Sugarloaf Assistant Controller

Overview

Ever wanted your career in accounting to come with a mountain view? At Sugarloaf, unique sets of numbers tell our story - lift tickets, lodging, dining, retail, and everything in between. We’re looking for an Assistant Controller who’s ready to have influence over the financial health of our four-season resort in a workplace setting like no other.

This role is the right fit for you if you are looking to….

• Lead with purpose: oversee budgeting, forecasting, and reporting that directly shape resort operations.
• Grow your career: step in for the Controller when needed and build a track record of resort-level financial leadership.
• Mentor a team: manage and develop direct reports in a hands-on leadership capacity.
• Work where you play: Sugarloaf’s mountain lifestyle means skiing, hiking, and community right outside your office door.
• Be a part of something bigger: contribute to guest experience, resort safety, and a positive tight-knit workplace culture.
  
  

This full-time, year-round role comes with exceptional perks, is benefit eligible, and is anticipated to start within a wage range of $75,000 to $85,000 (depending upon experience). Apply today and help shape the financial future of one of Maine’s premier four-season resorts.

Responsibilities

• Prepare reports forecasting business activity and financial position across income, expenses, earnings, and cash flow.
• Provide leadership with timely, accurate reviews of financial status and progress across resort programs.
• Direct daily, monthly, quarterly, and yearly reporting compliance, developing controls and procedures along the way.
• Review cash disbursements, resolving discrepancies and ensuring adherence to established procedures.
• Coordinate audits of company accounts.
• Develop and monitor operating budgets — setting seasonal targets and partnering with teams to meet them.
• Lead and support direct reports, including seasonal team members, through training and coaching.
• Step in for the Controller when needed, and take on other duties as assigned by the Controller and Resort GM.
  
  

Qualifications

The ideal candidate for this role will have:

• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (required); MBA or CPA preferred.
• 3-5 years of progressive experience in accounting or finance.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Experience with operational budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop accounting staff.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong proficiency across Microsoft Office.
• A self-starter mindset — comfortable managing multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
  
  

Experience in ERP conversion and implementation is a plus but not required.

Full-Time, Year-Round Team Member Benefits Include

• Eligibility for Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance as well as paid time off
• Eligible for enrollment in our 401K and Life Insurance programs
• Free lift pass for skiing and/or riding for self and family (at all Boyne Resorts)
• Discounted use of our nationally ranked 18-hole golf course for self and family
• Discounts for resort amenities such as ski/snowboard lessons and equipment rentals; discounts at all resort F&B and Retail locations
• Access to Nordic trails and discounted equipment rentals at our Outdoor Center location
• Discounted passes at other partner resorts