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BoardRoom magazine · 5 days ago

Controller Alto Lakes Golf and Country Club

Alto, NM

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$125K/yr - $125K/yr

BoardRoom magazine is seeking a Controller for Alto Lakes Golf & Country Club, a premier private residential community in southern New Mexico. The Controller will provide leadership and management to ensure financial strength and operational efficiency, working closely with the General Manager and managing accounting staff.

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Responsibilities

Responsible for the preparation of all accounting reconciliations and the timely preparation and review of balance sheet, general ledger, trial balance and preliminary financial statements

Prepares monthly financial packets by the 10th of every month

Monitor multiple operating, reserve and capital bank accounts

Review and approve the reconciliation of all banking activities

Monitor, update and transfer appropriate funds to maintain integrity of accounts

Review daily bank balances and advise on cash flow issues and review all cash disbursements

Review accounts receivable and assists as needed past due account collection procedures

Review interim and year-end audit preparation

Advise the GM if a material weakness could arise during the annual audit

Prepare audit reports as required for outside auditors. Review audit for accuracy and make recommendations to the auditors before the final report is issued

Ensure compliance with internal control policies; recommend improvements to existing processes and procedures

Review the preparation of applicable federal, state and local tax returns from the outside accounting firm and appropriate for dissemination to the GM

Ensure that all financial reports are submitted accurately and in a timely manner

Assist with the annual budget and development process, specifically working with the department heads to prepare preliminary operating and capital budgets and reports

Prepare working papers of operating, reserve and capital budgets, working with the GM and department heads to revise and adhere to budgetary guidelines

Prepare G&A departmental budgets and payroll related items, and establish the Budget Assumptions

Provide continuing support and education to the department heads on budget development and variance reporting

Participate in the selection of the Club's insurance policies and monitor property and casualty insurance policies to ensure that assets of the Club are protected

Communicate and coordinate financial activities with the GM

Maintain a relationship with the Club's financial institutions to manage all Club accounts

Ensure that the GM has all information required to efficiently run the operation and is always informed to address the members professionally and with the correct information

Conduct meetings with accounting staff and prepare reports for GM

Lead accounting staff to ensure timely and relevant communication and teamwork on projects

Communicate with co-workers, management and external constituencies (members, vendors) in a courteous and professional manner

Abide by all Club polices and regulations; ensure appropriate implementation of GAAP, federal, and state regulations

Exhibit and maintain a respectful and professional demeanor to reflect a positive image of the Club

Perform other duties as assigned by the GM

Oversee the hiring, training, coaching of department employees within approved guidelines, and Club policies and in compliance with all governmental agencies

Make decisions according to established policies, procedures and regulations and applies these to work problems

Ensure contracts and checks are signed and distributed properly

User training for accounting and Jonas system including ongoing support

Manage data processing and capital budgets. Approves all related invoices

Determine optimum software configurations for accounting workstations

Qualification

Financial ReportingBudget DevelopmentLeadershipAccounting SystemsCommunication SkillsHospitality BackgroundTeam DevelopmentPositive Attitude

Required

A hospitality background of positive relationships and engagement

A professional career 'track record' with verifiable career progress

Proven leadership qualities with the demonstrated ability to direct, coordinate and manage all facets of a full-service country club

Strong communication skills, both in writing and speaking, with the distinct ability to function effectively before a wide variety of groups and forums

A record of success in the selection, development, training, motivation of an accomplished, service-oriented staff

A positive, upbeat attitude combined with sense of humor and the ability to work effectively at all levels of organization

The ability to teach, motivate and coach team members developing a positive working environment

Position may require some weekend and holiday work

Will embrace the small-town lifestyle and feel of Alto, New Mexico