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Yellowstone Country Club · 1 day ago

Financial Controller

Billings, MT

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Yellowstone Country Club, founded in 1949, is a distinguished club known for its exceptional facilities and member-centric culture. The Controller directs the financial operations of the Club, overseeing all accounting functions and serving as a strategic partner to the COO, while also leading budget management, financial forecasting, and internal controls.

Hospitality

Responsibilities

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 reconciliation statement and cash flow projections taking into consideration forecasted results and capital expenditures

Cross trains administrative staff on accounting tasks

Attend Board meetings, finance committee meetings, and other meetings as required

Oversee member billing, collections, and accounts receivable in accordance with Club policies

Maintains vendor credit applications and records

Maintains fixed asset ledgers and prepares depreciation schedules

Audits member and guest charges, cash sheets, and expenditures to ensure accuracy and compliance

Safeguards Club funds and oversees bank deposits and check issuance

Maintains tournament accounting records and financial statements

Manages investment programs and invests excess funds to optimize cash flow

Monitors delinquent accounts and advises management on potential risks

Oversees issuance and management of membership certificates, including transfers, cancellations, refunds, and recoveries

Collaborates with external accounting firms and advisors

Prepare the annual financial report for presentation at the Club’s annual meeting

Works with the COO and department heads on capital budgets and long-term financial planning

Manages and evaluates automated financial management and accounting systems

Maintains confidentiality regarding Club, member, and employee information

Negotiates and secures property and casualty insurance coverage to protect Club assets

Qualification

Financial analysisAccounting experienceBudget managementInternal controlsCPA licenseTax preparationCash flow managementLeadershipCommunicationTeam collaboration

Required

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

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

Directs the financial operations of the Club and oversees all accounting functions while serving as a key strategic partner to the COO

Provides leadership in budget management, cost-benefit analysis, financial forecasting, and internal controls

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

Serves as a liaison to the finance committee and is responsible for the staffing, training, and professional development of the accounting department