Controller

Company Description



GSI Executive Search, an Ethos Club & Leisure Alliance company, is a premier executive search firm specializing in the private club and hospitality industries across the United States. With over 30 years of experience and a team of seasoned professionals, GSI has successfully completed over 1,000 search assignments for more than 500 prestigious clubs and organizations. The firm brings deep industry expertise, a hands-on approach, and a steadfast commitment to ethics and integrity. GSI is dedicated to fostering long-term relationships, contributing to client growth and creating opportunities for professionals in the club and hospitality sectors. Its expertise spans club management, hospitality operations, and executive placement, making it a trusted partner in this niche industry.

Role Description

We are seeking a full-time, on-site Controller for The Reserve Club at Woodside Plantation in Aiken, South Carolina. The Controller will oversee the Accounting, Budgeting/Finance, HR and internal IT functions within the club, and will service/support all Club operations. This individual is responsible for the leadership, continued development and operation of an efficient accounting department. The candidate should be comfortable working in a dynamic office where everyone works together as a team. 

The Controller will collaborate with the General Manager/COO in providing analysis to support operations and strategic decisions. The Controller will submit for review to the General Manager/COO financial statements and specialized reports each month which highlight trends in operations. The Controller must understand the structure of a private club and be able to excel in a collaborative environment where the General Manager/COO and ownership work to reach a common goal. The candidate must have strong communication skills based on transparency and accounting best practices. The Controller is expected to support the club’s member service culture where all staff members, as a team, are focused on providing a premier club experience.

The Controller should be an active mentor who can align his/her team to meet the direction and vision of the General Manager/COO while executing the financial needs of the Club. The Controller reports to the General Manager/COO and supports the CMAA’s General Manager/COO concept with all departments reporting to the GM/COO. 

Requirements

•  Ability to work in a team–oriented club environment.
•  Excellent work ethic, leadership and communication skills.
•  Expert knowledge in club hospitality accounting functions, cash flow and project analysis.
•  Strong analytical skills and Excel skills with a high degree of error-free reporting.
•  Knowledge in Jonas is a distinct plus, as is the ability to learn and adapt quickly.
•  Recognition as a skilled teacher and mentor with a verifiable record of staff/team development and promotion from within.
•  A career path marked by stability and professional achievement.
•  Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred. Additional higher education and certifications a distinct plus.
•  Candidates must be within a commutable distance of the club.