About Four Seasons:
Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.
At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.
About the location:
Iconic elegance in Milan’s most fashionable neighbourhood. . A 15th-century convent turned sophisticated garden retreat, Four Seasons Hotel Milano is a haven in the centre of Milan’s Fashion District. Fall asleep under frescoes in high-ceilinged rooms, dine on authentic Italian dishes on the airy veranda and recover from a day of shopping and sightseeing with a massage in our sleek, modern Spa.About the role:
We currently have an opportunity for a talented Assistant Director of Finance, to join our iconic Four Seasons Hotel Milano in Italy!
The Assistant Director of Finance will assist the Regional Director of Finance and Senior Director of Accounting and Statutory in the administration of all financial aspects of the hotel's operation. Ensure that all local and corporate policies and procedures are observed and supervise the day-to-day operation of the Accounting office.
What will you do:
Plan, organize, lead and control different projects and activities within the finance team.
Have a global working perspective and excellent communication skills – written and verbal.
Coordinate, observe and prepare all operating equipment and supply inventories in accordance with corporate policies and as directed by the Director of Finance.
Ensure the system is set up to prevent month end closing without all journal entries being posted, updated or otherwise entered into the General Ledger.
Monitor and control expenses of the hotel paying special attention to the daily reporting done by the auditor of the hotel and addressing issues that not only have material effect, but also effect the guest experience.
Ensure that House Funds and Floats Counts are up to date and limit any kind of exposure that would affect the profitability.
Assist the Director of Finance in Forecasting/Budgeting.
What you bring:
University degree – major in accounting or finance preferred; exception must be approved by Senior Vice President, Operations Finance.
From three to five years of experience in the related position with Four Seasons or other organization.
Working technical knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, Four Seasons Internal Controls, Policies and Procedures and job knowledge of all positions in Accounting, Purchasing and Food & Beverage control.
Strategic, analytical and have solid business acumen. Proven leadership skills in a Hotel environment.
Highest level of integrity and transparency. Strong Interpersonal and relationship-building skills to work with cross-functional teams.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills to prepare and deliver reports, effective presentations and to facilitatemeetings.
What we offer:
Competitive Salary, wages, and a comprehensive benefits package
Excellent Training and Development opportunities
Meals available at our Employee Restaurant
Laundry service for work clothes
Employee Experience initiatives: from annual themed employee party to many ESG events throughout the year
Employee Recognition Programs
Opportunities to build a successful career with global potential
Schedule & Hours:
This is a full-time position
You must possess the legal right to work in Italy and have fluency in English and Italian.
Skills Required
- University degree, major in accounting or finance preferred
- Three to five years of experience in a related finance/accounting position
- Working technical knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
- Knowledge of Four Seasons internal controls, policies and procedures, and accounting, purchasing and F&B control processes
- Proven leadership skills in a hotel environment and ability to supervise accounting operations
- Strong strategic, analytical skills and solid business acumen
- Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills
- Fluency in English and Italian
- Legal right to work in Italy
What We Do
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts opened its first hotel in 1961, and since that time has been dedicated to perfecting the travel experience through continual innovation and the highest standards of hospitality. Currently operating more than 120 hotels and resorts, and more than 50 residential properties in major city centers and resort destinations in 47 countries, and with more than 50 projects under planning or development, Four Seasons consistently ranks among the world's best hotels and most prestigious brands in reader polls, traveler reviews and industry awards. To learn more about our career opportunities, visit fourseasons.com/careers. For more information and reservations, visit fourseasons.com. For the latest news, visit press.fourseasons.com and follow @FourSeasonsPR on Twitter.
