CONTROLLER

Description

We are currently looking for a Controller to join the team at Quail West Golf & Country Club.

Quail West Golf & Country Club is nationally known for its exclusive private club, its two unique championship golf courses and world-class amenities, along with the Club’s heritage, its vibrant club lifestyle, welcoming and inclusive culture, and the magnificent clubhouse. Here at Quail West our mission is to be the preferred community and workplace in Southwest Florida. We work hard to pursue that passion every single day! The culture is welcoming and inclusive; it is richly diverse and one that fosters continuous growth for everyone. 

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The Controller position is responsible for overseeing accounting function of the Club's operations including financial reporting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll process, accounting policies and procedures, internal controls, annual audit process, and managing the estoppel process.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Reconciles all bank, asset, and liability accounts on a monthly basis.

• Maintains the fixed asset sub-ledger, posts related entries, and reconciles to the ledger on a monthly basis.

• Responsible for the bi-weekly payroll process. Reviews and approves payroll and reconciles all benefit cost deductions. Uploads and posts all payroll related expenses into the general ledger.

• Directs monthly inventory test counts with the Golf Shop, Salon & Spa, Court Sports, and Food & Beverage. Works with department head to investigate any variances outside of budgeted expectations.

• Manages the Accounts Payable function and assists the Accounts Payable Clerk as needed.

• Manages the Accounts Receivable function and assists the Accounts Receivable as needed.

• Leads the monthly and annual financial closing process and adheres to specific deadlines.

• Responsible for the timely preparation of the monthly financial reports and related supplementary schedules.

• Prepares and files monthly sales tax returns.

• Assists CFO and department heads with developing annual operating budgets.

• Proactively solves problems and develops and proposes solutions to problems as they occur.

• Assists the CFO with identifying and documenting internal controls to safeguard funds, all matters related to annual audits and in preparation of other accounting reports as directed by the CFO.

• Performs other appropriate tasks as assigned by the CFO.

• Furthers his/her continued development by participating in appropriate seminars and conferences as approved by the CFO.

Requirements

• Requires Bachelor’s Degree in accounting
• Minimum of 5-7 years’ experience as an Accountant with a thorough understanding of nonprofit accounting, bookkeeping and financial management.
• Knowledge of legal issues as it relates to Wage/Hour law and employee benefit plans.
• Possesses knowledge of club’s organizational structure, workflow, the club’s processes and operating procedures.
• Must thrive in a fast-paced service driven work environment

Other Skills:

• Possess strong organizational, written and time management skills.
• Exhibit professionalism and leadership qualities through own self-actions.
• Comply with all rules and regulations as stated whether verbal or written.
• Maintain flexible availability, will work weekends, and holidays. May be required to return to job site at odd hours under emergency situations.
• Must be compliant with and actively support a drug free workplace.

Why choose Quail West? 

• Free unique & delicious employee meals each day
• Cellphone Stipend
• Bonus-eligible position Holiday bonus!
• Company-paid life insurance, short-term & long-term disability
• Continuing education
• Practice and play privileges
• Discounts & special employee sales on retail items in the Golf shop & Salon/Spa
• Employee Assistance program available on Day 1
• Critical Needs & Scholarship programs
• $500 employee referral bonus
• Health & Wellness fairs & initiatives
• Birthday & Anniversary recognition programs & special events & celebrations throughout the year
• And many more!