The Hotel Controller will work closely with the Director of Finance of The Beverly Hills Hotel and Director of Finance of Hotel Bel-Air, entrusted with the company’s financial health. This leader will combine operational and strategic roles, manage all accounting and financial control functions, and partner with the Area Director of Finance to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting and establish a strong internal control environment. This leader must be focused on continual improvement and be able to effectively manage, lead, and inspire a diverse accounting/finance team. The position requires a versatile and talented leader to meet a continually changing set of circumstances. Though skillfully trained and ensures the financial health of The Beverly Hills Hotel and Hotel Bel-Air, this leader never loses sight of the ultimate reasonability, to create lifelong memories for our guests which translates to strong financial performance.

As Hotel Controller at The Beverly Hills Hotel, here are just some of the great benefits you will receive: 

• Complimentary stays with breakfast included in all 10 Dorchester Collection hotels – stay once a year at each hotel! (Subject to availability and seniority terms)

•  50% off at bars and restaurants within all of our Dorchester Collection hotels

• World class development opportunities (Service Excellence Training, Diversity Equity Inclusion & Belonging Trainings, Monthly Lunch & Learns)

• Social events throughout the year, including Quarterly Employee Appreciation Day events, Quarterly Employee Awards, Annual End of Year Gala

• Free Meals on Duty

• Exclusive Access to a discount platform featuring 1000s of retailers

• Competitive Medical, Dental, Vision Benefit

• Competitive retirement scheme

As an Assistant Controller at The Beverly Hills Hotel, your compensation will range between $130,000-$135,188 annually.

A day in the life of the Hotel Controller… it demands high levels of energy in order to keep up. They need consistency even though the days are never alike; and creativity to tackle daily adventures. Listing all of the tasks that the Hotel Controller accomplishes would be lengthy but the list below is essential to know.

• Partner with the Director of Finance and hotel management to align operational needs with financial requirements

• Ensure that all financial reporting is accurate and complete as required by senior corporate office and owners (to DSL and DGL)

• Instill and ensure a strong internal control environment that protects the assets and resources of our organization. Provide all stakeholders timely and accurate financial statements.

• Partner with the leadership team peers to act on and exceed total balanced scorecard initiatives (guests, employees, financial, owners).

• Lead, review and advise on capital purchases and development projects

• Actively manage the cash flow of the business to ensure that we can fulfill all obligations

• Partner with the Director of Finance to ensure that the hotels have appropriate level of insurance coverage, ensure that contracts are renewed on time and permits are obtained to ensure that our business is protected and compliant

• Satisfy other governmental reporting requirements

• Stay informed about government subsidy programs to ensure that we maximize any potential subsidies 

• Manage and support the finance division employees. Review and implement opportunities for improved efficiencies and/or internal controls (through technology, best practices, etc.)

• Partner with the Director of Finance and hotel operations to ensure that they continually manage payroll cost and expense with a focus on guest centric initiatives and guest satisfaction

• Work with the Directors of Finance and hotel operations on the development of the Annual Business Plan, Financial and Capital Budgets

• Monthly P&L and Financial Statement Review and Submission

•Monthly Balance Sheet Reconciliation and Review with DOF's

•Monthly reconciliation of the capital purchases, approved projects in progress, and future planning for projects to come

• Lead monthly medical review meeting with DSL and own the communication and sharing of the reports

• Monthly review, reconciliation and forecasting  of the cash needs of the business

• Provide DGL information on annual basis needed to complete income taxes for Sajahtera, Inc.

• Partner with Willis Towers Watson on all insurance needs including medical and renewals of all policies

• Quarterly review meeting with 401K advisor to ensure our portfolio is in line to market growth rates. Annual audits including financial audit, 401K audit and any others that may arise in the course of business from tax authorities

• File monthly, quarterly and annual taxes.  File annual labor reports for benefits plan (Form 5500)

• Weekly labor meetings 

• All of our employees are ambassadors of our Vision, Values and culture. Our Directors of Finance do this with all they do.

• English is the primary language used in our hotel. Our Directors of Finance must feel comfortable communicating in this language

• Our Area Financial Controller should have working knowledge of the organization’s applicable financial practices and procedures, as well as a thorough understanding of state and federal rules and regulations

• Proficient with accounting software and standard office and accounting equipment.

• Attention to detail is critical for this role.

• Previous finance management experience in hospitality required

• We pride in nurturing an environment where Working Together is a must. The Senior Financial Controller is one of our biggest champions of this.

• Our hotels operate nonstop, this requires flexibility from everyone on the team.