Hotel Champlain Burlington Curio Collection - Controller in Burlington, Vermont at Aimbridge Hospitality

Hotel Champlain Burlington Curio Collection - Controller

Step into the heart of our hotels financial engine as Controller. In this key Executive Committee role, youll lead budgeting, forecasting, profit and loss reporting, and month-end processes while overseeing audits, payroll, AP/AR, and tax compliance. With a strong focus on financial controls, accuracy, and profitability, youll help drive the hotels success with the support of a great team.

This role is perfect for you if you:

• Enjoy digging into financial data and understanding the "why" behind the numbers
• Thrive in environments where consistency and accountability matter
• Are comfortable interacting with department heads, hotel leadership, ownership groups, auditors, banks, and vendors

KEY SKILLS & RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Leadership & Performance

• Lead daily financial operations, including reporting, payroll, AP/AR, cash management, and audits
• Oversee month-end close, profit analysis, and variance reporting
• Develop budgets, forecasts, and annual operating plans with department leaders
• Ensure the accuracy of financial statements and monthly forecasts
• Identify trends, risks, and opportunities to improve profitability

Compliance, Controls & Risk

• Maintain strong financial controls to protect assets and sensitive data
• Manage tax collection, posting, reconciliation, and banking activities accurately
• Ensure compliance with reporting standards and documentation requirements
• Conduct regular balance sheet reviews to reduce risk and improve accuracy
• Support audit readiness and operational integrity across the hotel

Team Leadership & Collaboration

• Coach, mentor, and develop team members for strong performance
• Build effective cross-functional partnerships across departments
• Set clear expectations and provide ongoing feedback and accountability
• Promote professionalism, integrity, and ethical leadership
• Foster a collaborative culture that supports hotel performance

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelors degree in Finance or Accounting and 5+ years of finance leadership experience, ideally in hospitality or a similar industry
• Strong experience in budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and analysis
• Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop accounting teams
• Strong communication skills and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel, and hotel systems
• Strategic thinker with high integrity and the flexibility to meet business needs

After an initial waiting period, those hired into full time positions are eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes the following:

• Now offering Daily Pay! Ask your Recruiter for more details
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income
• Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k Retirement Plan

PROPERTY INFORMATION:
Welcome to Hotel Champlain Burlington, Curio Collection by Hilton. Unwind and explore Vermont from the ideal home base. Located where Lake Champlains natural beauty meets Burlingtons modern urban buzz. Discover a new neighborhood landmark that raises the bar in genuine and unexpected ways. A place where dreamers like you wake up every day to make their vision a realityand where theres always something new to excite you.

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