Director of Finance - Laidback Luxury in La Jolla

Noble House Hotels & Resorts • San Diego, CA

136d • $130,000 - $150,000

About The Position

The Director of Finance is responsible for managing all finance/accounting, purchasing and IT operations of the organization to include the production of periodic financial reports, oversight of the accounting systems, recordkeeping, and management of the comprehensive set of controls and budgets designed to mitigate risk, enhance the accuracy of the organization's reported financial results and ensure that reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) as well as state and federal regulations. Ensures the integrity of the financial statements critical to the property. Provides oversight in audits of financial statements by external auditors and regulators and ensures compliance with all reporting requirements. Builds and manages teams effectively. Manages subordinate Finance team members in areas related to finance, financial reporting, internal controls, incentives, accounting, etc. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training team members; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining team members; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Assists with planning department goals and directs team members to achieve results. Creates a work environment that promotes positivity, teamwork, performance feedback, recognition, mutual respect, and team member satisfaction, while creating a culture of excellence in which all team members strive for maximum performance levels. Ensures staff receives any required training or attends mandatory meetings. Determines work quality expectations and sets deadlines. Manages all assigned general accounting functions which may include performing month-end close process, preparing and booking journal entries, account reconciliations, procurement, shipping & receiving, inventory, variance analysis, project management and maintaining fixed asset records. Ensures the month close is completed accurately and within the monthly close cycle, including the preparation and review of all Balance Sheet account reconciliations and key accruals. Responsible for the preparation of annual budget and monthly forecasts. Prepares reports generated by the department, including monthly, quarterly, and yearly reports. Reviews revenue reports produced by all departments. Utilizes corporate approved computer programs to analyze forecasts, cost and revenue reports. Makes decisions and acts based on that information to maximize profitability. May perform or oversee internal audit functions such as review of daily refunds and Daily Revenue Reports. Directs the development and implementation of internal controls to ensure the security of property assets and the accurate recording of assets, liabilities, income, expenses, and other transactions. Audits internal financial controls to ensure compliance with SOP's to include purchasing, cash handling, receipts, disbursements, payroll and team member records related to waivers, expense reimbursement, bonuses, incentives, etc. Maintains and improves financial and accounting policies and procedures; modifies organizational structure to improve operations and services delivery. Ensures monthly and quarterly tax payments and reports are prepared accurately and reported in a timely manner. Ensures all property licenses and permits are renewed on a timely basis. Monitors all purchases and expenses of the property. Assists department heads with the interpretation of financial data and recommends courses of action to maximize profitability. Provides timely and accurate responses to requests for information from internal and external offices Resolves billing-related customer complaints and anticipates potential problems by reviewing and monitoring complaints, operational issues, business flow and team member performance to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction and quality.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• CPA preferred.
• Eight or more years of related and progressively responsible experience.
• Two years supervisory/management experience in a similar setting.
• Strong knowledge of IT and Purchasing desired.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP.
• Ability to oversee all aspects of the accounting area including AR, AP, Credit & Collection, Payroll and General Ledger.
• Excellent customer service/communication skills.
• Ability to work on AM, PM, weekend, and holiday shifts as required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience within a hotel/resort environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage all finance/accounting, purchasing and IT operations of the organization.
• Produce periodic financial reports and oversee accounting systems.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and state and federal regulations.
• Provide oversight in audits of financial statements.
• Build and manage finance teams effectively.
• Carry out supervisory responsibilities including hiring, training, and performance appraisal.
• Assist with planning department goals and direct team members to achieve results.
• Manage general accounting functions including month-end close process and journal entries.
• Prepare annual budget and monthly forecasts.
• Review revenue reports produced by all departments.
• Direct the development and implementation of internal controls.
• Ensure timely preparation of tax payments and reports.
• Monitor all purchases and expenses of the property.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Health insurance benefits.
• Team Member and Family & Friends hotel and restaurant discounts.
• Matching 401k (After 1 year).
• On-Demand Pay (Earned wage access before payday!).
• PTO.
• Complementary Parking.
• Meals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Industry: Accommodation
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree