Director of Finance & Business Support

Company Description Join a hotel that is a member of the Accor network, whose group brings together more than 45 brands, 5,500 hotels, 10,000 restaurants and lifestyle destinations. Here, we believe in you and what you bring to the table. There are many opportunities for development and advancement. Every gesture, every smile, every action, contributes to creating a positive and memorable impact for our customers, our colleagues and also for our planet.

Together, we embody the vision of responsible hospitality.

Take the opportunity to become a Heartist, and let your heart guide you in a world where life beats faster.

Job Description Director of Finance & Business Support Lead & motivate your team through strong accounting and communication skills. Our Director of Finance & Business Support will possess a professional understanding of systems, business and analytics. Supporting and uplifting the Finance & Accounting department will be essential to your success.   What is in it for you:
Paid Time Off Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, 401K Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide Learning programs through our Academies Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world! Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities, like Planet 21 What you will be doing:
Reporting to the General Manager, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:    Oversee day to day operations of accounting department  Develop an engaged, enthusiastic and service driven team of accounting professionals.  Recruit, develop and motivate the accounting group  Assist in the preparation of financial operating statements and reports in accordance with Corporate Policy and Procedure and SOX regulations. 

Assist departments in the interpretation, orientation, training and analysis of revenue, payroll and expense matters.  Represent the accounting office in all employee, leadership, corporate and ownership meetings Maintain system of accounts and controls, providing accurate data necessary for all required accounting reports and statements.  Actively involved in ensuring clean internal and external audit reports.  Prepare and post journal entries, ensuring efficient completion of all month-end functions for review Monitor, supervise and prepare month-end balance sheet account reconciliation and analysis Lead and organize the creation of the Annual Operating & Capital Budgets, Strategic Plan, and Monthly Operating Forecasts  Coordinate and ensure that all daily, semi-monthly and monthly management reports are issued on a timely and accurate basis. 

Ensure there is effective utilization and integration of hotel and accounting technology systems, including software applications, current and future.  Participate in Senior Duty Manager schedule, rotating with other senior managers of the hotel throughout the year.  Actively contribute to hotel overall leadership and direction.  Other tasks as assigned Qualifications Your experience and skills include:
Reading, writing and oral proficiency in the English language. Professional designation or acceptable university degree with an appropriate specialization in Accounting or enrolled in a recognized accounting program with progression to 4th or 5th level.  Minimum of 3 years hotel accounting experience and previous accounting experience at a senior level.  Proven leadership and coaching skills with a track record of developing a highly motivated and cross-trained group of progressive accounting professionals. 

Familiarity with hotel operating systems and software, including GFS/SUN, One Stream, Microsoft Office, Silverware, Opera and…