Hotel Controller

About the Job

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Hotel Accounting Controller to oversee all accounting and financial control functions for our full-service resort. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with GAAP/USALI, Marriott brand standards, management company policies, and ownership requirements. The Hotel Accounting Controller partners closely with resort leadership to support operational decision-making, protect assets, and drive financial performance across all revenue-generating and support departments.

What You Do:

• Support the Director of Finance in managing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes in compliance with Marriott reporting standards.
• Ensure accurate departmental P&Ls and consolidated financial statements across Rooms, Food & Beverage, Banquets, and Spa operations.
• Perform detailed variance analysis against budget, forecast, and prior year results, and communicate findings to leadership.
• Oversee all accounting functions, including accounts payable, purchasing and Red Rock compliance, accounts receivable, group billing, payroll, gratuities, service charges, cash controls, bank reconciliations, and credit card settlements.
• Manage general ledger activity, journal entries, account reconciliations, fixed assets, capital-in-progress, and depreciation.
• Ensure accurate revenue recognition for packages, resort fees, loyalty redemptions, and multi-department offerings.
• Assist with annual operating and capital budgets, rolling forecasts, and financial projections.
• Support FF&E and capital reserve tracking, reporting, and compliance with ownership and management agreements.
• Implement and maintain Marriott-required internal controls and audit standards.
• Ensure compliance with sales tax, occupancy tax, resort fees, gratuities, and regulatory requirements.
• Lead, train, and develop the resort accounting team in alignment with Marriott leadership competencies.
• Partner with department leaders to improve financial literacy, cost controls, and margin performance.
• Serve as a financial advisor to resort leadership, ownership, and Marriott corporate partners.
• Oversee financial systems and integrations, ensuring data accuracy and compliance with brand standards.
• Drive process improvements and automation initiatives to enhance efficiency and internal controls.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You Bring to the Table:

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive hospitality accounting experience in a full-service resort environment (Marriott or comparable brand required).
• Prior experience leading or managing accounting teams preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP/USALI and Marriott accounting policies and procedures.
• Proficiency in hospitality financial systems and reporting platforms.
• Advanced Excel and financial analysis skills.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• High attention to detail with a disciplined approach to internal controls and compliance.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, multi-department operation.
• High ethical standards and a strong ownership mindset.
• Flexibility to work extended hours during month-end close, audits, budget cycles, and peak operational periods.