Complex Director of Finance ("Director de Finanzas")

Azul Hospitality•Seattle, WA

6d•$130,000 - $140,000

About The Position

Plans, directs, and executes property wide strategies related to budgeting forecasting profit and loss reporting and account reconciliation for operating and balance sheet accounts for our H Hotel, Homewood Suites, and Embassy Suites LAX locations. Areas of oversight include budgeting, income auditing, cashiering, accounts payable, accounts receivable, tax compliance, monthly financials, and payroll. Creates and executes a business plan that is aligned with the propertys business strategy and focuses on the execution of financial and accounting activities and the delivery of desirable financial results.

Requirements

Must be able to speak, read, write and understand the primary language used in the workplace.
Must be able to read and write to facilitate the communication process.
Requires good communication skills, verbal, written and electronic.
Considerable knowledge of complex mathematical calculations and computer programs.
Must have excellent leadership capability and customer relations skills.
Must be detail oriented with outstanding organizational and communication skills.
Must possess excellent computer skills.
Advanced knowledge of MS Office, PMS, POS, and accounting programs.
Ability to analyze, foresee user needs, and makes judgments to ensure proper tools are provided at property level.
Ability to effectively deal with internal and external customers some of whom will require high levels of patience, tact and diplomacy and collect accurate information to resolve conflicts.
Willing to learn, understand and advance technology and privacy laws, international, federal, state, local laws and brands requirements governing data security, federally enforced privacy act, GDPR, PCI DSS, California Consumer Privacy Act, Right to be forgotten and new regulation as become mandated internationally, federally, by state(s) and brands.
Thorough knowledge of federal, state and local laws governing equal employment opportunity and civil rights, occupational safety and health, wage and hour issues, and labor relations, including, but not limited to the following statutes and their state and local analogues (where applicable): Title VII, ADEA, Equal Pay Act, Pregnancy Discrimination Act, FLSA, ADA, OSHA, FMLA, and NLRA.
Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting or related major is required.
Must have a minimum 2 years experience in the finance and accounting or related professional area.

Responsibilities

Verifies the accuracy and timeliness of all finance functions: daily and month end reporting payroll processing income audit accounts payable accounts receivable and cash and credit card management
Completes comprehensive month end close to include preparing journal entries and accruals completing cost of sales entries reconciling balance sheet accounts ensuring proper tax reporting and analyzing profit performance
Creates the annual operating plan that is aligned with the company's strategic direction
Provides analytical tools and support to department heads during budget preparation
Leads the sales and operations team in creating accurate monthly forecasts that allow the team to react to changes in business levels
Implements and upholds business practices that positively support our obsession with having sales driven culture
Ensures monthly P&Ls reflect accurate revenues expenses and cost of sales calculations
Analyzes daily monthly variances between actual forecasted and budgeted performance
Advises GM and executive team on existing and upcoming financial and operational issues
Analyzes financial data and operational and market trends to identify opportunities for improvement
Leads the property in developing and maintaining a strong labor culture that maximizes productivity performance
Facilitates monthly P&L reviews to uncover challenges opportunities and trends
Manages capital expense budget and reconciles expenditures monthly
Ensures strong accounting and operational controls to safeguard assets and maximize profits
Oversees internal and city audit processes
Manages the accurate collection posting and reconciliation of occupancy taxes sales taxes and transient marketing district (TMD)fees
Reconciles balance sheet accounts monthly and ensures totals are supported by appropriate documentation
Provides continuous direction to and education of the operational team in all areas related to finance financial reports internal controls labor management payroll month end reconciliation P&L performance etc.
Fosters strong professional relationships with the entire management group by providing direct counsel and feedback that positively impacts the performance of the business and sharpens the financial acumen of the team
Conducts ongoing coaching and annual reviews to influence positive team development
Cross trains team members to support successful department operations
Sets high standards for performance and holds the team accountable for results
Supports and brings to life the property's core values and service culture