Financial Controller / Accounting Specialist | Location: USVI

Financial Controller / Accounting Specialist
Location: Premier Beachfront Hotel & Villas, U.S. Virgin Islands

Housing Provided: A private one-bedroom apartment with a spacious terrace overlooking the ocean is included. The apartment comes fully equipped with kitchen appliances and is just steps from the sand, offering easy access to on-site swimming pools and parking.

We are seeking an experienced Financial Controller / Accounting Specialist to lead the financial operations of two independently owned hospitality properties: an 80+ key resort with full F&B facilities and a 50+ key boutique hotel. Both properties are located near a major transportation hub and feature stunning beachfront settings. This role is ideal for a candidate with expertise in the hospitality industry and a passion for revitalizing financial processes. You will collaborate closely with leadership to restructure and enhance the Finance Department, ensuring seamless operations and financial success.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven Leadership: A track record of mentoring and building motivated accounting teams.
• Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, POS/PMS systems, and expertise in creating, maintaining, and analyzing Excel spreadsheets.
• Hospitality Expertise: Familiarity with the unique challenges of hotel finance operations.
• Proactive Problem-Solving: Hands-on approach, excellent communication, and the ability to anticipate and address financial challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee profit and loss reporting, account reconciliation, and all operational and balance sheet accounts for both properties.
• Manage income audits, cashiering, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, tax compliance, and month-end processes.
• Analyze profit performance, implement cost-control measures, and report findings to leadership.
• Develop action plans to address existing and anticipated financial or operational challenges.
• Ensure chargeback cases are resolved efficiently by implementing clear policies with Front of House teams.
• Lead internal and external audit processes, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
• Build and maintain a highly skilled and cross-trained accounting team.

Requirements

Accounting Systems

• ERP: Sage 100 Standard 2022
• Payroll: Frostco Payroll Services
• Accounting Software: QuickBooks
• Point of Sale: Restaurant Manager
• Property Management System: Room Key
• Booking Platform: Amadeus TravelClick

Additional Information

• Revenues (Approximate): $10M+ across both properties.
• Accounting Staff: 2-5 members (shared between properties).
• Team Sizes: 100+ employees
• Key Metrics: ADR: $161 - $250 | RevPAR: 85$ - $159

Benefits

• $95,000 - $100,000 + Discretionary end of year bonus
• Private Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Performance Bonus