Regional Controller

About us:

At Waterford Hotel Group we pride ourselves on cultivating a workplace that feels like home and brings out the best in you, each and every day. We will celebrate your successes, appreciate your strengths, and offer an environment where each of us can truly be ourselves. We provide competitive compensation and benefits, a tight-knit and supportive work environment, plus numerous opportunities for professional development and advancement. Come for a JOB, stay for a CAREER.

Regional Controller Overview:

Waterford Hotel Group is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Regional Controller to oversee financial operations across a diverse portfolio of hotels. This individual will serve as a strategic partner to property leadership and corporate teams, ensuring financial integrity, compliance, and profitability. The Regional Controller will provide guidance and leadership in all aspects of accounting, forecasting, budgeting, and financial analysis to support both short- and long-term business goals.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a rapidly growing hospitality management company that prides itself on fostering career development, innovation, and a strong culture of excellence.

Responsibilities include:

• Provide financial oversight, support, and training to Directors of Finance, Controllers, and property-level accounting teams across the region.
• Partner with General Managers, Regional Hotel Directors, and Corporate Leadership to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, forecasting, and budget preparation.
• Monitor and analyze financial performance, identifying risks and opportunities to improve profitability.
• Ensure compliance with Waterford Hotel Group policies, GAAP, and all brand/ownership reporting requirements.
• Review balance sheets, income statements, and monthly/quarterly financial packages for accuracy and consistency.
• Lead annual budget and capital planning processes for assigned hotels.
• Conduct property visits to audit financial practices, provide guidance, and support operational efficiency.
• Mentor and develop finance leaders, building strong bench strength for the region.
• Partner with corporate HR and leadership on staffing, training, and succession planning within the finance discipline.
• Act as the primary liaison with ownership groups, auditors, and external stakeholders for financial matters.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; MBA or CPA strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 7–10 years of progressive hotel finance/accounting experience, including multi-property oversight.
• Proven track record of leadership in hospitality finance with strong analytical, organizational, and mentoring skills.
• Deep knowledge of GAAP, hotel accounting practices, and financial systems.
• Experience with hotel brand financial reporting systems (Marriott, Hilton, IHG, etc.) preferred.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and with ownership groups.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to provide strategic financial insights to drive business results.
• Must be able to pass a background check.
• Ability to travel regularly to assigned properties within the region.

Benefits

HEALTH AND WELLNESS

Health Insurance is available on the first of the month after hire!

We value the health and wellness of you and your family. Full time associates can enroll in medical, dental and vision coverage and part-time associates averaging 17.5 hours a week can enroll in dental and vision coverage. Everyone’s needs are different and there is something for everyone with numerous supplemental insurances to choose from.

We know that life gets in the way, and YOU deserve to recharge. 

Full-time associates receive paid time off within the first 90 days of employment. We also offer paid holidays for eligible associates. If you stick with us for five years or more, enjoy paid days off for your Birthday and Employment Anniversary date!

EXCITING EXTRAS

On Demand Pay - Why wait for pay day – get your pay when you need it 24/7.

Pet Insurance - We cover the whole family, and all associates are eligible for discounted pet insurance.

401k Plan - Nobody wants to work forever, start planning for your future now.

Hotel Discounts - It’s one of the biggest industry perks.

Shoes for Crews - All associates are eligible for a shoe subsidy through Shoes for Crews.

For more information, please visit our website at waterfordhotelgroup.com

EOE/M/F/D/V