Director of Finance
About The Position
You are confident in your abilities to be a General (strategic thinker) and a Soldier (tactical doer). Your experiences have led you to understand that there is an art + science to the how and what an Account and Finance professional is responsible for; the passion to understand and support the direction of the business and the importance of knowing how people drive the success of the company. You enjoy the camaraderie of a team and know that everyone plays an important role, no matter their title. When one of the members of the team goes down, you are the first to jump in and pick them up. You know the ins and the outs of every accounting position in your office and are willing to jump in the trenches and find solutions to improving the process. Your experience and history will drive how you approach this role, but you are always striving to learn more. Glasses are always half full to you and laughter is the best medicine. WHAT YOU WILL DO Reinforce the company's Art +Science Ideologies to ensure the experiences of translocal hospitality, intuitive service, and collaboration are implemented and modeled by yourself and every leader of the hotel Actively participant in the interviewing, hiring, training, scheduling, coaching, and motivating associates to create an environment that nurtures ideas and develops future talent for succession planning Ensure a sense of belonging for associates by upholding the company’s values and guidelines for a Respectful Workplace, Diverse, Equitable, and Inclusive environment, behaviors outlined within the Manager Code of Conduct, and Work Rules outlined the Associate Handbook Role model the company’s open-door policy and employee engagement practices, which makes the hotel a great place to work; demonstrate a positive work ethic and environment; consistently guide and monitor business ethics and good business practice; and perform other job-related duties as requested Lead and be responsible for the accounting and finance procedures, practices, and policies for the hotel, ensuring the execution and of all accounting tasks and required deadlines are achieved Lead the preparation of budgets and forecasts for the hotel; working collaboratively to establish and recommend to management on major economic objectives and policies for the Hotel. Develop and implement procedures and necessary training to promote the efficient, effective, and timely completion of accounting activities by property accountants and managers, and those responsible for cash handling Provide financial analysis as required from Aparium key stakeholders; and readily collaborate with EVP of Finance, VP of Finance, GM on hotel financial goals through reports and advising; responsible for tracking and preparing cash flow statements Administer, maintain, and enforce legal and finance compliance initiatives, policies, and procedures (including SOX, PCI and other legal financial reporting); and ensure adherence to Aparium policies and procedures and all applicable laws. Oversee the hotel’s financial reporting and records management; coordinate and liaise with internal and external audits, prepare reports required by regulatory agencies; and identify and communicate process inefficiencies or operational issues and recommend appropriate solutions. Ensure Hotel Management Agreement compliance, which includes negotiating, administering, and monitoring contracts with hotel’s vendors, being a liaison to hotel owners, other hotel departments and assist with finance department and hotel related issues Advise management of tax code revisions and desirable operational adjustments; ensure timely payment and file all federal, state & local sales taxes & fees, payroll, and vendor invoices; and of course, safeguard hotel resources, assets, and risk management assessments Participate in Lobby Duty Program by being present within the hotel, when assigned after hours or on weekends to engage with guests and associates
Requirements
- A minimum of five (5) years of progressive accounting and finance management experience
- A bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Hospitality is preferred though not required if you have the years of proven experience
- Having a background in hotel accounting would be great so you understand the intricacies and vernacular of hotel accounting, specifically AHLA Uniform System of Accounts
- Willing to work a flexible schedule as sometimes “month-end” responsibilities and tasks need extra attention to ensure accuracy
Nice To Haves
- Having a background in hotel accounting would be great so you understand the intricacies and vernacular of hotel accounting, specifically AHLA Uniform System of Accounts
Responsibilities
- Reinforce the company's Art +Science Ideologies
- Actively participant in the interviewing, hiring, training, scheduling, coaching, and motivating associates
- Ensure a sense of belonging for associates
- Role model the company’s open-door policy and employee engagement practices
- Lead and be responsible for the accounting and finance procedures, practices, and policies for the hotel
- Lead the preparation of budgets and forecasts for the hotel
- Develop and implement procedures and necessary training
- Provide financial analysis as required from Aparium key stakeholders
- Administer, maintain, and enforce legal and finance compliance initiatives, policies, and procedures
- Oversee the hotel’s financial reporting and records management
- Ensure Hotel Management Agreement compliance
- Advise management of tax code revisions and desirable operational adjustments
- Participate in Lobby Duty Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
