Controller

Full-Time

Choice Hotels International, Inc (NYSE: CHH) is one of the largest lodging franchisors in the world. A challenger in the upscale segment and a leader in midscale and extended stay, Choice® has more than 7,400 hotels, representing over 625,000 rooms, in 45 countries and territories. A diverse portfolio of 22 brands that run the gamut from full-service upper upscale properties to midscale, extended stay and economy enables Choice® to meet travelers' needs in more places and for more occasions while driving more value for franchise owners and shareholders. The award-winning Choice Privileges® loyalty program and co-brand credit card options provide members with a fast and easy way to earn reward nights and personalized perks. For more information, visit www.choicehotels.com. 

The ability to model Choice’s Cultural Values: Welcome and Respect Everyone, Be Bold, Be Quick, Listen, Be Curious and Show Integrity are key to our success in inspiring Loyalty, Growth, and the Hospitality Spirit.

Our managed hotels portfolio includes Radisson Blu, Radisson, Radisson Red, Park Plaza, and Country Inn & Suites by Radisson.

The Radisson Hotel La Crosse is looking for a Controller to join our Accounting Team! 

SHIFT:

Hybrid Schedule| Full-Time, normal business hours

WHAT WE OFFER:

Our quirky group offers a break from the repetition, with no two days that are ever the same. We are pleased to offer:

Day 1, we are pleased to offer:

• Competitive Vacation and Personal Time

• 8 Paid Holidays

• Flexibility in work from office and home combination

• Flexibility in scheduling

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

After the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment, we are pleased to offer:

• Excellent benefits package including, health, dental, vision, long term disability, pet insurance, and so much more!

• Employer paid AD&D

• Employer paid Life Insurance

• Employer paid Short Term Disability

• Employer HSA contribution

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participates in the development of finance and accounting strategies which are aligned with the overall objectives of the hotel

• Monitors status and recommends adjustments to strategies as appropriate

• Participates in developing the annual budget

• Assures compliance with internal controls, policies and procedures

• Ensures that all work is accurate, timely and done in accordance with Choice Hotels standards

• Supervises and participates in the operation of the accounting department

• Oversees training and cross-training of accounting staff

• Assures compliance with internal controls, policies and procedures

REQUIREMENT/SKILLS:

• Minimum of five years of progressive finance management experience in a hotel setting

• Professional certification (e.g. CPA) or equivalent level experience required

• Bachelors degree required

• Able to collaborate effectively with other hotel employees and managers to ensure teamwork

• Able to resolve conflicts with supervisors and employees

• Advanced knowledge of accounting, finance and hospitality profession

• Experience with accounting software

• Advanced experience with Microsoft Office Suite

• Strong analytic skills

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Required to stand, sit, and walk for extended periods of times

• Lift, carry, or otherwise move and use force or exertion up to 75 lbs.

• Use of manual dexterity of common office equipment, such as but not limited to computers, printers, phones ect.

Ability to model Choice’s Cultural Values: Welcome and Respect Everyone, Be Bold, Be Quick, Listen, Be Curious and Show Integrity are key to our success in inspiring Loyalty, Growth, and the Hospitality Spirit.

Choice Hotels International is an equal opportunity employer and affirmative action employer. Employment practices and decisions are not influenced by an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or express, disability veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, this offer of employment is conditional upon your presenting documents verifying your identity and legal authorization to work in the United States.  All offers of employment are conditional upon the satisfactory completion of a background check and E-Verify.