Assistant Director of Finance

POSITION OBJECTIVE

The Assistant Director of Finance is responsible for compiling timely and accurate financial reporting, management reports and ensuring that proper internal controls are in place as directed by the Finance Director. Responsible for the supervision of the Accounting, Purchasing and IT departments in the absence of the Finance Director. This role must ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations and must play a role for providing leadership in the development of the accounting staff including hiring, training.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• 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.
• Assist departments in the interpretation, orientation, training and analysis of revenue, payroll and expense matters.
• Represent the accounting office and the Controller in his/her absence.
• 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 with Controller
• Monitor, supervise and prepare month-end balance sheet account reconciliation and analysis.
• Participate in 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.
• Assist in the effective utilization and integration of hotel and accounting technology systems, including software applications, current and future.
• Actively contribute to hotel overall leadership and direction.

REQUIREMENTS

• 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 Microsoft Office, POS, Opera and Sales & Catering.
• Excellent administrative, interpersonal, organizational, written and verbal communication skills.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies or members of the business community.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Other Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of general accounting principles, experience with personal computer, general office equipment and 10 key calculator.