Controller Alto Lakes Golf and Club

Organization

Alto Lakes Golf & Country Club, nestled in the picturesque mountains of southern New Mexico, was founded in 1967 and has since evolved into one of the region's premier private residential communities. Originally developed as a mountain retreat, the Club has grown alongside the Alto Lakes community, blending the charm of its rustic roots with modern amenities and world‑class service. Over the decades, it has become a treasured destination for members seeking the perfect balance of recreation, relaxation and community.

The Club boasts three 18‑hole golf courses, each offering distinct playing experiences and scenic views of the surrounding Lincoln National Forest. In addition to its golf amenities, Alto Lakes features a newly expanded and renovated clubhouse, multiple dining venues, a vibrant social calendar, tennis and pickleball courts, fitness facilities with indoor and outdoor pools, pavilion venue for major concerts and entertainment and a commitment to excellence in member service.

Today, Alto Lakes Golf & Country Club is home to more than 2,105 memberships and serves as a hub of lifestyle, connection and mountain elegance for its members and their families.

• Annual Revenues: $19.5M
• F&B Volume: $4M
• Memberships: 2,264
• Initiation Fee:
  Transfer Fee $25,000
• Annual Dues: $5,200
• Food Cost Percentage: 47‑50%
• Food and Beverage Outlets: 3 Clubhouses
• Full‑time F&B Employees in Season: 225
• Full‑time F&B Employees Off‑Season: 75
• Club POS and Accounting Systems:
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The Controller provides the leadership, management and vision necessary to ensure Alto Lakes Golf and Country Club has the proper operational controls, administrative and reporting procedures and people systems in place to effectively grow the organization and to ensure financial strength, accuracy, timeliness of reports and operating efficiency. The position accomplishes this through a respectful, constructive and energetic style, guided by the objectives of the Club.

The Controller should work closely with the General Manager and the management team and perform specific tasks as requested by the GM.

The position directly reports to the GM and will supervise accounting staff, human resources and IT. The chosen individual will serve as a true strategic partner who will be instrumental in taking Alto Lakes Golf and Country Club to the next level of financial stability and success and will help support the Club’s current and future vision in conjunction with the strategic plan.

The successful applicant will have an affinity for smaller town and a rustic living environment. Ruidoso and Capitan are vibrant outgoing towns with good schools and all the amenities, offering a multitude of outdoor experiences on a year‑round basis.

• Responsible for the preparation of all accounting reconciliations and the timely preparation and review of balance sheet, general ledger, trial balance and preliminary financial statements.
• Prepares monthly financial packets by the 10th of every month.
• Monitor multiple operating, reserve and capital bank accounts.
• Review and approve the reconciliation of all banking activities.
• Monitor, update and transfer appropriate funds to maintain integrity of accounts.
• Review daily bank balances and advise on cash flow issues and review all cash disbursements.
• Review accounts receivable and assists as needed past due account collection procedures.
• Review interim and year‑end audit preparation.
• Advise the GM if a material weakness could arise during the annual audit.
• Prepare audit reports as required for outside auditors. Review audit for accuracy and make recommendations to the auditors before the final report is issued.
• Ensure compliance with internal control policies; recommend improvements to existing processes and procedures.
• Review the preparation of applicable federal, state and local tax returns from the outside accounting firm and appropriate for dissemination to the GM.
• Ensure that all financial reports are submitted accurately and in a timely manner.
• Assist with the annual budget and development process, specifically working with the department heads to prepare…