Controller, Accounting, Accounting Manager

The Double Tree by Hilton Miami Airport Convention Center is seeking an experienced Controller to join our team. This position is 100% on-site, no remote work.

The Double Tree by Hilton Hotel Miami Airport Convention Center is conveniently situated just south of Miami International Airport off the Dolphin Expressway adjacent to the Blue Lagoon Business District. The hotel features 334 guestrooms, onsite dining, fitness room, outdoor pool, business center, complimentary High-Speed Internet Access, 24,000 square feet of retail space, 20,000 Square feet of Hotel Meeting and Function Space and a Convention Center with 152,000 square feet of meeting, event and exhibit space.

This position will be an exempt position ranging from $125,000 to $135,000 and will report to the General Manager, as well as the Corporate Vice President of Hotel Finance.

The Controller is responsible for all financial systems, internal controls, financial reporting in an attentive, friendly, efficient and courteous manner, providing the property with quality service while maximizing revenue and productivity, and developing managers and employees. Success awaits a "hands‑on" professional who will be responsible for all accounting aspects of these properties, including accounts payable, payroll, general ledger and financial reporting.

• A four year degree in accounting, as well as 5-6 years minimum related experience.
• Experience with cruise line billing a plus.
• Accounting experience in full service hotels.
• Convention Center and lease experience a plus.
• Proficiency in computer accounting systems and spreadsheets. Experience using M3 and ADP a plus.
• Minimum of 3 years of management experience required.
• Hilton Experience is a plus. PEP preferred.
• Must be proficient in Windows, Company approved spreadsheets and word processing.
• Must be able to evaluate and select among alternative courses of action quickly and accurately.
• Must routinely meet deadlines.
• Must be effective in handling problems in the workplace, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessary.
• Must have the ability to assimilate complex information, data, etc., from disparate sources and consider, adjust or modify to meet the constraints of the business needs.
• Must be able to work with and understand financial information and data, and basic arithmetic functions.
• Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.

Essential:
Approach all encounters with guests and team members in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service‑oriented manner. Maintain regular attendance in compliance with AFP Management standards, as required by scheduling which will vary according to the needs of the hotel.

• Oversee the operations of the Hotel accounting department, including strong managerial skills with the ability to train and develop the accounting staff at the Hotel.
• Prepare accurate and timely monthly financial statements, accruals, journal entries, balance sheet account reconciliations and variance analysis.
• Review of night audit package, including but not limited to, the Daily Revenue Report and posting to the general ledger.
• Verify the Cash, Accounts Receivable and Tax Reconciliations are prepared daily.
• Prepare and review budgets, forecasts, operating results and sales and related tax compliance.
• Ensures the proper and timely billing of all receivables, including individual, group, and cruise lines.
• Follows through and documents all written and verbal collection efforts for all accounts receivable.
• Respond to all inquiries regarding accounts receivable. Researches chargebacks and disputed charges.
• On a monthly basis, prepare required reports and documentation of all aged accounts receivable detail including a determination of the allowance for doubtful account and/or accounts receivable write‑offs.
• Responsible for administering all accounts payables in a timely manner.
• Review and approval of weekly payroll, verifying compliance with laws and regulations.
• Maintain compliance with all local, state and federal…