What are the responsibilities and job description for the Financial Controller position at America's Outdoor Adventure Park?
Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and highly skilled Financial Controller to lead our financial operations and ensure the integrity of our financial reporting. This pivotal role involves overseeing all accounting functions, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and driving straODYSSEY RESORTS | CAREER
OPPORTUNITIES
PROPERTY CONTROLLER (EXECUTIVE FINANCIAL LEADERSHIP)
Executive Position Portfolio & Recruitment Guide
Primary Location: Flagship Luxury Resort Destination — Jay, Oklahoma
Employment Status: Full-Time | Exempt | Executive Leadership Team
Financial Scope: $60,000 – $80,000 Base Salary Annual Performance Bonus (DOE)
1 SECTION 1: THE OPPORTUNITY
Odyssey Resorts is an expanding hospitality company dedicated to creating exceptional, pre-
mium outdoor experiences. Combining luxury accommodations with elevated guest service
and outdoor adventure, we are building a brand known for its operational excellence and high-
hospitality standards. We are looking for high-integrity leaders who want to help build a lasting
company and contribute directly to our long-term scalability.
We are seeking an experienced, growth-minded Property Controller to join our Executive
Leadership Team at our flagship resort in Northeast Oklahoma. This is a critical position offering
senior-level accountability, combining comprehensive corporate controllership functions with
active strategic business partnership. We are looking for a systems-driven financial leader who
thrives on building scalable controls, managing cash-flow models, and serving as a strategic
business partner to operations and ownership.
2 SECTION 2: KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY
- Financial Reporting & Month-End Close: Directly oversee the general ledger, managing
the property month-end close cycle (≤ 10 business days) and publishing accurate, GAAP-
compliant financial packages.
- Treasury & Cash Flow Management: Maintain and update our rolling 13-week cash flow
forecast, manage banking relationships, and strategically prioritize payment schedules.
- Internal Controls & Segregation: Architect, enforce, and audit robust internal controls
to protect property assets, maintain audit-ready general ledgers, and ensure regulatory
compliance.
- AP & Payroll Oversight: Supervise accounts payable aging processes and coordinate the
review, verification, and timely biweekly processing of property payroll.
- Strategic Partnership: Coach, mentor, and align non-financial resort department man-
agers to understand, manage, and take ownership of their operational budgets.
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ODYSSEY RESORTS — RECRUITMENT COLLATERAL EXECUTIVE RECRUITMENT
3 SECTION 3: THE COMPREHENSIVE CANDIDATE PROFILE
Our ideal candidate combines a strong background in technical accounting with robust business
acumen. We are looking for an analytical executive who:
- Takes personal pride in developing organized, dependable systems and scalable processes.
- Naturally analyzes operational workflows and identifies areas to optimize expense struc-
tures.
- Communicates financial information clearly and patiently to non-financial team leaders.
- Maintains the highest ethical standards of integrity, professional accountability, and ab-
solute confidentiality.
4 SECTION 4: MINIMUM PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related business field.
- Experience: Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting or finance leadership expe-
rience.
- Operational Acumen: Strong background in budgeting, forecasting, cash management,
internal controls, and general ledger reconciliation.
- Industry Exposure: Prior experience in hospitality, resorts, casinos, hotels, or multi-department
operations is highly valued but not required.
- Technical Competency: High proficiency with Excel and modern accounting/ERP software
integrations.
5 SECTION 5: SYSTEM COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION & RETENTION OFFERS
- Base Compensation: $60,000 – $80,000 annually (DOE)
- Annual Bonus Track: Structured performance-based bonus up to 10% of base salary
- Paid Time Off (PTO): Comprehensive paid time off package
- Health Care Benefit: Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA)
- Career Development: Dedicated professional support and clear path to Director of Finance
6 SECTION 6: DIRECT EXECUTIVE APPLICATION PROCESS
If you are looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful, lasting impact—not simply man-
age the accounting function—we would welcome the opportunity to speak with you. Submit
your resume and cover letter directly through the Odyssey Resorts Careers Portal or email us
at careers@odyssey-resorts.com.tegic financial planning to support organizational growth. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in both public and private sector accounting, with expertise in international standards such as IFRS and GAAP, as well as experience managing diverse financial teams. Join us to play a key role in shaping our financial future while fostering a culture of accuracy, transparency, and continuous improvement.
Responsibilities
- Lead the preparation and analysis of financial statements in accordance with IFRS, GAAP, and other regulatory requirements, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Oversee all aspects of accounting operations, including general ledger reconciliation, accounts payable and receivable, payroll, and cost accounting analysis.
- Manage the financial close process, including month-end and year-end closing activities, balance sheet reconciliation, and journal entries.
- Ensure compliance with SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley Act) controls and other regulatory frameworks relevant to nonprofit, governmental, and international accounting standards.
- Develop and maintain robust internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure regulatory compliance across all financial activities.
- Supervise and mentor the finance team, fostering professional development while managing workload distribution effectively.
- Oversee cash management strategies, treasury functions, budgeting processes, forecasting activities, and financial analysis to support strategic decision-making.
- Prepare comprehensive financial reports for internal stakeholders and external regulators or auditors; write detailed financial reports that clearly communicate findings.
- Implement and optimize accounting systems and software solutions to enhance efficiency; analyze Excel data for insights that inform business strategies.
- Coordinate with external auditors during audits; ensure all documentation is complete for regulatory reporting purposes.
Qualifications
- Proven experience as a Financial Controller or similar senior finance leadership role within nonprofit or governmental sectors.
- Extensive knowledge of IFRS, GAAP, SOX compliance, and regulatory reporting standards.
- Strong expertise in international accounting practices including governmental accounting principles.
- Demonstrated ability managing accounting teams effectively while promoting professional growth.
- Proficiency in accounting software systems and advanced Excel data analysis skills.
- Solid understanding of financial concepts such as double entry bookkeeping, debits & credits, balance sheet reconciliation, account analysis, and general ledger management.
- Experience with cost accounting analysis, accounts payable/receivable management, payroll processing, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to write detailed financial reports clearly explaining complex concepts.
- Strong analytical skills combined with a proactive approach to problem-solving within a fast-paced environment.
Join our organization to lead our financial operations with energy and precision! We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where your expertise will directly impact our mission’s success while supporting your professional growth every step of the way.
Pay: $60,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
Salary : $60,000 - $80,000