Senior Controller – Hospitality Portfolio

About the role

Howard Financial is seeking a Senior Controller to lead the financial operations of its hospitality‑industry portfolio. You will partner with the Accounting Director to transform messy books into reliable, timely reporting for hotels, restaurants, and multi‑unit operators.

Key responsibilities

• Own the full month‑end close cycle for a defined set of clients, reconciling accounts and reviewing journal entries.
• Prepare accurate monthly P&L statements, cash‑flow summaries, and departmental reports tailored to hospitality operators.
• Manage complex payroll structures for tipped employees, multiple departments, and seasonal staff, ensuring all filings are complete and on time.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for client inquiries, communicating clearly and setting expectations.
• Document workflows, build checklists and SOPs, and reduce reliance on institutional knowledge.

Required profile

• 5–8 years of accounting experience, including at least 2 years in the hospitality sector.
• Strong command of GAAP and multi‑entity accounting.
• Exceptional attention to detail and clear written communication.
• Proactive mindset – identifies and resolves issues before they become problems.

Required skills

• GAAP compliance
• Multi‑entity accounting
• Hospitality‑specific payroll processing
• Familiarity with M3, QuickBooks, Restaurant365 or similar platforms