Club Controller

Controller — Private Golf & Country ClubAbout the ClubOur client is a private, member-owned equity club within a luxury gated residential golf community in Palm Beach County, Florida. The club features a championship course designed by a major champion, an extensive practice facility, and a full-service clubhouse with dining, wine room, spa, and fitness center. It serves a discerning, high-net-worth membership and holds itself to an exceptionally high service standard.Position SummaryTitle: ControllerLocation: Palm Beach County, FL (on-site)Reports to: CFOType: Full-time, exemptThe Controller owns the club's accounting and financial reporting end to end. This leader runs the monthly close, budgeting, member billing, and internal controls, and gives the General Manager and Board clear, timely numbers to run a high-end, member-owned club. The role leads the accounting team and partners with department heads in golf, food and beverage, agronomy, spa, and facilities.Key ResponsibilitiesAccounting and closeLead the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close; deliver accurate financial statements on a fixed calendarOwn the general ledger, account reconciliations, accruals, and fixed-asset accountingOversee AP, AR, payroll processing, and cash management, including daily cash and bank reconciliationsMember financialsManage member billing: dues, assessments, initiation fees, F&B minimums, and member chargesAccount for equity membership transactions, resales, and refundable depositsResolve member account questions with discretion and a high service standardBudgeting and reportingBuild the annual operating and capital budgets with the General Manager and department headsProduce monthly departmental P&Ls, variance analysis, and forecastsPrepare and present financial packages to the Finance Committee and BoardTrack capital projects and reserve fundsControls, compliance, and auditDesign and enforce internal controls across all revenue centersCoordinate the annual audit and tax filings (including Form 990 or 1120 as applicable) with outside CPAsManage sales and use tax, property tax, insurance renewals, and vendor contractsOperations partnershipPartner with F&B, golf shop, spa, and agronomy on cost controls, inventory, and pricingSupport seasonal staffing and labor cost planningAdminister and improve club management systems (e.g., Jonas, Northstar, Clubessential)LeadershipTrain and lead the accounting teamAct as a trusted advisor to the General Manager on financial decisionsQualificationsRequiredBachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance7+ years of progressive accounting experiencePrivate club, hospitality, resort, or HOA/community association experienceStrong command of GAAP, month-end close, budgeting, and audit preparationExperience leading and developing an accounting teamAdvanced Excel skills and experience with club or hospitality accounting softwarePolished communicator comfortable presenting to a Board and serving high-net-worth membersPreferredCPA or CMAExperience at an equity, member-owned club3+ years as a Controller, Assistant Controller, or Accounting ManagerWorking knowledge of Jonas, Northstar, Clubessential, or similar club systemsBackground with capital reserve planning and large capital projectsFamiliarity with seasonal South Florida club operationsWhy This RoleThis is the top accounting seat at one of South Florida's most respected private clubs. The Controller has direct access to the General Manager and Board, and real influence on how the club invests in its course, clubhouse, and member experience.