We are seeking an experienced and strategic Hotel Controller to oversee all financial hotel operations in British Columbia. Reporting to the CFO and working closely with ownership and corporate finance, the Controller will act as a trusted business partner, ensuring financial integrity, regulatory compliance, and strong financial performance in a dynamic luxury hospitality environment.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Leadership & Strategy
- Provide strategic financial insight to support operational and commercial decision-making.
- Partner with the General Manager and department leaders to drive profitability, cost efficiency, and long-term financial sustainability.
- Lead the annual budgeting process, rolling forecasts, and long-range financial planning.
- Accounting & Financial Reporting
- Oversee all accounting operations including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, cash management, and capital asset accounting.
- Prepare timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with Canadian GAAP and corporate standards.
- Ensure accurate revenue recognition across rooms, food & beverage, spa, retail, and events.
- Look after the financial requirements ownership
Controls, Compliance & Risk Management
- Maintain robust internal controls to safeguard hotel assets and ensure financial accuracy.
- Ensure full compliance with British Columbia provincial legislation, including:
- Employment Standards Act (BC)
WorkSafeBC Requirements
- PST, GST, and municipal hotel taxes (MRDT)
- Coordinate and lead external audits, tax filings, and statutory reporting.
- Act as primary liaison with banks, auditors, insurance, legal and regulatory authorities.
- Review Annual Hotel Contracts
Operational Finance
- Collaborate with department heads to manage labor costs, operating expenses, and productivity benchmarks in a unionized and/or non-union environment.
- Monitor inventory, purchasing controls, and vendor contracts to ensure compliance with corporate and brand standards.
- Evaluate capital expenditure requests and track ROI on approved projects.
Leadership & Talent Development
- Lead, mentor, and develop the hotel finance team, fostering a positive culture of accountability, accuracy, and service excellence.
- Ensure proper training on financial policies, systems, and internal controls.
Requirements
Qualifications & Experience
- CPA designation required (CPA, CA / CPA, CMA / CPA, CGA).
- Minimum 5–8 years of progressive accounting or finance experience, preferably within luxury or full-service hotels in Canada.
- Strong working knowledge of BC-specific payroll, labor, and tax regulations.
- Experience with hotel accounting and property management systems (e.g., Sage, SAP, Oracle, Opera, or similar).
- Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills.
- Strong written and verbal English required.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong business acumen with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset
- Hands-on leader with exceptional attention to detail
- Ability to communicate complex financial information to non-financial leaders
- High integrity, discretion, and professionalism
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, seasonal hospitality environment
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $70,000.00-$85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
