Assistant Controller

Are you an accounting professional with a passion for numbers and a love for the hospitality industry? Bay Harbor Yacht Club is seeking an Assistant Controller to join our dynamic team! In this key role, you'll support the Accounting Department by analyzing and monitoring club financials, ensuring our records are accurate and our policies are followed.

Bay Harbor Yacht Club, a private club located near Petoskey, MI, provides breathtaking views and exceptional service for both guests and members year-round. BHYC boasts several exquisite restaurants, multiple recreational outlets, and large event spaces, all situated on the Bay Harbor marina. We recently completed a multi-million-dollar renovation which included expanded summer seasonal dining, a new Grille Room, State of the Art Fitness Center, Aquatics Center and a Relaxation Spa!

The BHYC Benefits Package for full-time, year-round employees includes:

• FREE employee meals- lunch and dinner program
• Discounts on BHYC Retail and Spa merchandise
• On-the-job training- we train all skill levels!
• Employee referral program bonuses
• Educational Scholarship Opportunities
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Uniform Attire
• Flexible Scheduling
• Paid Time Off
• Medical Insurance (Club pays for 80% of single rate)
• Dental, Vision, Flex Spending, Aflac
• Company paid Long Term Disability and Life Insurance
• 401K matching
• BHYC Incentive Program
  
  
  

If you are looking for a fun place to work with some of the best views in Northern Michigan, look no further than Bay Harbor Yacht Club!

Job Duties:

• Assists Controller with managing and conducting internal and external auditing programs to assure records are accurately maintained and established policies and practices are satisfactorily and consistently followed.
• Assists Controller with month-end and year-end closing procedures, including reconciling of general ledger accounts.
• Assist with the preparation of monthly committee and board reports.
• Assist with the annual budget process.
• Monitor monthly inventories for food, beverage and retail merchandise.
• Assist with maintaining fixed asset schedules and project accounting.
• Process and post billings related to banquets, member events and other member activities, as well as making necessary adjustments to member accounts.
• Prepare and send monthly member statements.
• Process member payments and prepare bank deposits.
• Monitor accounts receivable and take action according to established club policies and procedures. Answer member questions regarding monthly statements.
• Work with the Membership Department to track and account for incoming and resigning members, as well as other reporting needs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from four-year college or university majoring in Accounting or Finance.
• Three to five years of professional accounting experience.
• Previous experience working in hospitality industry desired.
  
  
  

Job Competencies:

• High level of ethics and trustworthiness.
• Must be able to calculate figures and amounts for all bookkeeping, payroll, budgets, and statistical analysis.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Adobe, etc. required.
• Knowledge or prior use of Financial and Accounting Software Applications required.
• Knowledge of pertinent federal and state accounting laws and practices.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills to prioritize work activities required.
• Strong interpersonal skills required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills