Assistant Controller - World Equestrian Center Ocala

The World Equestrian Center located in Ocala, Florida is searching for a Assistant Controller to join our team! 

The Controller is responsible for coordinating financial and accounting practices, procedures, and policies. Participates in Organizational Development and provides accurate and timely reports reflecting the financial condition of the Resort/Complex. Hires, trains, and supervises the Accounting team.

Essential Functions:

• Supervises the accounting team, including Staff Accountants, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and other areas as assigned.
• Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, development, and evaluation of the staff.
• Establishes or recommends to management Accounting Policies and Procedures for the property.
• Plans and implements procedures, workflows, and systems.
• Prepare reports which summarize and forecast business activity and financial position in areas of income, expenses, and earnings based on past, present, and expected operations.
• Advises management about risk and liabilities for protection against property losses.
• Advises management on desirable operational adjustments due to tax code revisions.
• Arranges for audits of property accounts.
• Prepares reports for regulatory agencies, including non-Income Tax Returns & Filings
• Prepares and negotiates different contracts.
• Maintains files for all contracts and agreements for historical reference and for protection against property losses and potential liabilities.
• Maintains good relations with operations managers and leadership, as well as outside organizations such as banks, auditors, etc.
• Provides continuous direction to and education of the operation team in all areas related to finance, financial reports, internal controls, labor management, payroll, month end reconciliation, P&L performance, etc.
• Have complete knowledge of all policies, standards and procedures of the department.          

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the associate occupying this position. Associates will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor.  This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship.

Physical Requirements:

These physical demands represent the physical requirements necessary for an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of the position.  Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the described essential functions of the position.

• Associate may have to stand walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• Associate may have to lift up to 50 pounds.

 Qualifications, Education, Experience, Skills, and Abilities:

• College degree in Accounting / Business and minimum of 5 years management experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Proficiency in finance related computer programs, including Excel, Word, and Quick Books.
• Knowledge of city, county, state and Federal regulations related to maintain and reporting on financial data.
• Ability to effectively interact in a professional manner with management team, guests, condo owners, and Resort ownership.
• Excellent organizational, time management, computer skills and strong analytical skills.

 The World Equestrian Center is managed by Columbus Hospitality Management, a company committed to providing quality service and memorable guest experiences in a positive and welcoming work environment. We are focused on supporting the needs of our team through our commitment to the family/work life balance and by providing development opportunities.

 We are proud to be a Drug Free Workplace/EOE. All applicants will be required to submit to a background check prior to employment.