Description:
Position Summary:
The Assistant Controller plays a crucial role in directing property accounting operations, ensuring accurate month-end closings, and implementing robust accounting policies and procedures. They supervise financial reporting, support budget creation, and manage daily cash positions and accounts payable requirements. With a focus on team leadership and efficiency, the Assistant Controller oversees inventory management, government form filings, and intercompany accounts. Additionally, they implement controls over accounting transactions, analyze corporate allocations, and undertake special projects to drive business objectives forward.
About Roberts Resorts & Communities:
This company operates nationally and is growing by the day. At Roberts Resorts & Communities, we're on a mission to build community and fulfilling dreams. Through our core values of resourcefulness, integrity, passion, and epic customer service, we're dedicated to making a difference in the lives of 30,000 people. If you're passionate about creating meaningful impact, thrive in a culture of integrity, and are committed to delivering exceptional service, we invite you to join us in turning visions into reality and shaping a brighter future together.
PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES:
- Oversee accounting team and month-end process, serving as the final decision-maker on accounting policy.
- Manage chart of accounts and general ledger to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
- Assist in periodic financial review meetings with teams to analyze financial performance and identify areas for improvement.
- Support Vice President of Finance in budget preparation, review, and finalization, providing financial insights and recommendations.
- Ensure accurate month-end closings by established deadlines and standards to maintain financial integrity.
- Implement and maintain a documented system of accounting policies and procedures to minimize financial risks.
- Supervise production of periodic financial reports, ensuring compliance with generally accepted accounting principles.
- Assist in hiring and training of new accounting personnel, identifying training needs, and developing training programs.
- Recommend benchmarks and metrics to measure company's financial performance and drive continuous improvement.
- Direct daily activities of accounts payable, accounts receivable, analysis, and cost accounting activities.
- Oversee inventory management and control processes to optimize efficiency and accuracy.
- Prepare, assist with, or review various government forms such as business licenses, property tax, and sales tax filings.
- Analyze and true up corporate allocations and recoveries to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Review intercompany accounts and billings between entities, ensuring timely follow-up and payment.
- Maintain chart of accounts in Rent Manager and accounts payable workflows in AVID to facilitate efficient accounting processes.
Requirements:
KEY COMPETENCIES:
- Analytical Abilities: Demonstrated proficiency in analyzing financial data to identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for improvement.
- Attention to Detail: Exceptional attention to detail in financial reporting, ensuring accuracy in all financial documents, reconciliations, and records.
- Team Leadership and Development: Proven track record of effectively leading accounting teams, managing workloads, and fostering a culture of growth and development.
- Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex financial information clearly and effectively to diverse stakeholders.
- Adaptability: Ability to adapt to evolving financial regulations, accounting standards, and business requirements while maintaining high standards of performance and efficiency.
- Timeliness: Consistently meets deadlines, ensuring month-end close processes are completed by day 12, property PL review meetings by day 18, and budget templates and uploads are completed according to defined timelines in the Core Process document.
- Chart of Accounts Management: Proficient in maintaining and reconciling chart of accounts between multiple entities, ensuring consistency and accuracy in sub-ledgers and financial reporting.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
- Five or more years of experience in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
- Proficient in coordinating and organizing multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
- Thorough understanding of reporting and financial systems.
- Advanced Excel skills are preferred.
- Possession of an advanced degree or CPA certification is preferred.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Constantly sit, talk, or hear; Frequently use hands.
- Manual dexterity for handling paperwork and using office equipment.
- Clear vision and hearing for reviewing documents and communicating effectively.
- Capability to lift up to 10 pounds.
BENEFITS:
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Employer Paid Life Insurance
- Voluntary STD, LTD, Accidental, and Critical illness
- PTO and 11 Paid Holidays
- 401(k) & 401(k) Match
- Working in an inclusive community!
- Complimentary stay at one of our resorts!
COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY:
Roberts Resorts & Communities stands firm in our commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity. We believe in a workplace free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic. Diversity is our strength. We foster an inclusive environment where authenticity is valued, and everyone feels a sense of belonging. We empower individuals to reach their full potential and contribute their best. Join us in creating a workplace where diversity is celebrated, voices are heard, and excellence thrives.
If this position caught your eye, send us your resume! For best consideration, include the job title and source where you found this position in the subject line of your email to careers@robertsrc.com.
