Senior Assistant Director of Finance and Accounting

Marriott•Lahaina, HI

1d•$107,000 - $138,000

About The Position

The Senior Assistant Director of Finance and Accounting assists in developing and implementing property-wide strategies and business plans that meet or exceed the needs of the brand’s target customers and property employees. The role provides financial expertise to support the brand service strategy and initiatives while maximizing return on investment, and focuses on financial and accounting activities and delivering desirable financial results. The position supports strategic planning and decision-making through budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, risk controls, and identifying opportunities to improve profitability and productivity. It leads and develops the Finance and Accounting team, oversees audit processes, and communicates financial information and priorities to owners, corporate stakeholders, property leaders, and other key groups. The role also manages property working capital and cash flow, supports accurate financial reporting and compliance with applicable contracts and operating procedures, and helps ensure that team members are trained, developed, and supported through performance reviews and hiring activities.

Requirements

A four-year bachelor’s degree in Finance and Accounting or a related major, plus one year of experience in finance and accounting or a related professional area; or a master’s degree in Finance and Accounting or a related major, with no work experience required.

Responsibilities

Develop approaches to improve profit, estimate costs and benefits, and explore new business opportunities.
Analyze financial information, forecast sales and expenses, create annual budget plans, and monitor actual performance against projections.
Analyze differences between actual and forecasted wages to support efficient budget planning.
Assist with the annual property operating budget and comprehensive annual business plan aligned with company and brand strategy.
Provide analytical support during budget reviews to identify cost-saving and productivity opportunities.
Assist in implementing controls to manage business risks and produce accurate forecasts to help operations respond to business changes.
Lead, influence, and encourage the Finance and Accounting team and communicate strategic goals, focus, and owner priorities to subordinates.
Oversee internal, external, and regulatory audit processes and conduct annual performance appraisals for direct reports.
Attend meetings and communicate with owners to understand their priorities and strategic focus.
Address stakeholder needs and explain financial concepts clearly to support desired behaviors and sound financial decisions.
Manage property working capital and cash flow according to brand standard operating procedures and owner requirements.
Facilitate management-team critique meetings to review information.
Ensure profits and losses are documented accurately, applicable taxes are current and properly collected or accrued, and reports are submitted on time.
Support achievement of performance, budget, and team goals and improve profit growth in operating departments.
Review audit issues for accuracy.
Prepare accurate and timely reports and presentations; reconcile balance-sheet accounts with appropriate supporting documentation.
Ensure profit-and-loss statements are accurate, costs are matched to revenue and recorded in the proper accounts, and management contract and reporting requirements are met.
Ensure compliance with standard and local operating procedures.
Cross-train team members, administer property policies fairly and consistently, and ensure new hires complete orientation and appropriate job training.
Create individual development plans based on team members’ strengths, development needs, career aspirations, and abilities; conduct employee performance reviews and participate in hiring as appropriate.