Assistant Controller

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting & Analysis: Assist with the preparation of accurate and timely monthly financial statements, variance analysis, and management reports. Support month-end and year-end close processes.


• General Ledger & Reconciliations: Oversee and perform general ledger maintenance, account reconciliations, journal entries, and balance sheet analysis.


• Budgeting & Forecasting: Support the development and monitoring of annual budgets, forecasts, and financial plans. Provide analytical support for cost control and revenue optimization initiatives.


• Internal Controls & Compliance: Maintain strong internal controls, ensure compliance with GAAP, tax regulations, and company policies. Assist with audits (internal and external) and prepare supporting documentation.


• Accounts Payable/Receivable & Cash Management: Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll interface, and cash management processes. Administer house banks and conduct audits as needed.


• Team Leadership: Supervise and develop accounting staff, including training and performance management. Collaborate with department heads across the resort on financial matters.


• Systems & Process Improvement: Utilize hotel accounting systems (e.g., Delphi, Opera, or similar) to streamline processes, improve efficiency, and ensure data integrity.


• Special Projects: Support the Controller with financial modeling, capital expenditure tracking, tax filings, and other ad-hoc projects as required.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: Minimum 3–5 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or Assistant Controller role. Hotel or resort hospitality experience strongly preferred.


• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required. CPA or CMA preferred.


• Skills: Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, budgeting, and internal controls. Proficiency with hotel accounting systems, Microsoft Excel (advanced), and general ledger software. Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.


• Personal Attributes: High attention to detail, integrity, and a proactive problem-solver. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and work collaboratively with operations teams.


• Keys-Specific: Must live in or be willing to relocate to the Florida Keys area. Flexible schedule to support month-end deadlines. Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary


• Comprehensive benefits package including employer-subsidized Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance


• 401(k) Savings Plan with competitive matching


• Paid Time Off, holidays, and potential paid parental leave


• Health & wellness benefits, ongoing training, and professional development through EOS Hospitality leadership programs


• Resort perks including meals during shifts, employee discounts, sister property hotel discounts, and housing assistance where available

Equal Employment Opportunity

Hawks Cay Resort is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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