Head of Finance and Accounting

An exclusive Five-Star, AAA Five Diamond, Two Michelin Keys property, we are committed to delivering world-class hospitality in an intimate and refined environment. Reporting directly to the General Manager, the Director of Finance is responsible for the overall financial management of the hotel, ensuring compliance with internal controls, managing financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and supporting the General Manager and Regional Director of Finance in safeguarding the hotel’s assets and financial integrity; creating and executing a business plan that is aligned with the property and brand’s business strategy.

Review and sign off on all financial statements, forecasts, cash flows and balance sheets.

Review balance sheet accounts, ensuring adequate support and documentation for all accounts. Ensures P&L accuracy and timeliness through adequate accounting workflow planning, effective close management, and optimization of checklists and documentation tools.

Produces accurate forecasts that enable operations to react to changes in the business.

Manages property working capital and cash flow in accordance with brand SOPs and owner requirements.

Ensure property compliance with USALI, GAAP and Company accounting policies and procedures.

Ensure satisfaction of legal requirements and contractual obligations (including obligations under a management agreement) utilizing internal controls, auditing, and security procedures to ensure deviations are brought to the attention of the General Manager and Vice President - Accounting.

Ensure hotels' compliance on all regulatory licenses and permits, leases, contracts, legal agreements, and the proper execution of all operational taxes.

Primary involvement in tax audits and internal/external audits and assist in coordinating the responses to governmental agencies when necessary.

advocates sound financial/business decision making; Collaborate with Regional Directors of Finance and the Vice President - Accounting to ensure effective coordination of activities and discussion of best practices.

Serve as the subject matter expert for all finance division related matters, specifically ensuring implementation and adherence to SOPs, training manuals, systems, and service standards and guidelines.

provide them with the necessary tools and training for growth; approach people performance needs by understanding individual needs and barriers.

Actively assist in recruiting, reviewing, recommending prospective team members like Assistant Director of Finance, Accounting Managers, and other finance team members for the organization.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB: Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Ability to use repetitive manual dexterity, such as typing.

Ability to visibly survey documents and property areas clearly.

Ability to view a digital computer/tablet screen for extended periods, up to 8 hours.

Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Ability to perform assigned tasks, operate equipment, and complete job duties in a safe manner.

Ability to work flexible hours based on business needs including midweek and weekend days.

TECHNOLOGY AND EQUIPMENT USED: Computer

Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook/Word/Excel)

Multi-line phone system

Cell phone/Tablet

Maintenance Software

Point of Sale Software

Credit Card Processor

Accounting System (Invoice processing, Inventory, Forecasting)

Basic Cleaning Chemicals & Tools (mop/bucket, broom/dust pan, vacuum, sanitizers and rags)

Work will primarily take place in a hotel and restaurant environment, in both guest-facing and employee back of house areas.

Professional office environment.

Exposure to various hazardous chemicals, to be used only as instructed.

Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience; 8+ years’ experience in finance or accounting, hotel finance/accounting experience preferred.

Experience in a high-growth, fast-paced, multi-unit hospitality (food & beverage or hotel) environment preferred.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including an ability to generate enthusiasm and speak knowledgeably about financial planning, systems administration, and hotel accounting best practices.

Experience in working with Profit Sword (or other Budgeting and Planning enterprise-level software) and Enterprise Resource Planning/Accounting platforms strongly preferred.

Experience developing financial forecasting, budgets, cash flow forecasting and the preparation of financial reporting and analysis.

Dedicated to coaching and developing team members.

Proficiency in hotel management systems, Microsoft Office Suite and OPERA cloud.

Available and willing to work flexible hours based on business needs including weekdays and weekends.

No Job Description for a position can possibly include all duties which may be requested by guests or required by the hotel. The objective of all positions is to effectively provide the services personally, or to immediately refer requests to the appropriate department manager. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

L’Ermitage participates in the Department of Homeland Security's E-Verify Program to verify the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees.

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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