Job Title: Corporate Controller
Location: San Diego Downtown (in-office only 2-3x/month)

About Us
Come work for a nationally recognized hotel management company overseeing a diverse portfolio of branded and independent hotels across multiple markets. Known for operational excellence and strong owner relationships, we are seeking an experienced Corporate Controller to lead financial reporting, accounting operations, and internal controls at the corporate level.

Position Summary
The Corporate Controller will oversee all accounting functions for the company’s hotel portfolio and corporate entities. This role partners closely with executive leadership, asset management, ownership groups, and property-level finance teams to ensure accurate financial reporting, compliance, and scalable accounting processes in a multi-entity hospitality environment.

Key Responsibilities

Lead corporate and property-level accounting operations across a multi-hotel portfolio

Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close and consolidated reporting

Ensure accurate, timely financial statements in accordance with GAAP

Manage and develop corporate accounting staff and property controllers

Establish, maintain, and enhance internal controls and accounting policies

Oversee cash management, banking relationships, and treasury functions

Coordinate annual audits, tax filings, and regulatory compliance

Partner with operations, asset management, and ownership on financial strategy

Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning

Evaluate and implement accounting systems and process improvements

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA preferred)

8+ years of progressive accounting leadership experience

Strong hospitality accounting background (hotel management company or ownership experience required)

Deep knowledge of GAAP and multi-entity consolidation

Experience overseeing multiple properties and corporate entities

Advanced Excel and financial reporting skills

Proven leadership, communication, and team development abilities

Preferred Experience

CPA designation

Experience with hotel accounting systems (e.g., M3, Sage Intacct, Oracle, Yardi)

Experience working with REITs, private equity, or institutional hotel owners

Exposure to acquisitions, new hotel openings, or portfolio transitions

What We Offer

Competitive executive compensation and performance bonus

Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401(k))

Executive-level visibility and influence within the organization

Opportunity to lead and scale accounting operations for a growing portfolio

Collaborative leadership culture and long-term career growth

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected Veterans

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