Assistant Controller- Dual Property

If you are looking for a team that brings out the best in each other, a team that has fun and are proud of their work - we want to hear from you. The Four Points by Sheraton - Kelowna Airport and Hampton Inn & Suites Kelowna is currently looking for an Assistant Controller- Dual Property.

Argus Hospitality is looking for a results-driven and confident Assistant Controller- Dual Property to manage and improve our financial performance. The Assistant Controller- Dual Property will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the accounting department, and implementation and oversight of activities relating to the financial aspects of the hotels in compliance with local tax laws and the company SOPs.

Your knowledge of hospitality and accounting practices as an Assistant Controller- Dual Property will aid our organization in maintaining positive revenue and financial growth, formulating sound financial strategies, implementing proper internal controls, achieving organizational targets, and developing financial plans that support organizational strategy.

The ideal candidate should possess strong analytical skills, exceptional problem-solving skills, a flair for numbers, be highly organized, and have excellent interrelationship skills. The Assistant Controller- Dual Property should streamline our accounting functions and operations, provide financial analysis and reports, train staff on business finance issues, promote regulatory compliance, and drive income generation.

What will you be doing?
You will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standard:

• Managing accounting records, evaluating and managing risk, ensuring compliance with regulations, preparing financial statements, overseeing accounting operations, analyzing financial data, monitoring expenditure, forecasting revenue, coordinating auditing processes, and ensuring accuracy of financial information
• Preparing and analyzing financial reports, reconciling daily revenues & settlements, processing accounts payables, coordinating property payroll, inventory management and controls, maintaining and reconciling property ledgers and processing month-end close procedures
• Monitoring internal controls and ensuring accuracy and effectiveness in all accounting tasks
• Verify, allocate, post and reconcile accounts payable and receivable
• Verify guest ledger and advance deposits ledger and related transactions
• Review/reconcile inter-company transactions and generate invoices as necessary
• Present financial and operating metrics results to other department leads
• Analyze financial information and summarize financial status
• Suggest ways to improve efficiency and spending
• Provide technical support and advice on property management systems
• Review and recommend modifications to accounting systems and procedures
• Review and recommend modifications to other property systems and processes to improve financial results.
• Manage accounting support personnel
• Participate in financial standards setting and in forecast/budget process
• Provide input into own and other department’s financial goal setting process
• Assist with tax audits and tax returns
• Assist with internal and external audits to ensure compliance
• Plan, assign and review staff’s work
• Support month-end and year-end close process
• Support, recommend and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls
• Ensure compliance with GAAP principles
• Works closely with other functional leaders at the property to ensure financial targets and metrics are met
• Works closely with Controller, Hospitality
• Other duties as assigned

• A post-secondary education in accounting, finance, or business administration
• CPA designation (or equivalent) is an asset
• Prior hotel accounting experience preferred
• Knowledge of property management systems preferred (Opera, Lightspeed, PEP) and point of sale system Squirrel.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Familiarity with Payworks payroll system
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel and Word)
• Sound knowledge of accounting fundamentals, with proficiency in accounting software
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada without restriction

Perks:

• Extended Health and Dental Benefits
• World-wide accommodation and dining discounts with Marriott and Hilton brands
• An excellent work environment, with a focus on staff recognition and teambuilding
• Room for growth and development.

Don't miss this exciting opportunity to join our Four Points and Hampton family!