E11EVEN - Asst. Director of Finance

Overview

The Assistant Director of Finance is responsible for providing consistent leadership in the financial area of the hotel by supplying the accounting staff with guidance and training. They focus on the profitability of the business, maintain accurate and timely financial reporting, ensure acceptable levels of internal control, comply with all federal, state, and local regulations, and safeguard owners/investors assets.

• Assist Director of Finance in timely preparation of monthly financial statements for the property
• Prepare, monitor, and accurately record hotel revenues daily by preparing the Income Journal; identify all variances to budget and last year
• Monitor and control hotel operations, cash flow, and operating forecasts for the property
• Maintain timely interaction with Department Heads to assure that property operations are on track and under control at all times
• Prepare monthly bank reconciliations and general ledger account reconciliations for the property
• Supervise accounting department staff
• Maintain compliance with Highgate Accounting Policies and Procedures and internal controls for finance and accounting operations
• Effectively manage and communicate related issues related to receivables, payables, daily cash balances, and timely deposits of all funds
• Monitor hotel revenues and expenses and ensure accurate recording in accordance with Highgate Hotel’s established guidelines; investigate and critique variances to budget or prior year and offer practical improvement methodologies to management
• Analyze financial data and operations to assist Director of Finance and advise Department Heads in maintaining the hotel’s financial objectives
• Hire, train, supervise, and develop staff, including coaching, counseling, and discipline, under the supervision of the Director of Finance
• Prepare any special reports, statements, etc., as requested
• Other special projects and responsibilities as assigned

• Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Accounting
• Strong PC skills including Excel, Word, and financial accounting systems
• Strong organizational, analytical, verbal, and written communication skills
• Long hours and sometimes required
• Hospitality‑related financial management and accounting experience desirable