Assistant Director of Finance

Assistant Director Of Finance

An established upscale hotel in Richmond, Virginia is seeking an experienced Assistant Director of Finance to join its leadership team. This is an excellent opportunity for a hospitality accounting professional looking to advance their career with a well-respected hotel organization offering a strong culture, excellent benefits, and long-term growth opportunities. Relocation assistance is available for the right candidate.

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Relocation assistance available
• Hotel stay and travel discounts
• Dining and food & beverage discounts
• Strong company culture and supportive leadership team
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) and additional company benefits

• 4–5 years of accounting experience, within hotels or resorts.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field strongly preferred
• Excellent Microsoft Excel skills
• Strong understanding of hotel accounting processes, financial controls, payroll, and cash management
• Experience with balance sheet reconciliations and month-end closing
• Ability to work occasional weekends based on month-end closing requirements
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with department heads and hotel leadership

• Previous accounting leadership experience within a full-service hotel or resort environment
• Experience with Oracle General Ledger
• Experience with Opera PMS
• Experience with Dayforce or similar timekeeping/payroll systems
• Knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, credit and collections
• Experience assisting with internal and external audits
• Strong understanding of accounting systems, procedures, and internal controls
• Ability to identify accounting or operational control issues and partner with department leaders to develop solutions
• Experience preparing and reviewing financial statements
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to meet month-end deadlines

• Partner with the Director of Finance to oversee day-to-day hotel accounting operations
• Support accounting functions including payroll, cash handling, accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, credit and collections
• Complete assigned balance sheet account reconciliations
• Help ensure an accurate and timely month-end close
• Assist in producing accurate financial statements in partnership with department leaders
• Audit bank activity, reconcile accounts, and follow up on cash over/short discrepancies
• Maintain proper accounting documentation and filing procedures
• Assist with internal and external audit requests
• Ensure compliance with established accounting procedures and internal controls
• Train and support accounting team members in their respective responsibilities
• Work closely with hotel departments to resolve accounting, systems, and controls-related issues
• Provide responsive, professional support to internal departments and hotel guests