Controller

Courtyard and TownePlace Suites Toronto Northeast Markham is seeking an experienced Controller with a strong hotel operations background to support our financial leadership team.

ABOUT EASTON’S GROUP OF HOTELS

Looking for a career change? Join one of Canada’s most successful and multicultural Hospitality companies, that strives to take your talent to the next level. With 19 hotels owned and managed by Easton’s Group of Hotels, and a further 6 in development, your passion, collaboration, and voice will be an excellent addition to our growing Organization. As a company, we strive to provide exceptional benefits, perks, and growth opportunities to all our employees. If you have a passion for exceptional service delivery, are results driven and appreciate recognition, Easton’s is your career partner of choice.

The Easton's team believes that excellence is achievable only in an environment that embraces and promotes Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (ED&I). Our company is challenging the way we work, think, and develop an inclusive workplace. Our commitment to ED&I allows us to achieve our vision and mission and ensure a more equitable future for all.

ABOUT THE HOTEL

Embark on a journey with Courtyard and TownePlace Suites Toronto Northeast Markham —the epitome of comfort, connectivity, and culinary delights. We are extending an invitation to you to join our exceptional team and contribute to the unparalleled experiences we offer.

Courtyard and TownePlace Suites Toronto Northeast Markham is a 299-room hotel, owned and operated by Easton's Group of Hotels. As Canada’s First Stacked dual-branded hotel, our location near Highway 404 provides seamless accessibility to Scarborough, Richmond Hill, North York, and Thornhill. Explore vibrant surroundings while delivering memorable staycations or productive business trips.

Courtyard and TownePlace Suites Toronto Northeast Markham is not just a hotel; it's a haven for both leisure and business travelers. If you are passionate about delivering exceptional service and creating cherished memories, we invite you to be part of a team that transcends expectations.

Join us for a journey where your dedication meets unparalleled hospitality, leaving an indelible mark on our guests' experiences. Let's create memorable moments together.

This hotel is operated under a license from Marriott International, Inc. or one of its affiliates.

ABOUT THE POSITION

Job Overview

To ensure accurate and timely preparation / distribution of financial information at the property and assist the General Manager by providing analysis / management information to assist in profit conversion while ensuring accurate and timely provision of information to corporate accounting.

Duties and Responsibilities

• To compile or where appropriate consolidate monthly / quarterly forecasts to achieve accurate forecasting of revenue and expenses by each department.
• To provide a timely summary of revenue and profit forecasts.
• To achieve full and accurate preparation of the monthly / quarterly financial statement identifying and providing guidance on any variances from budget.
• To prepare a financial statement as per accounting standards on a monthly / quarterly / semi-annual / annual basis.
• To prepare detailed monthly and year-end working paper files for audit or review purposes.
• To ensure full and proper use of the purchase order system by department managers
• To ensure all capital / major repairs are processed / authorized correctly.
• To ensure efficient accounts payable / accounts receivable / income audit / and cashiering functions completed on property within the guidelines of the company.
• To work with the General Manager and department managers to prepare the budget for presentation to operations working within the agreed time and format guidelines.
• To encourage team commitment to budget achievement providing proactive guidance and training as necessary to develop an understanding and use of financial results / reports.
• To participate with the General Manager in the monthly / quarterly financial review process by providing additional details.
• To provide management information to the General Manager to assist in timely and proactive business decisions.
• To recognize the importance of the role in maintaining ethical accounting practices with any deviations at the property level brought immediately to the attention of the Regional Controller, Hotels.
• To ensure adjustments to accounts are carried out / authorized as required
• To cooperate with internal and external auditors / consultants to achieve time and cost-efficient completion of visits.
• To ensure accurate filing of information (HST, MAT etc.)
• To maintain an orderly work environment and prompt access to information by authorized personnel.
• To provide training and / or assist in other properties as authorized by General Manager and Regional Controller, Hotels.
• Accurately accrue for items at month-end.
• Ensure verification and confirmation of daily cash and credit card deposits, with reconciliation of deposits against the front office system and bank records.
• Responsible for property cash floats and deposits to safes including the issuance of individual cash floats to required staff, spot-checking and regular counting of floats / safes in line with company policy.
• To prepare and check receipts of change orders to achieve the smooth running of departments.
• To maintain tracking for all paid-out expenditures including refunds to guests, per Company policy.
• To maintain tracking / documentation records for various items including (but not limited to) calculation / payout of gratuities, credit card, cash deposits, US cash deposits and no-shows.
• To alert the General Manager to cash shortages or deviation from Standards & Procedures laid down by the company.
• To assist in conducting accurate counting, recording, costing and extension of all food, liquor, and other inventory within the property as required by company policy with additional counts / proactive measures as necessary to address any shortfalls.
• To review and ensure full implementation of all accounting / cash / control-related procedures as laid down in Company policy.
• Any other duties as assigned by your manager.

Qualifications and Requirements

HEALTH AND SAFETY

Because safety is a management responsibility, managers are held directly accountable for safe work practices and control of physical hazards in their areas.

Duties And Responsibilities

COMPENSATION

Pay Rate

Benefits

Easton’s Group of Hotel is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, and protected veterans’ status. Accommodation is available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.