Associate Director of Finance

HEI Hotels & Resorts • Houston, TX

2d

About The Position

Assist Director of Finance in directing the financial activities of the hotel, safeguarding the assets, and preparing all financial reports in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and HEI Hotels and Resorts Standards.

Requirements

• B.S. in Accounting
• One year experience in Hotel or Hospitality related Finance and Accounting
• Knowledge of Hotel Financial Statements and reconciliation of A and L accounts.
• Analytical approach to problems with high regard for detail and accuracy.
• Sound administrative and managerial skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, advanced Excel skills
• Have proficient training, coaching, and counseling abilities.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences, such as effectively communicating with supervisors, coworkers, public etc.

Responsibilities

• Perform all accounting functions in the event assistance is needed.
• Effectively schedule, monitor, and evaluate controllable departmental expenditures to stay within the restraints of the established budget through: labor management and purchasing control systems
• Establish and monitor scheduling of all accounting associates, including Night Audit.
• Schedule personnel consistent with the volume of business and needs.
• Effectively plan in order to meet demands of both guests and staff.
• Assist in Producing Financial Statements within designated time frame for preliminary distribution to hotel management and to meet HEI Corporate requirements.
• Verify compliance with Finance SOP manual.
• Participate in and critique asset inventories.
• Maintain records storage area in compliance with record retention requirements of relevant government agencies.
• Preparation and knowledge of sales tax returns, as well as any other applicable tax liabilities.
• Manage and oversee all Accounts Receivable functions, including collection calls as needed.
• Ensure the A/R aging percentages are in compliance with SOP.
• Verify credit cards are processed every night-by-night audit.
• Verify cash deposits are made timely.
• Assist Director of Finance with the Reconciliation of balance sheet accounts each period.
• Review any problem accounts with Director of Finance and adjust entries to the general ledger.
• Identify, screen, and attract management candidates from outside the company.
• Train associates in job responsibilities.
• Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.
• Perform any other job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• HEI Hotels and Resorts is committed to providing a comprehensive benefit program that offers you choices for your physical, mental and financial wellness, creating value in your most important investment - you!
• For your physical and mental wellness we offer competitive Medical and Dental programs through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as Vision insurance programs through EyeMed.
• Our Vacation, Sick and Holiday programs are available for you to rejuvenate with time off.
• HEI also provides pet insurance through the ASPCA.
• For your financial wellness, HEI provides a wide array of coverage, including Supplemental, Spousal and Child Life insurance as well as Short and Long-Term Disability plans.
• Our 401(k) Savings Plan with matching funds, and discounts through our 'YouDecide' and Hotel Room Discount programs provide additional incentives for choosing HEI as the employer of your future.
• Specific details and eligibility of these programs vary by location and employment status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager