Job Description
Job Description
We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead the full spectrum of financial activities for a multi-property marina operation in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. This position plays a central role in financial stewardship, combining day-to-day accounting leadership with forward-looking planning, compliance oversight, and business partnership. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, a hands-on management style, and the ability to turn financial data into practical guidance for operational and strategic decisions.
Responsibilities:
• Direct month-end close activities across all marina locations and deliver timely financial reporting to ownership groups and company leadership.
• Produce and review balance sheets, income statements, cash flow reporting, and other financial analyses that support sound business decisions.
• Lead oversight of payroll administration for domestic and international properties while ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance.
• Manage core accounting operations, including the general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable oversight, tax records, and supporting documentation.
• Supervise cash management processes, complete bank reconciliations, and monitor liquidity across the portfolio.
• Coordinate local, state, and federal tax filings, licensing requirements, insurance administration, and workers’ compensation matters.
• Strengthen internal controls and accounting procedures to improve accuracy, reduce risk, and support scalable growth.
• Partner with executive and operational leaders on budgeting, forecasting, cost management, and long-term financial planning.
• Oversee internal and external audit activities and support the financial onboarding of newly added marina properties.• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline; certification such as CPA is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience leading financial management functions, including budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and a solid background in audits, payroll, tax filings, and corporate accounting operations.
• Advanced proficiency with accounting systems, financial software, and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities with close attention to detail.
• Proven leadership and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across departments and explain financial results clearly.
• Ability to travel to property sites and balance remote responsibilities with on-site operational support.
• Industry experience in marinas, maritime operations, or hospitality is advantageous; Spanish language skills are a plus.