Controller

About the role

The Controller will oversee SEC filings and U.S. GAAP reporting while maintaining compliance with REIT requirements. This position offers significant visibility and hands-on involvement in corporate consolidation, transaction accounting, and internal controls within a lean, collaborative organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead preparation of quarterly and annual SEC filings (10-Q, 10-K, 8-K, earnings releases)
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and REIT tax requirements
• Oversee consolidation and financial reporting for multiple hotel assets and joint ventures
• Partner with auditors, tax advisors, and management to maintain reporting quality
• Contribute to M&A and refinancing transaction accounting
• Enhance accounting controls, reporting systems, and process efficiency

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA strongly preferred
• 3-5+ years of experience with a public company or public accounting firm auditing public clients
• Experience with small-cap public companies, SEC reporting, and SOX-lite environments
• Strong technical knowledge of GAAP, consolidation, and revenue recognition
• Prior exposure to REITs or hospitality clients ideal
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills