Director of Finance

The Portofino Hotel & Marina, a Noble House Hotel • Redondo Beach, CA

11d

About The Position

The Director of Finance oversees and directs the Finance department's day-to-day operations and provides strategic leadership.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance or Hospitality, or a related field, required.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in Accounting/Finance management role, with at least 5 years in a senior management role.
• Knowledge of POS systems
• Proficient in computer applications such as Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Systems orientation, including PC applications (Excel and Word) and point-of-sale systems for lodging, food and beverage, and retail.
• Leadership and analytical skills proven through experience.
• Provide clear and legible instructions and communication.
• Perform job functions with accuracy, speed, and attention to detail.
• Organize, prioritize, and follow up on tasks.
• Remain calm and use good judgment when resolving problems.
• Follow directions carefully.
• Recognize the needs of guests and provide them with the service they require.
• Cohesively work with co-workers.
• Maintain the confidentiality of guest information and resort information
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Professional appearance and presentation required.
• Meet NHHR background screening requirements.

Nice To Haves

• A master’s degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze financial statements and compile financial reports. Establish financial reporting policies and procedures. Determine ways to reduce the hotel's expenses by monitoring its financial reports.
• Prepares and reviews annual budgets, monthly forecasts, and ensures that all transactions are accurate. Verifies that all taxes are charged correctly and monitors the compliance of all local taxes. Maintains departmental codes and creates new ones. Contributes to the annual audit by providing necessary information to auditors.
• Analyze the internal control systems. Ensures the preparation of internal and external financial statements.
• Oversees Payroll and Labor controls
• Optimization of market mix and distribution channels for overall hotel profitability. Monitoring all distribution channels to ensure effective inventory and rate management. Analyzing hotel-level forecasts to ensure accuracy and proactive adjustment of strategies to mitigate losses or maximize gains. Increase revenue and market share.
• Make sure balance sheet accounts are reconciled in a timely manner each month as part of the month-end closing process.

What This Job Offers

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