(Immediate Start) Financial Controller

Key Responsibilities

• Provide financial leadership and strategic direction to support business objectives and long-term growth.
• Oversee all financial functions, including accounting, payroll, accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), cash flow, and treasury management.
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements, P&L reports, and management dashboards in compliance with US GAAP.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling to guide operational and strategic decisions.
• Perform bank reconciliations and month-end closings to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data.
• Lead FP&A activities, including weekly actual vs. theoretical performance tracking and budgeting analysis.
• Oversee and audit all QuickBooks transaction postings, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and consistency across entities.
• Implement and improve QuickBooks chart of accounts structure and related processes to enhance financial visibility and efficiency.
• Develop and maintain internal controls, financial policies, and standard operating procedures to ensure compliance and operational efficiency.
• Supervise and optimize payroll processing across multiple hotel and restaurant locations, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws.
• Oversee vendor payments, expense management, and inventory costing to maintain profitability and operational accuracy.
• Lead and coordinate monthly, quarterly, and annual closings, audits, and tax filings in collaboration with external auditors and consultants.
• Partner with operations teams to monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and identify opportunities for cost control and revenue enhancement.
• Drive implementation of financial systems, automation tools, and ERP / PMS integrations (such as M3, Opera, or POS systems) to enhance reporting and analytics.
• Manage banking relationships, capital structure, and financing initiatives for expansion projects.
• Build and mentor a high-performing finance and accounting team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement