Experience

Cherry Hills Country Club

• United States
• Recreational Facilities
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Controller

  • Aug 2021 - Apr 2023



THE LITTLE CLUB, INC.

• United States
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Controller/CFO

  • Sep 2019 - Jul 2021

  Managing Accounting/HR department. Accomplishments: • Considerably reduced the timeline for monthly financials reporting, achieving consistent turnaround of only 6-8 business days after month end compared to 3 weeks previously. • Built all club budgets in excel from being on paper support only thereby improving budgeting process and accuracy. • Successfully managing the accounting for a major renovation of the club that lasted 6 months. • Implemented a new payroll system… Show more Managing Accounting/HR department. Accomplishments: • Considerably reduced the timeline for monthly financials reporting, achieving consistent turnaround of only 6-8 business days after month end compared to 3 weeks previously. • Built all club budgets in excel from being on paper support only thereby improving budgeting process and accuracy. • Successfully managing the accounting for a major renovation of the club that lasted 6 months. • Implemented a new payroll system, considerably improving reporting and payroll processing. • Transitioned efficiently to a new accounting system. Duties and responsibilities:  Directs financial and administrative operations of The Club in collaboration with the GM and Treasurer. Oversees and reviews biweekly payroll processing.  Manages all accounting operations including Cash Management, Billing, A/R, A/P, GL, Cost Accounting, Inventory Accounting and Revenue Recognition.  Maintains employee records and ensures that applicable federal, state, and local wages, workers compensation and related laws are followed.  Protects assets by establishing, monitoring and enforcing internal controls. Show less Managing Accounting/HR department. Accomplishments: • Considerably reduced the timeline for monthly financials reporting, achieving consistent turnaround of only 6-8 business days after month end compared to 3 weeks previously. • Built all club budgets in excel from being on paper support only thereby improving budgeting process and accuracy. • Successfully managing the accounting for a major renovation of the club that lasted 6 months. • Implemented a new payroll system… Show more Managing Accounting/HR department. Accomplishments: • Considerably reduced the timeline for monthly financials reporting, achieving consistent turnaround of only 6-8 business days after month end compared to 3 weeks previously. • Built all club budgets in excel from being on paper support only thereby improving budgeting process and accuracy. • Successfully managing the accounting for a major renovation of the club that lasted 6 months. • Implemented a new payroll system, considerably improving reporting and payroll processing. • Transitioned efficiently to a new accounting system. Duties and responsibilities:  Directs financial and administrative operations of The Club in collaboration with the GM and Treasurer. Oversees and reviews biweekly payroll processing.  Manages all accounting operations including Cash Management, Billing, A/R, A/P, GL, Cost Accounting, Inventory Accounting and Revenue Recognition.  Maintains employee records and ensures that applicable federal, state, and local wages, workers compensation and related laws are followed.  Protects assets by establishing, monitoring and enforcing internal controls. Show less



Wycliffe Golf & Country Club

• United States
• Hospitality
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Controller

  • 2015 - Sep 2019

  Managing the team of purchasing manager, A/R, A/P and assistant controller; reporting to CFO Directs, monitors, reports and interprets all accounting, reporting and budgetary aspects of the club's operation. Issues in a timely manner the monthly financial statements and other supporting schedules necessary. Reports matters of significance concerning club's finances to General Manager/COO, Chief Financial Officer and various Department Heads. Supervises the purchasing manager and… Show more Managing the team of purchasing manager, A/R, A/P and assistant controller; reporting to CFO Directs, monitors, reports and interprets all accounting, reporting and budgetary aspects of the club's operation. Issues in a timely manner the monthly financial statements and other supporting schedules necessary. Reports matters of significance concerning club's finances to General Manager/COO, Chief Financial Officer and various Department Heads. Supervises the purchasing manager and accounting department (Assistant Controller, A/R and A/P accountants) with the responsibility for hiring, training and developing. Prepares and posts journal entries. Reviews and approves all journal entries prepared by Assistant Controller, signs on all invoices for A/P processing and approves A/R adjustments. Reviews and prepares audit papers as required by external and internal auditors. Files monthly tax return and assists in the preparation of necessary information for yearly tax returns. Prepares balance sheet reconciliations, including but not limited to all bank account reconciliation. Assists and supervises the preparation of all department’s budgets working with Chief Financial Officer, General Manager and department heads to revise and adhere to budgetary guidelines. Directs, participates in and ensures the taking of inventories in the Club such as beverages, food, pro shop merchandise and supplies are performed in accordance to club policy. Provides continuing support and education to department heads on budget development and variance reporting. Training and guiding the purchasing manager to attain more efficient buying Assists in the maintenance of fixed asset inventory and works with Chief Financial Officer to ensure that accurate records are kept on all fixed assets, including, but not limited to additions and disposals. Show less Managing the team of purchasing manager, A/R, A/P and assistant controller; reporting to CFO Directs, monitors, reports and interprets all accounting, reporting and budgetary aspects of the club's operation. Issues in a timely manner the monthly financial statements and other supporting schedules necessary. Reports matters of significance concerning club's finances to General Manager/COO, Chief Financial Officer and various Department Heads. Supervises the purchasing manager and… Show more Managing the team of purchasing manager, A/R, A/P and assistant controller; reporting to CFO Directs, monitors, reports and interprets all accounting, reporting and budgetary aspects of the club's operation. Issues in a timely manner the monthly financial statements and other supporting schedules necessary. Reports matters of significance concerning club's finances to General Manager/COO, Chief Financial Officer and various Department Heads. Supervises the purchasing manager and accounting department (Assistant Controller, A/R and A/P accountants) with the responsibility for hiring, training and developing. Prepares and posts journal entries. Reviews and approves all journal entries prepared by Assistant Controller, signs on all invoices for A/P processing and approves A/R adjustments. Reviews and prepares audit papers as required by external and internal auditors. Files monthly tax return and assists in the preparation of necessary information for yearly tax returns. Prepares balance sheet reconciliations, including but not limited to all bank account reconciliation. Assists and supervises the preparation of all department’s budgets working with Chief Financial Officer, General Manager and department heads to revise and adhere to budgetary guidelines. Directs, participates in and ensures the taking of inventories in the Club such as beverages, food, pro shop merchandise and supplies are performed in accordance to club policy. Provides continuing support and education to department heads on budget development and variance reporting. Training and guiding the purchasing manager to attain more efficient buying Assists in the maintenance of fixed asset inventory and works with Chief Financial Officer to ensure that accurate records are kept on all fixed assets, including, but not limited to additions and disposals. Show less



Emirates Leisure Retail

• United Arab Emirates
• Hospitality
• 700 & Above Employee

• Senior Accountant- Team Leader Inventory & Payables

  • Aug 2011 - Aug 2014

  Supervising a team of 4 accountants, reporting to the group Finance Manager. - Timely submission of draft P&L for 100 Costa Coffee Outlets and 23 bars & restaurants. - Contributed to successfully implement a new ERP accounting system, (AX Microsoft Dynamics). - Key role in implementing a new inventory system , troubleshooting and solving day to day issues. - Established KPI reports sent monthly to Senior Management. - Training new accounting employees to successfully perform… Show more Supervising a team of 4 accountants, reporting to the group Finance Manager. - Timely submission of draft P&L for 100 Costa Coffee Outlets and 23 bars & restaurants. - Contributed to successfully implement a new ERP accounting system, (AX Microsoft Dynamics). - Key role in implementing a new inventory system , troubleshooting and solving day to day issues. - Established KPI reports sent monthly to Senior Management. - Training new accounting employees to successfully perform required tasks. - Reconciliation of inventory accounts and Supplier Accounts. - Consistently detecting areas of risk and communicating it to Ops managers. - Drafted SOPs to be followed for F&B related matters (exp. Wastages recording and controls) - Continuously liaising with chefs and ops managers to improve reporting procedures and controls. - Playing key role in troubleshooting system issues and working closely with IT department to solve issues. Show less Supervising a team of 4 accountants, reporting to the group Finance Manager. - Timely submission of draft P&L for 100 Costa Coffee Outlets and 23 bars & restaurants. - Contributed to successfully implement a new ERP accounting system, (AX Microsoft Dynamics). - Key role in implementing a new inventory system , troubleshooting and solving day to day issues. - Established KPI reports sent monthly to Senior Management. - Training new accounting employees to successfully perform… Show more Supervising a team of 4 accountants, reporting to the group Finance Manager. - Timely submission of draft P&L for 100 Costa Coffee Outlets and 23 bars & restaurants. - Contributed to successfully implement a new ERP accounting system, (AX Microsoft Dynamics). - Key role in implementing a new inventory system , troubleshooting and solving day to day issues. - Established KPI reports sent monthly to Senior Management. - Training new accounting employees to successfully perform required tasks. - Reconciliation of inventory accounts and Supplier Accounts. - Consistently detecting areas of risk and communicating it to Ops managers. - Drafted SOPs to be followed for F&B related matters (exp. Wastages recording and controls) - Continuously liaising with chefs and ops managers to improve reporting procedures and controls. - Playing key role in troubleshooting system issues and working closely with IT department to solve issues. Show less



