Jody Jacobson Email & Phone Number

Lodi, Wi, Us

At Integrated Hospitality Consulting, we specialize in empowering hotels and management companies to navigate system implementations and optimize operations. We understand that not all hospitality businesses have the bandwidth to take on large projects, especially when faced with small teams or staff turnover. Our mission is to provide tailored support that ensures smooth transitions and operational efficiency through our comprehensive services, including project management, system integration, data migration, and customized training.At Integrated Hospitality Consulting we offer multiple services:Full-Service Project Management: Comprehensive support for system transitions, from planning to post-implementation.System Integration & Data Migration: Assistance in integrating new systems and ensuring smooth data transfer, including testing and mapping.Advisory & Strategic Consultation: High-level insights to assess current systems and develop future roadmaps.Post-Implementation Support: Ongoing troubleshooting, assessments, and optimization for smooth operations.Custom Workshops & Project Team Training: Creating Standard Operating Procedures and training specific to your property(s) needsDeep Understanding of Charts of Accounts: Expertise in navigating USALI 11 and 12 updates to ensure accurate financial reporting.Budget & Forecasting Assistance: Comprehensive support for developing and managing budgets and forecasts.Labor Management & KPI Reviews: In-depth analysis and recommendations to optimize workforce efficiency and performance metrics.One-Off Project Assistance & Mapping: Targeted support for small projects

As the Director of Client Relations at Professional Accounting Solutions, I am dedicated to building and nurturing long-term partnerships with clients in the hospitality industry. With a strong background in hotels, financial management and software applications, I leverage my expertise to deliver tailored solutions that enhance operational efficiency and drive business growth.I serve as the primary point of contact for key global clients. My focus is on understanding their unique business needs and providing strategic insights that help optimize their use of their solutions. By cultivating trusted relationships and fostering open communication, I ensure that our clients receive exceptional service and support.Passionate about empowering clients and teams, I strive to create a collaborative environment that drives innovation and achieves results. I am committed to enhancing client experiences and contributing to the success of their businesses in an ever-evolving industry landscape.

Led key operational aspects of the business, managing the development of integrations, accounting, and analytics systems.Managed projects across international markets, coordinating with third-party partners in Europe, and the Middle East.Supervised a project management team and worked with internal and external consultants, ensuring high levels of operational efficiency.Create technical design documents across multiple applications and scopes of work

Oversaw client engagements, leading project management initiatives to ensure seamless delivery of accounting and analytics software to global clients.Collaborated with financial leaders to develop strategies for improving financial reporting and profitability.Managed a team of 5 consultants, providing professional development and training to drive internal performance improvements.

Consulted with client leadership to design KPIs for monitoring critical financial factors, including labor hours, operating expenses, and revenue.Developed new revenue streams by identifying unmet market needs, expanding the company’s service offerings.Facilitated client training to ensure successful product adoption and usage, leading to improved client outcomes and satisfaction.

Led a team of consultants implementing Business Intelligence applications

As a Business Intelligence and Reports Implementation Consultant, I worked in helping hotel clients unlock the full potential of their data by implementing a Business Intelligence tools and reporting solutions. With a strong foundation in hotel's data analytics, financial reporting, and systems integration, I worked with hotels companies through the complexities of data transformation and visualization, ensuring they gain actionable insights that drive performance.

Madison, Wi

Led budgeting and forecasting for the corporate office and 11 propertiesDeveloped monthly and quarterly reporting for property owners and board members, providing clear insights into financial performance.Implemented company-wide financial initiatives, establishing standard expense benchmarks and improving underperforming properties.

Madison, Wisconsin Area

Partnered with senior leadership to evaluate property performance and propose cost-saving measures.Conducted P&L reviews, identified budget variances, and created forecasts to inform strategic decision-making.

Madison, Wisconsin Area

Reviewed P&Ls and analyzed financial statements for potential development and acquisition opportunities.Developed leadership training programs that improved financial decision-making and to reduce labor and operating costs

Madison, Wisconsin Area

Conducted in-depth financial analysis and due diligence on potential business development and acquisition opportunities, providing valuable insights to support strategic decision-making.Collaborated with the Regional VP, Corporate Directors, and property General Managers to review P&L statements, identifying variances and recommending actionable strategies to improve financial performance.Developed and implemented training programs for leadership teams, enhancing financial decision-making processes and reducing labor costs in key operational areas, including housekeeping.Streamlined budget processes by shortening the budget timeline by 14 days, enabling quicker responses to changing business conditions.Leveraged data analytics to support performance evaluations, ultimately contributing to improved operational efficiencies and cost savings across multiple properties.

Madison, Wisconsin Area

Developed and maintained comprehensive budgets for multiple properties, ensuring alignment with corporate financial objectives and operational goals.Collaborated with property managers and department heads to gather financial data, analyze variances, and produce accurate monthly and quarterly reports.Assisted in the preparation of annual budgets, providing detailed insights into revenue projections and expense management.Implemented streamlined reporting processes, enhancing the accuracy and timeliness of financial information shared with senior leadership and stakeholders.Conducted ad-hoc financial analyses to support strategic initiatives, enabling informed decision-making and identifying opportunities for cost savings across the organization.

Madison, Wisconsin Area

Managed all aspects of financial accounting for the resort, including general ledger maintenance, reconciliations, and month-end closing processes to ensure accurate financial reporting.Oversaw the preparation and analysis of financial statements, including P&L reports, balance sheets, and cash flow statements, providing insights to support management in decision-making.Collaborated with department heads to develop budgets and forecasts, monitoring expenditures and revenue against projections to identify variances and implement corrective actions.Implemented process improvements to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of accounting operations, resulting in a [specific percentage]% reduction in reporting time.Conducted audits of financial processes to ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory standards, maintaining integrity in financial reporting.Provided training and support to junior accounting staff, fostering a collaborative environment and enhancing team performance.

Mba, Accounting

Education record