Financial Controller

Riggs Washington DC
  • Washington, District of Columbia
  • $95,000–$110,000 Per Year
6 days ago

Job Description

Financial Controller supports the Director of Finance in overseeing the financial operations of the hotel. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining strong internal controls, and supporting strategic decision-making through financial analysis and forecasting. The ideal candidate is adaptable, resourceful, calm under pressure, and thrives in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

Working closely with department leaders, the Financial Controller plays a key role in maintaining the financial health of the property while ensuring compliance with all regulatory and company standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the Director of Finance in the day-to-day financial operations of the hotel, ensuring compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
  • Assist with daily audits of cash deposits, cash handling procedures, and financial transactions to ensure accuracy and proper internal controls.
  • Monitor and review hotel revenues, purchases, payroll, and expenses to ensure financial integrity and cost control.
  • Analyze operational and financial data to provide insights and recommendations that support effective business decisions.
  • Prepare and review monthly financial statements and assist in the preparation and presentation of the Monthly Report of Operations.
  • Assist with the preparation of budgets and forecasts, including annual budgets, revised forecasts, and monthly projections.
  • Review tax filings to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
  • Prepare monthly accruals, including utilities and telecommunications expenses.
  • Monitor inventory records and controls to ensure accuracy and proper distribution of supplies.
  • Review and approve food and beverage disbursements and other financial transactions as required.
  • Assist with oversight of contracts, licenses, permits, insurance documentation, and other legal agreements to ensure compliance.
  • Partner with department leaders across the hotel to support financial planning, operational efficiency, and cost management.
  • Assists with management and development of finance teams

Qualifications & Requirements

  • Previous experience as an Assistant Director of Finance, Assistant Controller, or similar finance leadership role, preferably within the hospitality industry.
  • Strong financial analysis, reporting, and forecasting skills.
  • Ability to analyze large volumes of complex financial data and translate insights into clear reports and recommendations for senior leadership.
  • Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
  • Ability to remain calm under pressure and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Self-motivated with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues across departments.
  • Professional demeanor and ability to maintain confidentiality with sensitive financial information.

Pay Range: 95,000 - 110,000 Annually

Numbers & Facts

LocationWashington, District of Columbia
Salary$95,000–$110,000 Per Year

Skills

  • Accounting Standards and Regulationsunmatched
  • Accrual-Basis Accountingunmatched
  • Analysis Skillsunmatched
  • Budgetingunmatched
  • Business Supportunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Corporate Policiesunmatched
  • Cost Controlunmatched
  • Decision Supportunmatched
  • Detail Orientedunmatched
  • Disbursementsunmatched
  • Expense Trackingunmatched
  • Federal Laws and Regulationsunmatched
  • Financeunmatched
  • Financial Analysisunmatched
  • Financial Controlunmatched
  • Financial Managementunmatched
  • Financial Operationsunmatched
  • Financial Planningunmatched
  • Financial Proceduresunmatched
  • Financial Reportingunmatched
  • Financial Statementsunmatched
  • Financial Transactionsunmatched
  • Food and Beverage Industryunmatched
  • Forecastingunmatched
  • Hospitality Revenueunmatched
  • Hospitality and Tourismunmatched
  • Insurance Documentationunmatched
  • Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
  • Inventory Managementunmatched
  • Inventory Reportsunmatched
  • Leadershipunmatched
  • Legal Documentsunmatched
  • Maintain Complianceunmatched
  • Operational Auditunmatched
  • Operational Strategyunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
  • Regulatory Complianceunmatched
  • State Laws and Regulationsunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Telecommunicationsunmatched

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