Hotel Controller 

City, State:

Saddle Brook, New Jersey Title:

Controller Location:

Saddlebrook, NJ FLSA:

Exempt/ Status:

full-time Reports to:

General Manager/Corporate Accounting Department Supervises:

Property Accounting Department Pay Range:

$90-100k

Job Summary:

The Controller oversees all financial operations of the property, providing accurate and timely financial reports and analysis to the General Manager and management team. This role ensures compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements while managing the accounting staff and maintaining financial controls.

Essential Functions and Duties:

Supervise the accounting and finance team, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, and night audit staff. Approve purchases within budgetary guidelines and oversee cash handling procedures. Prepare financial analyses of hotel operations and report findings to management. Manage labor and expense forecasting, providing reports to department heads. Reconcile operating bank accounts and monitor daily cash deposits and credit card transactions. Prepare and present financial reports, including P&L statements, forecasts, and variance reports. Ensure compliance with tax filings and assist with audits. Train hotel management in budgeting and fiscal management tools. Maintain records of contracts, insurance policies, tax reports, payroll, and other financial documents. Oversee HR-related financial processes, including payroll and personnel documentation. Participate in management meetings and provide financial updates. Ensure compliance with all fiscal policies and recommend operational adjustments as needed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Required Experience, Education, and Skills:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field preferred. Minimum of 4 years of progressive experience in hotel accounting or a similar role. Strong understanding of general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll processes. Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel. Experience in preparing and analyzing financial reports, including P&L statements and forecasts. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Strong leadership and team management abilities. Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.

Work Environment:

Primarily office-based work with occasional walking, standing, and lifting of items up to 10 lbs. Frequent use of computers, requiring extended periods of sitting and reviewing financial documents. Must be available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays based on reporting deadlines and operational needs.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the team member for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Stonebridge is committed to equal employment opportunities. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or medical condition. All aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, advancement, compensation, benefits, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, layoff, recall, and termination, will be conducted without discrimination. Reasonable accommodations will be made for disabled team members. Resumes and applications for employment will be evaluated based on qualifications and the ability to meet the position's requirements. All Stonebridge openings are projected to close within 30 days of the original posting date. This position will no longer be available 30 days from: 2026-03-24 Stonebridge offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401(k) matching, wellness support, life and disability coverage, savings accounts, tuition aid, and travel and lodging perks. We are visionaries in the hospitality industry, fueled by innovation and precision, and guided by our core values, which are Courage, Vigilance, Collaboration, Passion, Creativity, and Empowerment. As a privately owned hotel management company, we are committed to providing experiences and opportunities for our guests to create lifelong memories through travel. Managing a portfolio of over 160 hotels across the United States, we offer extensive growth opportunities for our partners and investors, and exceptional hospitality career opportunities for our team members. All Stonebridge openings are projected to close within 30 days of the original posting date. Please submit your applications by then. Stonebridge offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401(k) matching, wellness support, life and disability coverage, savings accounts, tuition aid, and travel and lodging perks.