CONTROLLER

Description

CONTROLLER – OUTBOUND STOWE

As Controller at Outbound Stowe, you are the financial manager of the hotel. You are responsible for short- and long-term planning and the daily operations of the Accounting department.  You will develop and recommend the department's budget and objectives alongside the General Manager, and manage within those approved plans.  You will participate in total hotel management as a member of the hotel's Executive Committee and are responsible for providing the timely dissemination of reports to management and ownership to assist in achieving bottom line results.  You consult and clear with the Vice President and Corporate Controller any accounting transactions or control procedures which are not specifically addressed in the Springboard Hospitality's Accounting Policies and Procedures Manual, or which requires interpretation.

Additionally, you will establish, coordinate and administer all financial systems, internal controls and the hotel's capital plan.  You will prepare and review budgets, forecasts, operating results, financial reports and tax returns in compliance with government regulations and ownership requirements.

You are excited to work at a hotel where you enable guests to connect to the outdoors, local culture, and community, and where the team is inspired to bring their best every day to ensure a great experience is had by all. 

ABOUT OUR COMPANY

Outbound Hotels:

Outbound Stowe is part of the Outbound Hotels collection, offering authentic, one-of-a-kind.

lodging that harmonizes with outdoor adventure. Guests can enjoy knowledgeable and friendly service; fun and engaging experiences; and an environment that is thoughtfully designed, embraces its place, and celebrates its community.

Other Outbound Hotels include the Virginian Lodge in Jackson Hole, WY, Outbound Mammoth and future properties including Outbound Yosemite in Oakhurst, CA near Yosemite National Park.

https://www.outboundhotels.com/

Springboard Hospitality:

Springboard Hospitality is a premier third-party hotel management company with a 30 year history transforming lifestyle hotels throughout the United States.  Springboard team members are a diverse mix of independent innovators, savvy storytellers, adventure-seekers, tech entrepreneurs, free-thinkers and community leaders making waves across one of the most diverse portfolios in the industry.

At every level, the Springboard team is dedicated to going Above & Beyond to deliver hotels that transform people, properties & communities. From memorable moments at the front desk, to thoughtful room touches, to inspired onsite programming, the Springboard team is committed to empowering the traveler’s journey—inviting them to experience the frequency of each hotel’s locale, pushing authentic human connection, exploration, and discovery, while also driving revenue.

https://www.springboardhospitality.com/

ABOUT THE ROLE

As the Controller, you will embody the Outbound brand as an authentic, approachable, adventure-curious, sociable, and savvy leader. 

SCOPE OF WORK ONGOING EVERYDAY TASKS

• Establish, coordinate and administer an adequate plan for the control of operations. This plan will provide profit planning, sales forecasts, expense budgets, capital requirement/needs, cost standards and the necessary procedures for an effective plan
• Formulate local accounting policy, coordinate systems and procedures and prepare operating data and special reports as required to compare performance with operating plans and standards and to report and interpret the results of operations to all levels of management and ownership (where applicable) to ensure timely information is provided in order to maximize profits
• Act as a financial consultant; provide information on the financial impact of business decisions for all segments of management responsible for policy or action concerning any phase of the business that relates to attainment of objectives, effectiveness of policies and organization structure and procedures
• Establish and administer all tax filing and government reporting procedures to ensure accurate, timely information is provided in compliance with laws and regulations
• Monitor compliance with hotel and accounting policies and procedures, legal requirements and contractual obligations (including obligations under a management agreement) utilizing internal controls, auditing and security procedures to ensure deviations are brought to the attention of the General Manager and appropriate regional management and to protect the hotel's assets
• Manage the installation and maintenance of the accounting computer systems and equipment to ensure optimum performance
• You will have a fiduciary responsibility to Springboard Hospitality and management
• Perform special projects and other responsibilities as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Advanced knowledge of the accounting, finance and hospitality profession; requires working knowledge of the major areas and the skill to integrate and communicate that information; requires professional certification (e.g. CPA) or the equivalent level of experience
• Ability to study, analyze and interpret complex activities or information in order to improve known practices or develop new approaches; ability to make decisions based on only general policies and procedures
• Must possess effective communication skills, verbal and written, being able to articulate and present yourself in a professional demeanor as you deal with colleagues, guests and management
• Prior accounting experience as a controller and/or director of finance within the hospitality industry required

BENEFITS

Springboard Hospitality offers an empowered working environment that encourages collaboration and flexibility. We offer a superior benefits package to full time employees that includes:

• Competitive Base Salary
• PTO
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Pet Insurance
• 401K
• Bereavement Leave
• Employee Rates at all of Springboard Hospitality’s 35 Hotels
• Hotel Level Executive Bonus Program

SPRINGBOARD HOSPITALITY CORE VALUES:

• CONNECTED. We are plugged into people, technology, and the cutting edge of culture.
• INDEPENDENT. We are free thinkers who embrace diversity and advocate for innovation.
• COLLABORATIVE. We are collaborative and believe that the best solutions are found by working together.
• PERSONALIZED. We are devoted to authentic human connection, personalizing our approach to the guests and owners that we serve.
• DYNAMIC. We are analytic thought leaders who harness the power of data to maximize return on investment.

OLS Hotels & Resorts LLC dba Springboard Hospitality (Springboard) is an equal opportunity employer. Springboard provides equal employment opportunity for all associates and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), gender, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), marital status, domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information and characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected under federal, state, or local laws. Springboard also provides reasonable accommodation for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities or medical conditions in accordance with applicable laws.