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JOB TITLE: Controller                                          FLSA STATUS: Exempt                                      

REPORTS TO: General Manager/COO                                     SUPERVISES: Accounting team

At Ridglea Country Club, we're committed to providing an exceptional, world-class experience for our members and guests. When you join our team, you will have the opportunity to excel and grow at one of the leading private clubs in the country. Our team is dedicated to fostering a welcoming and friendly atmosphere where excellence is the norm. As a foremost employer of choice, we offer an exceptional work environment that values the goals and well-being of you and your families.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Controller at Ridglea Country Club (RCC) is a collaborative, transparent financial leader who works closely with the RCC’s Senior Leadership to ensure they have the timely tools, resources, and insights needed to manage their areas effectively. This includes partnering on budget development, providing regular variance analysis, making recommendations, and serving as a trusted sounding- board for operational and financial decisions. By learning the nuances of each department’s operations, the Controller empowers leaders to take ownership of their results while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Working directly with the General Manager/Chief Operating Officer (COO), the Controller serves as the COO’s financial thought partner, helping to achieve the strategic goals and operational expectations set by the Board. As a key member of the senior leadership team, the Controller will oversee the business and financial operations of the Club, manage the finance team, and ensure processes are in place to maintain control, accuracy, and efficiency.

The Controller is responsible for overseeing all aspects of financial processing, including payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, compliance reporting, treasury functions, monthly financial statements and reconciliations, monthly journal entries, licenses, capital planning and expense management, as well as ensuring the timely completion of annual financial audits.

KEY CHARACTERISTICS :

Unquestionable Integrity – Maintains the highest ethical standards.

Financial Credibility – Trusted resource for management and governance.

Approachable – Builds rapport with members, staff, and community.

Collaborative – Thrives in a “WE” culture and integrates quickly.

Strategic Partner – Offers big-picture thinking with practical solutions.

Results-Driven – Works with urgency to achieve measurable outcomes.

Business-Minded – Uses KPIs and metrics to guide performance.

Tech-Savvy – Implements systems and automation for efficiency.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

STRATEGIC GUIDANCE

• As a trusted partner to the COO, direct financial operations of RCC. Formulate, receive, and recommend policies for approval relating to accounting and auditing, the budget, revenue, and cost control procedures.
• Develop, implement, and maintain planning and budgeting processes that are proactive, structured, and transparent.
• Analyze cash flow, cost control, and expenses to pinpoint potential areas for improvement. Adjust the depth of reporting and analysis relative to the materiality of business decisions.
• Take a proactive and partnership approach to data-driven analysis to assist and advise the COO and Senior Leadership Team.
• Ensure the reporting needs of the Board of Directors, Finance Committee and members are met on time and in support of favorable committee and member relations.
• Work with the COO to deliver a budget to the Board of Directors; collectively, they are responsible for explaining variances and advocating various line items as needed to be successful.
• Anticipate unfavorable financial results or variances; conduct research and is prepared to offer preliminary explanations and appropriate countermeasures. Communicate regularly with the Finance Committee.

LEADERSHIP

• Serve as an engaged leader and trusted partner with a solid financial vision who will drive financial controls and results, offering consistency, timeliness, and accuracy of finances and reporting.
• Participate in the Finance Committee and Board of Directors meetings as needed; listen to feedback; provide input and be able to communicate and defend data-driven recommendations that may differ from Governance and the Finance Committee respectfully, confidently, and professionally.
• Support monthly reviews with the Senior Leadership Team and provide weekly reporting and monthly forecasting of the financial & operational outlook vs. the targets.
• Be a trusted partner to the Senior Leadership Team by working collaboratively.
• Strive daily to enhance the member experience in any aspect of billing, charges, or financial interaction with RCC.

TAX, BUDGETS, REPORTING

• Oversee the reconciliation of bank accounts and approve transfers as needed throughout the year.
• Prepare 1099’s and W-2s for end-of-year in addition to other year-end reports. Submit all reports to the government by the end of the year. Complete and maintain year-end audit with our CPA firm. 
• Make sure all federal, state, and payroll taxes are paid and filed promptly. Pay sales taxes and occupancy taxes; Prepare journal entries for the month.
• Maintain awareness and knowledge of current tax law changes or tax-related legislation that directly impacts RCC and use that knowledge to leverage financial reporting to incorporate any tax/reporting advantages.
• Lead the budget process by establishing policies, procedures, and expectations for budget preparation, approval, execution, and monitoring; collaborate with the COO and Senior Leadership Team to ensure understanding, ownership, and buy-in; ensure the budget is realistic, in alignment with RCC’s mission, and accurately reflects the current operating environment; educate the Senior Leadership Team on the budget process with transparency and a peer mindset to gain buy-in and build trust.
• Compare relevant data, such as YTD results versus budget or current year versus the previous year, to identify issues or trends as soon as possible.

TEAM MEMBER DEVELOPMENT

• Assess, hire, mentor, train, develop, and retain accounting staff. Conduct annual performance reviews of direct reports, including those with developmental plans.
• Provide a positive work environment; counsel accounting staff, as appropriate, and demonstrate a professional approach to management.
• Energize the team and build a strong financial culture driven to excellence with an appropriate sense of urgency. Serve as a coach and mentor and lead by example.
• Focus on success and hold accounting staff accountable to perform at a high service level.

TECHNOLOGY

• Oversee the information technology for RCC, including internal aspects and those outsourced through a third-party vendor.
• Ensure equipment is maintained and forecast replacements and replacement costs.
• Aid the Senior Leadership Team in reducing the downtime of services through communication with vendors.
• Stay current on the newest technology and make recommendations for implementation, as well as being a collaborative partner to the Senior Leadership Team in helping to assess their own specific technological needs.

LEGAL AFFAIRS AND CONTRACT MANAGEMENT

• Create and sustain productive banking, insurance, and contractual relationships and liaise with related third parties.
• Evaluate and oversee risk management and insurance issues.
• Lead and manage technology investments, policies, and contract vendors.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree with a concentration in Finance or Accounting
• Master’s degree and/or CPA certificate a plus
• 10+ years of professional finance/accounting experience with a minimum of 3+ years at a Controller/Senior Staff Accountant level and current accounting certifications
• Has an “executive presence” and excellent presentation skills.
• Experience with 501c(3) non-profit organizations and related legal requirements as it pertains to the club’s foundation.
• Experience working with volunteer Boards and committees is a plus.
• Proficiency in information technology for finance and accounting in the hospitality industry
• Demonstrated strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Charismatic, influential leadership with the ability to mentor and lead others.
• Ability to extract relevant inputs from key individuals across varied functions and experience levels to ensure well-informed forecast and analysis and anticipate key sensitivities.
• Excellent financial reporting and accounting skills, including financial disclosures.
• Working knowledge of Jonas club accounting/information systems
• Ability to manage internal payroll processing using ADP
• Excellent financial forecasting skills, including probability analysis.
• Positive attitude and contribution to an inclusive and engaging work environment
• Experience in a member-owned country club environment is a plus.
• Stewardship to ensure financial stability by operating a well-managed and fiscally responsible process.

BENEFITS:    

Ridglea Country Club offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• HRA Reimbursement
• Life insurance
• Short- term & Long-term disability
• Paid time off
• Employee meals
• Pro Shop discounts
• And more!

Equal Opportunity Employer