Under the general guidance of the Director of Finance, the Assistant Director of Finance is responsible for directing the day-to-day operations of the accounting team. This role ensures the consistent accuracy and timeliness of all financial reporting and accounting functions. The Assistant Director of Finance helps maintain a highly productive, compliant, and well-trained accounting staff while providing essential support to the Director of Finance in achieving financial goals, operational efficiencies, and compliance with company and regulatory standards.
YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for overseeing all accounting and finance duties, including any on-site food and beverage operations. Duties include full-cycle month-end close, preparation offinancial statements, complex account analysis and reconciliations, as well as budgeting and forecasting.
Ensure data integrity and accuracy across all financial reporting, while developing and documenting system controls, standard operating procedures, and continuous business process improvements.
Support the implementation and upgrades of front-of-house systems impacting financial reporting and operations.
Assist the Director of Finance with planning, recruiting, and hiring of the property’s finance and accounting team.
Oversee training, cross-training, and development of all accounting staff to ensure a highly competent and flexible team.
Take prompt and appropriate personnel actions related to staffing, performance management, and discipline to ensure departmental success.
Perform timely and accurate month-end closing procedures, including balance sheet account reconciliation and financial analysis.
Manage payroll entries, coordinate with HR and payroll providers, and support year-end audits and other compliance requirements.
Supervise, manage, and mentor accounting staff, providing technical guidance, professional development, and performance evaluations.
Monitor budget compliance, support cost control measures, and assist in training operational leaders on financial management practices and tools.
Ensure legal, treasury, and tax documentation is properly maintained and secured; comply with all statutory and fiscal reporting obligations, including any relevant governmental permits and licenses.
Assist the Director of Finance in maintaining hotel compliance with all regulatory requirements, contracts, leases, tax filings, and legal obligations.
Perform any other duties as reasonably assigned by the Director of Finance or senior leadership team.
We recognize we are in the hospitality industry and that may require us to provide lateral service.
We will on occasion call for each individual in the team to on a routine basis perform various related tasks as needed in the spirit of providing exceptional guest service.