Assistant Director of Finance

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Description About the position The Assistant Director of Finance plays a crucial role in overseeing the financial operations of the hotel, ensuring that all financial activities align with the hotel's commitment to outstanding guest service and financial profitability. This position is ideal for financial professionals looking to advance their careers in a dynamic and prestigious environment. The Assistant Director of Finance will report directly to the Director of Finance and will be responsible for managing various functions within the finance department, including Accounts Receivable, Credit, cash audits, and Night Audit operations. Management-level associates are expected to work as much of each workday as is necessary to complete their job responsibilities. Job Duties & Functions Maintains regular attendance in compliance with company’s standards, as required by scheduling which will vary according to needs of the hotel. Maintains high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which includes compliance with the company’s dress code and wearing name tag when working (per brand standards). Approaches all encounters with guests and associates in an attentive, friendly, courteous, and service oriented manner. Maintains a warm and friendly demeanor at all times. Complies at all times with company’s standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations. Familiar with the organization of the company and know the function of each department. Oversees the duties of General Cashier, with responsibility for the daily reconciliation of Rooms, Food, Beverage, and House deposits. Oversees and maintains the Over/Short log. Maintains controls for all cashier banks in the hotel. Oversees the Accounts Receivable function including but not limited to the proper posting of all city ledger payments daily according to the Daily Mail Cash Receipts (DMCR) and ensuring a trace system is in place for AR collection calls. Reviews all bank deposits, “Due Backs,” and bank change orders and ensures they are handled according to company standards. Maintains responsibility for the billing of accounts receivables daily. Responsible for the Hotel Credit Policy and detailed knowledge of Hotel receivables. Conducts credit meeting weekly with the accounting team and monthly with General Manager. Maintains record of approved direct billing accounts. Processes returned checks and credit card chargebacks according to company standards. Performs the Accounts Receivable Balancing function at least once each month. Maintains the Special Operating Account and the Petty Cash Fund according to company standards. Vouchers A&G and PT & EB invoices utilizing the Purchas Order and Checkbook Accounting procedures according to company standards. Ensures all hotel invoices are submitted to Corporate Accounts Payable weekly. Performs the Income Audit on a daily basis, using the Income Audit Checklist to maintain and ensure the accuracy of the Income/Flash Reports. Ensures that the Daily Income Journal (DIJ) is completely accurately each day and submitted to corporate per company’s standards. Reconcile Credit Cards and cash daily. Prepares and submits the Corporate Flash Report on the dates specified in the Monthly CENTRAL ACCOUNTING Calendar. Completes monthly checklist and sends in month-end package according to CENTRAL ACCOUNTING calendar. Monitors the Front Office and Night Audit agents’ work for proper accounting procedures. Oversees the training of all Night Audit personnel in regards to their accounting related responsibilities. Processes bi-weekly payroll and be prepared for transmission. Ensures all new hire paperwork and any employee changes are processed on PAFs and submitted in to Payroll in a timely manner. Produces weekly productivity every Tuesday, as required. Computes worked hours for payroll compilation. Ensures associates are at all times attentive, friendly, helpful and courteous to all guests, all other associates and management. Property applies state and local laws affecting payroll, wage & hour, taxes, etc. Records requests for associate benefits, and monitors use (i.e. vacation time, employee benefit room nights, sick time, etc.). Responsible for records storage management in accordance with company standards. Maintains a professional working relationship and promotes open lines of communication with managers, employees and other departments. Familiar with the company’s Standard Operation Procedures in Accounting, Human Resources and Loss Prevention, and house rules including appropriate hospitality terminology; Encourages awareness among other hotel managers. Attends weekly staff meetings and provides training on a rotational basis, using the steps to effective training according to company’s standards. Participates in required MOD coverage, as scheduled. Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information, as appropriate. Performs random house bank audits a minimum of once per month. Assists in the counting of food, beverage, and guest supplies inventories. Assists the Director of Finance and GM in reviewing the general ledger and financial statements with the various department heads. Assists in developing Night Audit staff for promotion within the hotel and/or company. Performs any other duties as requested by the Director of Finance and General Manager. Position Requirements Education & Experience At least 5 years of progressive experience in a hotel or a related field; or an Associate’s degree and at least 3 years of related experience; or a Bachelor’s degree and at least 1 year of related experience. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office operating system, ability to manipulate and troubleshoot spreadsheets, type memos and reports, and handle basic PC problems. Supervisor experience required. Must be able to convey information and ideas clearly. Must be able to evaluate and select among alternative courses of action quickly and accurately. Must work well in stressful, high pressure situations. Must maintain composure and objectivity under pressure. Must be effective in handling problems in the workplace, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessary. Must have the ability to assimilate complex information, data, etc. from disparate sources and consider, adjust, or modify to meet the constraints of the particular need. Must be effective at listening to, understanding, clarifying and resolving the concerns and issues raised by coworkers and guests. Must be able to work with and understand financial information and data, and basic arithmetic functions. Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Salary Range $75,000.00 - $90,000.00 Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt This position is currently accepting applications. #J-18808-Ljbffr