Controller

CONTROLLER OPPORTUNITY AT GULF STREAM BATH & TENNIS CLUB

Gulf Stream Bath & Tennis Club invites an experienced and detail-oriented accounting professional to serve as its next Club Controller. This is an outstanding opportunity for a hands-on financial leader to oversee the Club’s Team accounting and financial operations while serving as a trusted partner to the General Manager/COO and Club leadership.

The Controller directs and oversees all financial, accounting, and administrative functions of the Club. This role is responsible for safeguarding assets, ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining internal controls, and supporting sound operational and long-term financial decision-making.

This is a service-focused role within a private club environment where professionalism, discretion, and accuracy are essential. The ideal candidate is organized, analytical, and collaborative. He/she leads by example and supports a culture grounded in hospitality excellence and financial integrity.

CONTROLLER JOB DESCRIPTION

Reporting to the General Manager/COO,the Controller serves as the Club’s financial steward and operational accounting leader. The Controller ensures timely and accurate preparation of financial statements, maintains complete and transparent reporting, oversees payroll and member billing, and manages internal controls and compliance procedures. This individual supervises daily accounting functions and provides financial guidance to department heads to support operational effectiveness.

This is a working leadership role requiring strong technical accounting skills, attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to maintain confidentiality of all Club, Member, and associate information. Key responsibilities include:

FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT & REPORTING

• Prepare monthly financial statements, trial balances, and supporting schedules.
• Develop and administer annual operating and capital budgets.
• Monitor cash flow and provide financial forecasts and projections.
• Analyze budget variances and recommend corrective actions.
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger.
• Maintain accurate reconciliations of all banks and balance sheet accounts.
• Manage member billing, collections, and financial records.
• Maintain fixed asset ledgers and depreciation schedules.
• Coordinate external audits and tax filings.

INTERNAL CONTROLS & COMPLIANCE

• Direct internal controls, audits, and compliance procedures
• Safeguard deposits, disbursements, and banking relationships.
• Manage insurance policies and risk management programs.
• Supervise inventories of food, beverage, supplies, and equipment.
• Maintain confidentiality of all Club, Member, and associate information.

BOARD & LEADERSHIP SUPPORT

• Prepare reports for the Board of Directors, Finance Committee, and Executive leadership.
• Advise department heads on financial planning and operational performance.
• Collaborate with external accountants, auditors, financial advisors, and banking partners.

TEAM LEADERSHIP & STAFF DEVELOPMENT

• Train, supervise, and evaluate accounting and administrative staff.
• Promote accountability, professionalism, and accuracy within the finance function.
• Support administrative human resources functions and systems as needed.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

• Timely, accurate, and transparent financial reporting
• Strong internal controls and sound compliance practices
• Effective cash flow and budget management
• Professional, responsive support to leadership and department heads
• Maintenance of strict confidentiality and financial integrity

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS

• Private club, hospitality, or service industry experience preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret financial reports and regulations.
• Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Service-oriented leader with hospitality DNA, positive attitude, and collaborative, team-focused approach.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy and discretion.
• Comprehensive knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting and disclosures, operational and capital budgeting, forecasting, cash management, internal controls, and audit coordination.
• Exp. managing not-for-profit financial reporting (501(c)(7) entities; familiarity with 501(c)(3) accounting a plus.)
• Familiarity with employee benefits administration, including 401(k) and defined benefit retirement plans, and related federal and state employment and tax regulations.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and MS Office, with substantial experience using financial reporting software, ERP, and leveraging technology to streamline finance and accounting processes, improve reporting effectiveness, and support data-driven decision-making.
• Demonstrated success leading small finance/accounting teams and partnering cross-functionally with operational leaders.

EDUCATIONAL AND CERTIFICATION QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license preferred.