5-7 years of accounting and finance management experience in a hotel
Strong communication and presentation skills
Multi-entity financial management experience
Strong organization, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Technology-savvy with knowledge of hotel systems
Responsibilities
Create and execute a business plan aligned with the hotel's strategy
Ensure compliance with GAAP and local laws
Prepare and distribute periodic reports accurately and on time
Develop a trusting partnership with property ownership
Hire and retain a diverse workforce for effective financial leadership
Create a fair and equitable work environment for associate satisfaction
Benefits
Opportunity to be part of the Executive Team
Influence hotel-wide financial strategies
Engage in diverse workforce development
Work in a dynamic hospitality environment
Contribute to guest and owner satisfaction
Full Job Description
Director of Finance
SUMMARY
The Director of Finance is responsible for functioning as the hotel's strategic financial business leader. As a member of the Executive Team the Director of Finance champions, develops and implements hotel-wide strategies that deliver products and services to meet or exceed the needs and expectations of guests, associates, co-workers and owners.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Job Duties include, although are not limited to:
Creates and execute a business plan that is aligned with the hotel's business strategy with a primary focus on the execution of financial and accounting activities and the delivery of financial results
Ensure hotel/resort's books and records are in compliance with GAAP, Uniform System of Accounts for the Lodging Industry and local, state and federal laws
Ensure all periodic reports are prepared and distributed in timely and accurate manner
Develop a trusting and effective business partnership with property ownership by understanding the various operating agreements and owners return on investment (ROI) expectations
Hire, develop and retain a diverse workforce to provide strong functional expertise and effective financial leadership to the property and the discipline
Create and sustain a work environment that focuses on fair and equitable treatment and associate satisfaction to enable business success.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's Degree in accounting/finance required.
CPA Certification preferred but not required
5-7 years of previous accounting and finance management experience in a hotel
Strong organization/analytical and problem solving skills
Ability to use standard software applications and hotel systems; technology-savvy
Knowledge of overall hotel operations as they affect departments
Ability to effectively manage labor productivity
Ability to effectively manage owners relations
Strong understanding and ability to implement effective internal control environment
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Must be able to lift up to 15 lbs. on a regular basis. Requires grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, bending, stooping, squatting, stretching, repetitive motions, listening and hearing ability and visual acuity to fulfill tasks. Must have finger dexterity to be able to operate office equipment.
