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Let’s see if we’re a fit. We hope so.\nReporting to the VP of Finance, this position is responsible for overseeing the finance and accounting for a portfolio of vacation rental properties and condominium associations. The role supports several vacation rental units across multiple condominium associations in Anna Maria Island, Florida. The position can either be located in the Anna Maria Island vicinity or in Tampa, Florida.The Controller position leads a staff accountant and ultimately is responsible for the month end close, the vacation rental owner monthly distribution statements and payments, accounts receivable, accounts payable, sales and occupancy tax compliance, budgeting and forecasting, balance sheet reconciliations, cash management, financial controls and overall financial management.\nThe position is a key partner to the Operations team supporting the vacation rental portfolio, the board members of the Condominium Associations, and vacation rental owners.\nWhat you’ll do:\nAccounting & Financial Reporting\nThe monthly preparation of vacation rental property owner distribution statements and payments\nOversee Accounts Receivable activities, including condominium association and intercompany billing, collections, and account reconciliation.\nOversee Accounts Payable activities..\nOversee the month-end financial close process, ensuring required accounting activities are completed accurately and within established deadlines.\nReview and coordinate the preparation and distribution of monthly financial reporting packages.\nEnsure balance sheet reconciliations are completed accurately, supported by appropriate documentation, and reviewed within established deadlines.\nResearch and resolve accounting discrepancies, unusual transactions, and reconciliation differences.\nMaintain accurate and timely accounting records in accordance with company policies and established accounting procedures.\nTax & Regulatory Compliance\nPrepare and/or coordinate monthly sales tax and occupancy tax filings and ensure applicable taxes are properly collected or accrued, reconciled, and remitted within required deadlines.\nMonitor applicable property permits, licenses, and assigned vendor contracts to help ensure required documentation remains current.\nSupport compliance with applicable local requirements, company policies, and established accounting procedures.\nCash Management & Internal Controls\nMonitor bank account balances and execute approved internal account transfers as necessary.\nMaintain a strong accounting control environment designed to safeguard company, association, and owner assets.\nPeriodically review accounting and operational processes to identify financial or internal-control risks and recommend corrective actions.\nMonitor compliance with established accounting controls and standard operating procedures in compliance with trust accounting rules.\nIdentify financial and operational issues, investigate root causes, and recommend practical solutions to the VP of Finance.\nBudgeting, Forecasting & Financial Support\nOversee and coordinate the preparation of annual budgets, financial forecasts, and applicable business planning activities for the assigned portfolio.\nMonitor financial performance and identify significant trends or variances requiring management attention.\nAdvise the VP of Finance regarding existing or emerging accounting, financial, and operating matters affecting the assigned portfolio.\nSupport property and operational leadership with financial information and analysis as needed.\nOwner & Association Support\nRespond professionally and timely to accounting and financial inquiries from owners, condominium associations, property leadership, and other stakeholders.\nParticipate in condominium association and owner meetings as required, providing financial information and accounting support within the scope of the position.\nBuild effective working relationships with association representatives, owners, property leadership, vendors, and internal business partners.\nLeadership & Administration\nProvide day-to-day supervision, direction, training, and support to accounting staff.\nCoach, develop, and evaluate accounting staff while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.\nReview assigned work for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to established deadlines and procedures.\nEstablish priorities and coordinate accounting workflows to ensure required financial deliverables are completed on schedule.\nTravel to association meetings, owner meetings, training sessions, and assigned properties as business needs require.\nPerform other related duties and special projects assigned.\nWhat you will have:\nAssociate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field and 7+ years of progressively responsible accounting experience; or an equivalent combination of education and directly relevant experience.\nVacation rental accounting experience, including trust accounting is highly preferred.\nCondominium association accounting experience is preferred.\nDemonstrated knowledge of month-end financial close and financial reporting processes required.\nWorking knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, balance sheet reconciliations, budgeting, forecasting, and financial controls.\nExperience preparing, reviewing, or supporting sales, occupancy, or other applicable lodging-related tax filings.\nExperience reviewing financial statements and identifying accounting discrepancies and financial variances.\nStrong written and verbal communication skills.\nPrevious experience with vacation rental software (Escapia, Guesty, Track, Breezeway, etc.)\nAbility to communicate patiently, tactfully, succinctly, and professionally with owners, association representatives, guests, vendors, operational leaders, and employees.\nAbility to organize multiple priorities and meet recurring financial and regulatory deadlines.\nCore Competencies\nFinancial acumen, analytical problem solving, planning & organization, communication, leadership and coaching\nPhysical Demand\nAbility to sit for extended periods of time\nAbility to work long hours as needed\nMust be able to travel to association meetings, owners meetings, and property visits as 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