Job Title:

The Quarry at La Quinta Controller

Job Category:

Controller

Club:

The Quarry at La Quinta

Location:

La Quinta, CA Email this job

CONTROLLER PROFILE

THE

QUARRY AT LA QUINTA

LA

QUINTA, CA CONTROLLER AT THE QUARRY AT LA QUINTA

The incoming Controller at The Quarry at La Quinta will be warmly embraced by a team known for its collaborative spirit, intelligence, and drive. The Quarry at La Quinta cultivates an environment where everyone is encouraged to excel, fostering a culture where members of its cross-functional team feel genuinely excited to come to work each day. The financial teammate is an individual with the required financial acumen and experience, who displays support, compassion, and patience with their co-workers, and who will rely on their guidance for finance matters. Professional presence and demeanor, visibility, flexibility, patience, and diplomacy are needed for interactions with all constituents, including staff, vendors, and high-end members of the Club, Board, and committees. Click here to watch a brief video about this opportunity.

THE QUARRY AT LA QUINTA

Tucked in a scenic cove between the foothills of the Coral and Santa Rosa Mountains in the eastern part of the Coachella Valley was an abandoned sand and gravel pit that, for more than half a century, had been mined by the County of Riverside to extract materials for building local roads. Known as the Keller Pit, it was a working quarry until the late 1980s. Living nearby was avid golfer Bill Morrow. To say that Morrow loved the game of golf would be an understatement. He was such a fan that he took it upon himself to play Golf Digest's Top 100 courses. Morrow and Henry Burdick were both members of PGA West. The two friends discussed creating a true golf experience

• a golfer's golf course where a limited number of dedicated individuals could play anytime on a challenging, yet playable course that would be unparalleled in its spectacular surroundings. After playing the Tom Fazio-designed Black Quarry Ranch Club in Florida, Morrow set out to find the perfect site to build his dream course in the Coachella Valley. Morrow found the perfect place in La Quinta
• an abandoned quarry.

Morrow and Burdick purchased the 105-acre site from the County of Riverside. Months later, they purchased an adjacent 95-acre parcel. To ensure the golf course settings wouldn't be too tight, they purchased another 160-acre piece above the upper cove. So, Morrow and Burdick, along with 13 associates who shared their dreams, founded the $25M project. Construction began in June of 1993 with Opening Day slated for January 1, 1994. In all, 4,000 trees and palms along with 80,000 shrubs and cacti were planted. The course opened on January 1, 1994. The 21,000-square-foot clubhouse was completed on April 22, 1994. Designed to capture panoramic vistas of the course beyond. The clubhouse features a dining area where members dine and share their stories while overlooking a tranquil lake and the waterfalls behind the picturesque 10th green. The ownership of The Quarry was transferred back to the members in July of 1999

• for $1.

In 2002, an additional 74 acres were purchased, forming Quarry Ranch, the site of 29 new pieces of real estate and the Tom Fazio-designed Short Course. The Short Course has become known as the best of its kind in the world and one of those delightful pleasures that is part of The Quarry experience.

THE QUARRY AT LA QUINTA BY THE NUMBERS

Members:

250 Individual, 75 Spousal, 22 Junior, 8 Senior Average age of membership: 64 $11M Approximate Annual Gross Volume $140,000 Individual Initiation Fee ($200,000 Spousal) $9.2M Approximate Annual Dues $25,000 Approximate Instruction Volume $530,000 (+20% service charge) Approximate F&B Volume 14,500 Approximate annual rounds of golf 65 FTE employees, 40 seasonal Club is closed from mid-June to mid-August | Limited-Service from mid-August to October

Peak Season:

November to May 6 Board Members with three-year terms |

Committees:

Membership, Finance, Greens, Golf, House Jonas Encore POS and Club Accounting System

THE QUARRY AT LA QUINTA WEB SITE

www.thequarrygc.com

CONTROLLER ROLE OVERVIEW

The Controller oversees the club's financial operations and reports directly to the General Manager. This role involves strategic financial oversight, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The Controller must embody the Club's core values and mission and promote a "people-first" mentality. The position will involve supervising an additional staff person in the accounting department. Working directly with the General Manager, the Controller must be a sophisticated individual who will attend Board and Committee meetings, assist in developing agendas, and tend to other functions of the Board and committees. The Controller should demonstrate leadership, problem-solving skills, adaptability, ethical conduct, and the ability to work effectively with others while maintaining attention to detail and upholding organizational values.

