Vice President of Accounting | Schulte Hospitality Group

Schulte Hospitality Group is seeking a dynamic, service-oriented Vice President of Accounting to join our team! SHG is an organization whose success is rooted in its service culture. Our mission is to exude hospitality, be respectful and authentic, prioritize the needs of our internal and external stakeholders above our own, and continuously strive to make a positive impact in all we do. We are passionate hoteliers eager to add like-minded people to our rapidly growing team!

 

What’s in it for you? When you join SHG you’ll be part of a team committed to an inclusive, employee-focused workplace that is invested in your development. We want you to feel engaged, empowered, and excited to grow with us. After all, we believe our greatest and most valuable asset is our people! SHG provides a rewarding, fun and flexible work environment, exciting perks, an atmosphere designed to encourage and promote career growth within the company and a robust benefit package including, but not limited to:

 

Work Today, Get Paid today, with Daily Pay!

Free Telemedicine and Virtual Mental Health care access for All Associates starting day one!

Multiple Health Insurance and Life Insurance options

401k Plan + Company Match

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Schulte Savings Marketplace Discounts on event tickets, electronics, gym memberships + more!

 

Our Company: Schulte Hospitality Group is a division of Schulte Companies, a leading third-party management company with deep, multi-generational experience in all facets of the hospitality industry. We are a diverse team of innovative hoteliers and restauranteurs operating more than 200 locations across 38 states and 3 countries. Our portfolio includes a wide array of reputable brands like Marriott, Hilton, IHG and Hyatt as well as many unique, independent, boutique and lifestyle properties and restaurants.

 

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Willingness and ability to support sales teams in any vacancy of roles, or in the case of an underperforming sales team member (ie: administrative support, catering, etc.)
• Lead, direct and manage Regional Controllers
• Oversee month-end close processes including balancing, timely upload of all month end reports, and reconciliation and accuracy of all ledgers and reports submitted
• Assists with establishing a training program and assists with the training
• Ensure accurate and timely monthly journal entries, account reconciliations and research on financial questions as appropriate
• Direct monthly forecasting and annual budget process
• Review policies and procedures
• Ensure compliance with SOX compliance requirements
• Advise General Managers in controlling expenses and maintaining department checkbooks
• Ensure that property meets internal and external audit standards as outlined in the Internal Audit guidelines and other Corporate Office communications
• Providing direction and training to hotel operational team in areas related to financial reports, internal controls, standard operating procedures, expense controls, and payroll
• Lead role in coordinating external audits
• Perform other duties as assigned to meet business objectives

 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Hotel experience required
• Minimum 5 years financial management experience
• Multi-property controller experience required
• BA or BS degree in accounting or finance required
• Supervision/Management of a team

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge and deep understanding of all aspects of hotel operations.
• Must be detail oriented, with strong self organization and communication skills.
• Promotes an atmosphere of teamwork with the ability to lead by example.
• Builds morale and spirit while instilling an industry leading guest service attitude in all associates.
• Strong customer service orientation and skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• "Hands-on" leadership approach to management and team development.
• Must be able to prioritize Regional functions in order to meet all deadlines.
• Executes all performance management, oversee recruitment & retention programs to include bonus program & annual reviews.
• Well-versed in strategic planning and operational execution
• Excellent communicator and dynamic presenter.
• Ability to lead, motivate and direct with clear communication.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, internal controls and financial reporting re