Financial Controller

Related Titles: Accountant;
Comptroller;
Director of Finance;
Chief Financial Officer;
Director of Financial Services

Reports to: Chief Operating Officer/COO

Founded in 1949, Yellowstone Country Club is a Distinguished Club recognized for its exceptional facilities and member-centric culture, generating in excess of $9 million in annual revenue. Following a comprehensive clubhouse and pool rebuild in 2019, the Club also features a newly renovated Robert Trent Jones golf course, along with premier tennis and pickleball courts. Serving approximately 700 members and their families and guests, Yellowstone Country Club delivers an elevated private club experience defined by outstanding amenities, personalized service, and an unwavering commitment to excellence.

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university; with a concentration in business or administration and an accounting major or minor, including coursework in financial analysis and auditing.
• Five to seven years of professional accounting experience, with at least two years at the Controller level or equivalent, preferably in a club or hospitality environment.
• Experience overseeing information technology operations preferred.

• Consistently monitors cash flow and financial performance.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts related to bookkeeping, payroll, budgeting, statistical analysis, and probability statements.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations.
• Ability to analyze investment performance and returns.
• Knowledge and understanding of retirement and benefit plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state employment laws and best practices.
• Knowledge of and ability to perform required roles during emergency situations.

The Controller directs the financial operations of the Club and oversees all accounting functions while serving as a key strategic partner to the COO. This role provides leadership in budget management, cost-benefit analysis, financial forecasting, and internal controls. The Controller develops and administers policies related to accounting, auditing, budgets, taxes, and financial systems; prepares financial statements and analyses; evaluates operating results;

and identifies opportunities for improved financial performance. The position also serves as a liaison to the finance committee and is responsible for the staffing, training, and professional development of the accounting department.

• Formulates, receives, and recommends policy proposals related to accounting, auditing, budgeting, payroll, tax matters, statistics, and office procedures.
• Prepares or directs preparation of monthly trial balances and financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and supporting schedules.
• Manages internal auditing programs to ensure accuracy of records and compliance with established policies and procedures.
• Prepares operating budgets and financial forecasts in coordination with the COO, department heads, and committees; analyzes budget variances and recommends corrective actions.
• Works closely with external auditors to ensure compliance with Club policies and accepted accounting standards.
• Prepares and verifies financial reports for regulatory agencies and professional organizations.
• Directs and verifies inventories of food, beverage, supplies, equipment, furnishings, and other Club assets.
• Ensure insurance records for Club property and assets are properly maintained.
• Reconciles monthly ledgers, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, bank accounts, asset accounts, and wage accounts.
• Advise department heads on the financial aspects of their operations and responsibilities.
• Prepares or supervises preparation of federal, state, and local tax returns.
• Prepare accounting reports for the Board of Directors, Executive Committee, and other Club committees.
• Ensures effective receiving and storeroom control procedures are in place and consistently followed.
• Provides monthly cash…