Controller

Job Description

CONTROLLER (10162)

*** REQUIRES INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE IN HOSPITALITY OR LUXURY LEISURE SERVICES ***

Our real estate and hospitality client is looking for a Controller to oversee the financial operations and guide financial strategic decisions. The Controller be eager to operate in a start-up environment. This position is in Dallas.

Qualifications:

- Education: A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.

- Preferred, CPA, CMA, or CFA

- Experience: 5+ years of experience in accounting or finance, with some experience in supervisory role, industry-specific knowledge in hospitality or leisure services preferred

- Strong knowledge of GAAP

- Software Proficiency with ERP and accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, or specific club management software). Proficiency in Microsoft Excel required for creating reports and performing data analysis.

- Attention to Detail: Strong focus on accuracy and compliance with accounting standards and regulations.

- Communication Skills: Ability to soundly advise managing partners, work closely with various department heads and effectively communicate financial information to non-financial managers.

- Problem-Solving: Ability to address financial discrepancies and optimize processes to ensure efficient operations.

Essential Functions:

Managing financial statements, balance sheets, and reports.

Ensuring compliance with tax laws and financial regulations.

Supervising accounting teams and department operations.

Developing and implementing financial policies and procedures.

Working with Director of Finance to maintain accounting records for budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.

Coordinating audits and external financial reviews.

Monitoring payroll and accounts payable/receivable.Company Description

Thomas Edwards Group is an Executive Search Firm specializing in the direct hire and interim placement of Accounting, Finance, HR and IT professionals. We’ve been in business since 1997 and the Dallas Business Journal has ranked us a Top Search Firm in Dallas and one of the “Best Places to Work” multiple times. Thomas Edwards Group also made the Inc. 5000 list in 2016 and our award-winning team of Search Consultants, which rank among the best and most experienced in the area, includes MBAs, CPAs, former Big 4 Professionals, Controllers, IT Search Professionals, Finance/Banking, and Business Professionals.

Full-time