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Controller

Company:
St. Petersburg Yacht Club
Location:
St. Petersburg, FL, 33701
Posted:
February 10, 2026
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Description:

It is the job of the Controller to perform month-end processing, prepare financial statements, bank and balance sheet reconciliations, inventories, equipment schedules & licenses, insurance tracking, accounts payable processing, and serve as the in-house IT systems administrator in conjunction with a third-party IT firm.

QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, TRAINING, & WORK EXPERIENCE * Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent related hospitality field preferred * Minimum of five years of related Accounting Experience * Ability to effectively communicate in the English language - verbal and written.

* Ability to use the various computer software programs required for the successful performance of the tasks, including Excel, Microsoft Word, Outlook, Google email, documents, spreadsheets, and the Jonas back-office system.

* Ability to learn new systems as needed.

* Ability to work with confidential information.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: * Ensure the timely and accurate preparation of monthly financial statements and reports - preparing and posting journal entries.

* Maintain best-in-class accounting practices in compliance with GAAP and internal control standards.

* Reconcile all bank accounts and balance sheet accounts monthly.

* Oversee the external audit process and preparation of the Club's audited financial statements.

* Manage all Club tax filings, including monthly sales tax, and ensure ongoing preservation of the Club's tax-exempt status.

Stay informed about tax law changes and relevant tax regulations.

* Track and report all unrelated business income and ensure compliance with IRS regulations.

* Oversee all banking relationships, cash flow planning, and debt management strategies.

* Lead the Club's business insurance and risk management programs, including claims administration and annual renewals.

* Responsible for the AP functions - obtaining approvals, reviewing backup, coding and inputting invoices, preparing payments, reconciling credit card bills, POs, reconciling statements, maintaining filing system, year-end (1099) reports as required.

* Assist in Food and Beverage physical inventories.

* Maintain a list of all licensed equipment and ensure timely renewals.

* Maintain a list of all licenses and ensure timely renewals.

* Maintain the third-party insurance database.

* Assist with in-house technology, including computers, printers, software, phones, data security, and utilize third-party IT firm(s) as needed.

* Oversees HR functions such as Worker's Compensation reporting, disciplinary tracking and procedures, payroll, and reconciliation of health insurance and gratuities payable.

* Oversees training database and updates managers as needed to ensure compliance with State and Local laws.

* Maintain spreadsheets regarding F&B costs, transfers, and inventory extension.

* Oversees cash, CC, ACH, and check payments received, reconciling chargebacks and NSF's received.

* Direct and develop the Finance & Accounting team, as well as the Front Desk team.

* Direct the annual operating and capital budgeting processes in collaboration with the GM/COO and department heads.

* Lead the preparation and presentation of budgets to the Finance Committee and Board, including detailed projections and justifications.

* Monitor budget performance throughout the year, identifying and communicating variances and course-correction strategies.

* Provide project-based financial analysis for capital expenditures and improvements.

* Prepare individual P&Ls for the various regattas and other events held at the Club.

* Maintain and balance petty cash accounts.

* Knowledgeable of Florida Tax Exempt and Use Tax laws.

* Knowledgeable of IRS UBI regulations and reporting.

* Knowledgeable of Florida's Unclaimed Property Laws.

MARIGINAL FUNCTIONS: * Ability to work any assigned work event.

* Exhibit a positive work ethic and dedication to tasks.

* Independently manage and multitask complex assignments and prioritize duties to meet departmental deadlines.

* Possess financial acumen with GAAP * Knowledge of HR Functions and ability to assist with disciplinary and other challenges * Ensure confidentiality and reliability of club data and proprietary information * Experience with Jonas software and programming * Any other task, written or verbal, assigned by Management.

ENVIRONMENT: Indoors in a well-lit office, working at a desk with a computer, keyboard, mouse, telephone, and padded chair with wheels.

Floors are either carpeted or cemented, with some stairs.

POSITION ANALYSIS/SPECIFICATIONS N/A OCCASIONAL FREQUENT CONSTANT Sitting X Standing X Walking X Bending Over X Crawling X Reaching X Crouching X Kneeling X Balancing X Pushing/Pulling X Lifting/Carrying 10lbs or less X 11lbs to 25lbs X 26lbs to 50lbs X 51lbs to 75lbs X 76lbs to 100lbs X Over 100lbs X Manual Dexterity X Fine Motor Skills X Gross Motor Skills X Eye/Hand Coord.

X Near Vision X Far Vision X Color Recognition X Hearing X ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS YES NO Working Outside X Working Inside X Working Alone X Working Closely With Others X Excessive Cold/Heat X Excessive Humidity/Dampness X Noise/Vibrations X Working Above Ground X Working Below Ground X Working with Chemicals/Detergents/Cleaners X Working Around Fumes/Smoke/Gas X Walking on Uneven Surfaces X Motorized Equipment or Vehicles X Working Around Machinery/Motorized Equip.

X Climbing on Scaffolds or ladders X

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