Assistant Director of Finance and Accounting RELOCATION

JOB SUMMARY
Assists in the development and implementation of property-wide strategies that deliver products and services to meet or exceed the needs and expectations of the brand’s target customer and property employees. The position provides the financial expertise to enable the successful implementation of the brand service strategy and brand initiatives while maximizing the return on investment.

In addition, assists with the creation and execution of a business plan that is aligned with the property and brand’s business strategy and focuses on the execution of financial and accounting activities and the delivery of desirable financial results.
4-year bachelor's degree in Finance and Accounting or related major; 1 year experience in the finance and accounting or related professional area. Master's degree in Finance and Accounting or related major; no work experience required.

Assisting in Planning and Decision Making
Compiles information, analyzes and monitors actual sales against projected sales. Identifies the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts. Assists in the implementation of a system of appropriate controls to manage business risks. Ensures a strong accounting and operational control environment to safeguard assets, improve operations and profitability. Analyzes financial data and market trends.

Assists in the development and implementation of a comprehensive annual business plan which is aligned with the company’s and brand’s strategic direction. Provides on going analytical support by monitoring the operating department’s actual and projected sales. Produces accurate forecasts that enable operations to react to changes in the business. Assisting in Leading Finance & Accounting Team advocates sound financial/business decision making; Oversees internal, external and regulatory audit processes.

Conducts annual performance appraisals with direct reports according to Standard Operating Procedures. Communicates financial concepts in a clear and persuasive manner that is easy to understand and drives desired behaviors. Demonstrates an understanding of cash flow and owner priorities. Manages communication with owners in an effective manner. Manages property working capital and cash flow in accordance with brand SOPs and owner requirements. Facilitates critique meetings to review information with management team.

Developing and Maintaining Finance and Accounting Goals
Ensures Profits and Losses are documented accurately. Monitors all taxes that apply, ensuring that taxes are current, collected and/or accrued. Develops and supports achievement of performance goals, budget goals, team goals, etc. Reviews audit issues to ensure accuracy. Managing Projects and Policies
Reconciles balance sheet to ensure account balances are supported by appropriate documentation in accordance with SOPs. costs are properly matched to revenue, costs are recorded in the proper accounts).

Ensures compliance with management contract and reporting requirements. Ensures compliance with standard and local operating procedures (SOPs and LSOPs). Managing and Conducting Human Resource Activities
Ensures team members are cross-trained to support successful daily operations. Ensures property policies are administered fairly and consistently. Ensures new hires receive the appropriate new hire training to successfully perform their job. Conducts performance review process for employees.

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