Created in 1983, Rim Hospitality has evolved into a recognized leader in the hotel industry with offices in Modesto and Newport Beach, California, Dallas, Texas and Washington, DC. At Rim Hospitality, "we go beyond your expectations." We are a passionately led hotel management company committed to aggressive growth where colleagues flourish, guests return, and hotel owners are rewarded. Our mission is achieved by adhering to fundamental management principles - integrity, excellence, passion, compassion, innovation, and service. The spirit of our business culture is to turn vision into action.

As hotel developers, owners and managers, we understand the ins and outs of operating a hotel, and go the extra mile to help hotels excel in a competitive marketplace. Our positive energy and heartfelt enthusiasm shines in everything we do. With leading-edge proprietary technology and "outside the box" programs, Rim Hospitality offers progressive hotel management services that ensure our hotels reach their operating potential from the front desk to the bottom line.

One of Rim Hospitality's many objectives is creating a rewarding work experience for all of our colleagues. We act with integrity and expect that from each team player. At Rim Hospitality to "be hospitable" is not just a philosophy within our hotels, it is a philosophy we extend throughout every level of our organization. Whether you're in housekeeping or finance, at Rim Hospitality you'll be empowered, recognized for your contributions, and have the opportunity to grow your career.

SUMMARY:

The Sheraton Universal is seeking a bilingual English/Chinese Controller. This position will manage company's accounting activities. The following reflects management's definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.

• Manages all accounting functions including but not limited to accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll and purchasing
• Reviews, evaluates and implements accounting systems, policies, and procedures
• Ensures all financial reports are prepared in a timely and accurate manner
• Prepares and present financial statements and related reports including but not limited to balance sheets, income statements, cash-flow reports, and variance analysis
• Supervises monthly balancing of books and monthly account review; prepares and presents monthly financial statements
• Supervises and manages company's profit sharing/401K program. Interfaces with financial brokers as well as third party administrator to ensure all facets are functioning according to federal and state regulations
• Coordinates annual independent audit and preparation of annual tax documents
• Assists in budget preparation with CEO/COO, reviews budget proposals and prepares necessary supporting documentation and justification for proposed budgets
• Provides management with timely review of organization's financial status and progress
• Ensures compliance with statutory payroll and property tax reporting
• Monitors receivables to ensure credit risk is mitigated
• Oversees accounts payable function including but not limited to compliance with expense reporting, capitalization policy, and purchase order procedures
• Hires, trains, supervises, motivates and develops accounting and finance managers; manages schedules and workflow
• Assists with special projects as required

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervises accounting clerks, supervisors, and manager(s)

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree (B.A./B.S.) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school; or five to seven year's related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must be proficient in MS Word, Excel, Power Point and ACPAC; type 55-60 wpm, 10-key by touch, and strong analytical experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze and interpret common technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from guests, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to write communication for presentations regarding the hotel and services available. Ability to present information to senior management or public groups.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to work mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference and fundamentals of math. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations. Ability to analyze financial data and complete detailed financial reports.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to define problems collects data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a colleague to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the colleague is regularly required to walk, talk and hear. The colleague is occasionally required to taste or smell. The colleague is occasionally required to stand, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and reach with hands and arms. The colleague must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a colleague encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

EOE M/F/D/V.

Compensation based upon experience. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

BILINGUAL IN ENGLISH AND CHINESE REQUIRED

ALL APPLICANTS MAY SEND THEIR RESUME DIRECTLY TO: svelez@sheratonuniversal.com