Job Description

Overview

Renowned Recruitment Group is partnering with a large country club who is looking to bring on a full time Controller. The Controller serves as the senior financial leader responsible for budgeting, financial reporting, accounting operations, and strategic financial guidance. This role partners closely with the GM/COO, Finance Committee, and Board of Governors to ensure financial integrity, operational excellence, and long-term organizational sustainability. The ideal candidate is hands-on, analytical, process-oriented, and skilled at leading an accounting team within a fast-paced, member-focused environment.

This is an onsite position working a schedule from Tuesday-Saturday.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Leadership & Strategy

• Lead development of the annual operating and capital budgets.
• Prepare accurate and timely monthly financial statements, year-end reporting, and financial packages for leadership and the Board.
• Conduct monthly variance analysis, financial modeling, and cash forecasting to support data-driven decision-making.
• Provide strategic financial insights to the GM/COO, Treasurer, Finance Committee, and Board of Governors.

Accounting Operations

• Oversee all accounting functions in accordance with GAAP, including AP, AR, GL, payroll, banking, and reconciliations.
• Ensure accurate recording of all club transactions, including credit card activity, loan payments, lease expenses, amortization schedules, and membership-related financial entries.
• Manage monthly close processes for both the Club and its Association.
• Maintain accurate historical financial records and reconcile legacy data as needed.

Capital Projects & Asset Management

• Monitor capital expenditure budgets, disbursements, and monthly reporting.
• Conduct cost analysis and forecast projections for construction and capital initiatives.
• Provide oversight for project accounting and tracking of overages or variances.

Process Improvement & Systems

• Evaluate current processes and implement systemic improvements across financial operations.
• Fully understand and utilize the Club Essential system within the first 90 days.
• Recommend and implement approved workflow enhancements that improve accuracy, efficiency, and internal controls.

Leadership & Team Development

• Hire, train, mentor, and retain a high-performing accounting team.
• Establish clear goals and expectations; coach team members and take corrective action when needed.
• Partner with department leaders to develop operational metrics and improve budget ownership.

 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in accounting and finance, with experience managing small teams
• CPA and/or CHAE designation preferred.
• Experience in non-profit, club, or hospitality accounting preferred
• Strong analytical skills with a track record of improving financial processes and controls.
• Ability to reconcile legacy financial records and ensure accuracy across historical data.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• High integrity, professionalism, and discretion with confidential information.

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