed with each department through November. Final approval for following year budget to be done prior to year-end closing to account for current membership trends, pre-booked banquet/tournament functions, upcoming projects, general trends and all departments on board and held accountable for their numbers.
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