KEY AREAS OF EXPECTED ABILITY AND PROFICIENCY MANAGEMENT AND LEADERSHIP

Develop and enforce general policies established by the Board of Governors and General Manager/COO. Select, administer, develop, and lead all employees under supervision. Uphold the mission, policies, and procedures of the Club. Ability to effectively communicate in English Ability to solve complex business problems, interpret instructions, and adapt to changing circumstances. Strong problem-solving skills, ability to operate telephone and voicemail systems, and an information technology background are a plus. Effective thought partnership with GM and strategic thinking are valued attributes.

FINANCIAL REPORTING AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Prepare monthly financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements, along with departmental statements. Oversee proper recording of all financial transactions. Coordinate with external auditors for the annual audit, providing necessary schedules and documentation. Oversee the preparation of federal, state, and local tax returns. Maintain financial records for ongoing capital projects. Provide financial support and analysis to the General Manager, Board Finance Committee Chair, and Department Heads. Manage A/P and A/R, including collections for overdue member billings and oversee/maintain the general ledger. Reconcile all bank accounts and balance sheet accounts monthly. Verify the proper maintenance of insurance records for club property. Maintain fixed asset ledgers and prepare depreciation schedules. Assess and ensure consistent application of accounting policies and procedures for internal controls.

BUDGETING AND FINANCIAL PLANNING

Collaborate with the General Manager in the development of annual operating and capital budgets for approval by the Board of Directors. Manage the approved budgets throughout the fiscal year and conduct monthly variance analysis between actual results and budget. Analyze processes for improvement and recommend changes. Assist with periodic cash forecasts. Ensure regular reconciliations of all balance sheet accounts. Participate in special projects and prepare ad hoc reports as needed.

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS

5+ years of professional finance/accounting experience with a minimum of 3+ years at a Controller/Staff Accountant level and current accounting certifications, preferably with golf or country club experience. Knowledge of private Clubs, food & beverage trends, and customer relations management systems encouraged. Has a thorough understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). Has a proven track record of working independently, as well as within a team environment. Has demonstrated strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to adapt to various situations and needs quickly. Has strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Can communicate effectively in a collaborative work environment. Has a demonstrated ability to follow through on commitments, is detail-oriented, and meets deadlines. IT & software knowledge is strongly desired; an Information technology background to assist in overseeing clubs' IT needs is a plus. Experience working with JONAS Club Management software is a plus. Able to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Able to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, vendors, members, and staff. Adept at solving practical problems and dealing with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft-based personal computers, Microsoft Office suite, and experience with accounting software like JONAS Club Management is a plus.

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting. CHAE certification preferred. In lieu of a formal degree, a minimum of five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATION

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

Salary offer is commensurate with qualifications and experience. The club offers an excellent bonus and benefits package.

Salary Range:

$165,000

• $195,000, with bonus potential up to 10% of base salary.

INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO APPLY

Please upload your resume and cover letter, in that order, using the link below. You should have your documents fully prepared to attach when prompted during the online application process. Please be sure your image is not on your resume or cover letter; that should be used on your LinkedIn Profile. Prepare a thoughtful cover letter addressed to The Quarry at La Quinta Search Committee, and clearly articulate your alignment with this role, why you want to be considered for this position at this stage of your career, and why QLQ and the La Quinta area will be beneficial to you, your family, your career, and the Club if selected. You must apply for this role as soon as possible but no later than September 10, 2026. Candidate selections will occur

• mid-September, with the first Interviews expected in late September and the second interviews a short time later.

The new candidate should assume their role in early October 2026.

IMPORTANT

Save your resume and letter in the following manner: "Last Name, First Name

• Resume" & "Last Name, First Name
• Cover Letter
• Quarry" (These documents should be in Word or PDF format)

Note:

Once you complete the application process, you cannot go back and add additional documents. If you have any questions, please email

Bethany Taylor:

Bethany@kkandw.com.

Search Executive:

Michelle Riklan, ACRW, CPRW, CEIC, CJSS Career Strategist, Search & Consulting Executive

O:

 (833) KKW-HIRE, ext. 717 |

M:

 (908) 415-4825 michelle@kkandw.com