Hyatt Hotels Corporation

• United States
• Hospitality
• 700 & Above Employee

• Cost Controller

  • Aug 2009 - Jun 2010

  Earned Hyatt Awards for outstanding performance • Led cost control analysis and reporting for 12 F&B outlets • Produced daily food and beverage flash costs with relevant analysis • Created new menus items/new prices configuration into the sales and inventory software • Revised and approved new menu recipes in coordination with executive chef • Prepared P&L for special banqueting events; oversaw month-end inventory • Assembled and posted all food and beverage journal… Show more Earned Hyatt Awards for outstanding performance • Led cost control analysis and reporting for 12 F&B outlets • Produced daily food and beverage flash costs with relevant analysis • Created new menus items/new prices configuration into the sales and inventory software • Revised and approved new menu recipes in coordination with executive chef • Prepared P&L for special banqueting events; oversaw month-end inventory • Assembled and posted all food and beverage journal entries for month-end closing into general ledger Show less Earned Hyatt Awards for outstanding performance • Led cost control analysis and reporting for 12 F&B outlets • Produced daily food and beverage flash costs with relevant analysis • Created new menus items/new prices configuration into the sales and inventory software • Revised and approved new menu recipes in coordination with executive chef • Prepared P&L for special banqueting events; oversaw month-end inventory • Assembled and posted all food and beverage journal… Show more Earned Hyatt Awards for outstanding performance • Led cost control analysis and reporting for 12 F&B outlets • Produced daily food and beverage flash costs with relevant analysis • Created new menus items/new prices configuration into the sales and inventory software • Revised and approved new menu recipes in coordination with executive chef • Prepared P&L for special banqueting events; oversaw month-end inventory • Assembled and posted all food and beverage journal entries for month-end closing into general ledger Show less



Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc.

• Hospitality
• 700 & Above Employee

• Cost Controller

  • Jun 2007 - Feb 2009

  Managed a team of 3 people and reported to the Corporate Cost Controller • Supervised monthly inventories in all F&B outlets • Produced monthly cost of sales reports • Prepared month end F&B closing journals for Sheraton hotel and Golf Club • Investigated inventory levels; conducted discrepancy reporting as needed • Prepared menu engineering reports and P&L event reports; corrected articles into sales software Managed a team of 3 people and reported to the Corporate Cost Controller • Supervised monthly inventories in all F&B outlets • Produced monthly cost of sales reports • Prepared month end F&B closing journals for Sheraton hotel and Golf Club • Investigated inventory levels; conducted discrepancy reporting as needed • Prepared menu engineering reports and P&L event reports; corrected articles into sales software



Crowne Plaza® Hotels & Resorts

• United States
• Hospitality
• 700 & Above Employee

• Purchasing Manager

  • May 2006 - May 2007

  Promoted to Purchasing Manager after 6 months of employment as Income Auditor • Constructed new P&P for all income-related matters; trained Night Auditor • Audited daily revenues; interfaced Micros-Opera and oversaw all sales reporting • Oversaw menu pricing, room rates, credit card charge backs • Headed spot checks of the cashiers, in-room minibar, and additional charges Promoted to Purchasing Manager after 6 months of employment as Income Auditor • Constructed new P&P for all income-related matters; trained Night Auditor • Audited daily revenues; interfaced Micros-Opera and oversaw all sales reporting • Oversaw menu pricing, room rates, credit card charge backs • Headed spot checks of the cashiers, in-room minibar, and additional charges



The Breakers Palm Beach

• United States
• Hospitality
• 700 & Above Employee

• Assistant Cost Controller

  • Nov 2003 - May 2005

  Completed hotel management trainee program (subsequently promoted to above position.) • Managed monthly outlet inventories; prepared weekly food and beverage cost of sales reporting • Analyzed discrepancies and high cost of sales: communicated concerns with outlet supervisors • Developed enhanced training manual for F&B cost control department; trained new employees Completed hotel management trainee program (subsequently promoted to above position.) • Managed monthly outlet inventories; prepared weekly food and beverage cost of sales reporting • Analyzed discrepancies and high cost of sales: communicated concerns with outlet supervisors • Developed enhanced training manual for F&B cost control department; trained new employees