Wheaton, Illinois
Property Controller Job Opening in Wheaton, Illinois - Position Title: Property Controller
Job Location: Cantigny Golf, Wheaton, IL
Start Date: Immediately
Facility Descriptions
Located in Wheaton, Illinois, Cantigny Park is the former home of Colonel Robert McCormick, longtime editor and publisher of the Chicago Tribune. He left this 500 acre estate as a gift for community. Cantigny Park is home to the McCormick Museum, First Division Museum, spectacular gardens, picnic grounds, nature trails, a Visitors Center with banquet and dining facilities, educational and recreational programs and much more. Explore Cantigny at . Cantigny Golf, adjacent to the park, features a 27-hole championship golf course, full-service clubhouse with banquet and dining facilities, Cantigny Golf Academy and the 9-hole Cantigny Youth Links. Explore Cantigny Golf at .
Position Summary
Reporting to the General Manager and the Home Office Regional Controller, the Property Controller directs the accounting activities, financial reporting and human resource duties for the property. As an accounting liaison between the home office and clients, the Property Controller works closely with department heads to ensure a smooth operation and resolve any accounting or financial issues as needed. In particular, this position is responsible for establishing and monitoring the control environment sufficient to ensuring accurate, timely financial reporting and safeguarding of property assets.
Position Responsibilities
Manage the general accounting activities of the property including accounts payable, payroll and cash management / receivables.
Work with department managers to produce budgets and forecasts.
Manage cash flow on a daily / weekly / monthly basis including cash forecasting and projections.
Prepare and analyze financial statements at the Property.
Prepare monthly work paper reconciliations, bank reconciliations and monthly state and local sales tax returns.
Prepare weekly revenue reports for staff and home office.
Communicate and provide reporting to Client personnel and auditors as necessary
Maintain employee records, prepare/edit weekly time sheets, enter and submit bi-weekly payroll to home office and track employee vacation.
Perform other duties as appropriate
Qualifications
College degree in accounting or finance from an accredited university required.
CPA and experience with Microsoft Dynamics GP (Great Plains) preferred.
3-5 years applicable accounting experience, preferably in the hospitality industry.
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
Ability to analyze/solve problems, multitask and work in a fast paced environment.
Organization and attention to detail, a positive attitude, and ability to communicate effectively to staff.
Job Type: Full-time
Required experience:
Accounting: 3 years
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