Controller
Renaissance Milwaukee West
Milwaukee, WI

Compensation: $70,000 per year

Description

Your Path Begins Here
Renaissance Milwaukee West, premium distinctive AAA Four Diamond hotel, is seeking an energized and collaborative Controller to join our Executive Team.

At Renaissance Hotels, inspiration comes from the unexpected. Embrace spontaneity and discovery and celebrate connection with the destination. Join a welcoming and motivated team of Ambassadors who embody the spirit and style of the local neighborhood.

The hotel is managed by Concord Hospitality Enterprises, one of the most respected franchisees in the industry. At Concord, our people are our greatest strength. We strive to create a culture that allows us to attract and retain the best people in the industry. It’s that culture that has built the outstanding team and has made us the successful company we are today.

Eldr+Rime, the restaurant adjacent to the hotel, loosely translated from old norse, means Fire+Ice. You will find that theme carried throughout – from our wood fire grills, fire-roasted food, smokey cocktails, and open raw bar. Our Scandinavian influenced design invites family, guests, strangers and friends to gather and come together. Outstanding food and drink curated by a culinary team that is passionate about delivering options that showcase depth, ingenuity, flavor and diversity. Whether it be an extensive wine list, a weekend brunch, a dinner of any size, or some of the most creative and tasty cocktails around, you’re sure to find something to enjoy at Eldr+Rime.

Here are some of the great benefits of working with us:

  • Competitive Pay
  • 3 Weeks of Paid Time Off Annually - Begin Accruing Immediately!
  • 7 Paid Holidays
  • Hotel and Travel Discounts Worldwide
  • Health, vision, and dental insurance - Multiple plan choices to best fit your needs - Eligible after 7 days of employment!
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Group life insurance (provided by the company)
  • Short-term disability (provided by the company)
  • Voluntary life insurance and long-term disability insurance
  • 401(k) with company contribution – free money!
  • Exclusive discounts on concert tickets, theme park passes, rental cars, and more
  • Verizon wireless discount
  • Free parking in structure and easy access to public transportation
  • Complimentary and discounted food and beverage
  • Safety shoe discount
  • Deeply discounted dry clean services
  • Clean and secure locker room for personal belongings
  • Personal and professional developmental opportunities; classroom training, online training, and educational assistance program

Role Summary:

  • The Controller is responsible for the property’s accounting and financial management requirements. Provides the General Manager with meaningful and timely information on the status of the hotel’s performance. Assists proactively with cost containment, revenue enhancement, profit improvement opportunities and safeguarding of the company’s assets.
Responsibilities:
  • As a member of the Executive Committee, oversee accounting and financial management of the property.
  • Provide the General Manager with timely and accurate data on which to make management decisions.
  • Compile accurate and meaningful financial statements.
  • Ensure proper controls are in place and monitor such controls.
  • Ensure the controls are minimizing losses and maximizing profits by retaining revenues, reducing expenses, and safeguarding hotel assets.
  • Coordinate budget preparation (in collaboration with Department Heads).
  • Prepare daily statements.
  • Post Ledger payments daily.
  • Process returned checks through Ledger and complete check requisition to reimburse bank. Send all returned checks that do not have valid credit card approval to collections immediately.
  • Clear Exec Off account daily. Verify division numbers on all departments.
  • Compile weekly reports.
  • Sign for, set up account for, and log advance deposits.
  • Answer guest questions (and conduct related research as necessary).
  • Post all charges, rebates, etc.
  • Administer 10-30 day calls on outstanding accounts.
  • Direct bill and maintain records for UPS, FED-EX, etc.
  • Handle credit card inquiries and charge backs. Reconcile credit card accounts.
  • Prepare and run write-off meetings at end of month.
  • Compile weekly status reports to sales and catering.
  • Process vouchers.
  • Formulate and execute a strategy to keep the Days Sales Credit Outstanding under 32 days.
  • Record all cashier overages and shortages. Publish cashier over/short daily to department heads and appropriate Leadership Team Members.
  • Participate in payroll processing and reporting.
  • Maintain open communication between subordinates, peers, and associates.
  • Participate in Leadership Team meetings, property MOD program, weekly staff meetings, monthly department and safety meetings.
  • Administer and maintain accurate records of necessary federal, state, and local reports as required by the applicable laws, franchise SOPs, and Concord/local operating procedures.
  • Report any deviations of hotel policies, procedures, legal requirements, and contractual obligations to the General Manager.
  • Generate annual department budget and monitors period profit and loss statement.
  • Reflect high standards of professionalism.
  • Learn, understand, and refer to standard operating procedures.
  • Follow safety and security procedures and rules.
  • Other duties as required.

Compensation:

  • The annual pay range for this position is $70,000-$75,000, depending on experience.

Why Concord?

Concord’s foundation is our 5 Key Cornerstones: Quality, Integrity, Community, Profitability, and Fun. We hire the best associates in the market and thus provide a great working environment for all. Enjoy a culture where you are valued, and our Associate First policy is a way of life. Utilize your hospitality talents with a Company that cares about you and your development.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Renaissance Milwaukee West

196 Room Hotel

Distinctive Style in Milwaukee West/Wauwatosa

When the Tailor meets the Seamstress, complexity and beauty transcend from the designer’s eye and translate into masculine vs feminine details and structured vs organic shaping. Simple forms from the tools of the trade shape the architecture of this eye-catching Milwaukee hotel and provide a backdrop to the visual lines that emphasize the art of garment construction. Offering sophisticated style and brilliant service, welcome to Renaissance Milwaukee West. Live curiously through culinary experiences at Eldr+Rime, an independent design inspired by the Scandinavian roots in the community. Minutes away from the charming Village, this Wauwatosa hotel is ideally situated in the Mayfair Mall shopping and fashion hub, where you can catch additional inspiration on style and entertainment. Immerse in other experiences at Miller Park, Historic Third Ward, Milwaukee County Zoo, Fiserv Forum and Wisconsin Expo Center. If you need to know where to go around town, one of our Navigators will help you on your journey.