Area Director of Finance - Santa Monica
Oversees the Viceroy Santa Monica Director of Finance in the management of the Hotel Accounting Department. For Le Meridien Delfina, responsible for month-end closing, month-end reports, inventories, and general ledger reconciliations.
General Responsibilities Include:
- Assist the accounting staff in the performance of their duties, including daily work and problem solving.
- Assist the VSM Director of Finance as required, hotel staff as required and perform special projects as required.
- Manage an energetic team that performs accounts payable, accounts receivable, income audit, payroll, and cashiering duties.
- Interview, recommend hiring, train, develop, empower, coach and counsel, recommend and conduct performance and salary reviews, resolve problems, provide open communications and recommend discipline and termination, as appropriate.
- Update daily revenue figures and transfers.
- Review Accounts Payable batches for accuracy and correct General Ledger coding.
- Prepare and process journals for all transactions at month-end.
- Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and attend a review with Director of Finance each month.
- Prepare and submit tax returns.
- Prepare and submit cash position of the hotel weekly.
- Ensure the hotel maintains proper cash controls and sufficient cash balances.
- Ensure payroll is accurately prepared and approved and processed on a timely basis.
- Develop and maintain effective working relationships with all Departments.
- Review all accounts payable batches for accuracy and correct general ledger coding; and ensure that weekly check runs occur efficiently.
- Execute Month End close.
- Complete month end reports for Ownership and Management Group.
- Perform P&L analysis and make necessary adjustments prelude to closing the month.
- Ensure that all bank reconciliations and balance sheet reconciliations are completed on a timely manner
- Organize monthly department meetings.
- Supervise the daily accounting operations ensuring compliance with the SOPs, internal controls and all federal, state and local laws and regulations.
- Analyze and reconcile all general ledger accounts and bank statements to ensure financial information is available and accurate.
- Assist in the compilation and preparation of the annual budget, forecasts, taxes and other financial reports to provide support thus ensuring accurate, timely information is available for management and owners.
- Train, monitor and coordinate the implementation and maintenance of financial and cash controls and information flow throughout the other departments in the hotel to ensure compliance, accurate records and minimize liabilities, losses and expenses.
- Resolve problems and ensure maintenance of the accounting systems and equipment to ensure smooth operations.
- Analyze and be familiar with supplier contracts, leases and rent reports and ensure hotel is in compliance with hotel leases and management contracts.
- Has a fiduciary responsibility to brand and management.
- Assumes the responsibilities of the Controller in his/her absence.
Skills/Knowledge Required:
- Strong computer literacy, with advanced knowledge of Word, Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint
- Strong math and quantitative skills
- Exceptional communication skills, passionate, strategic and innovative
- Self-confident, proactive, and able to prioritize and make effective decisions
- Thinks critically and objectively; has excellent problem solving skills and the ability to make quick decisions based on business demands.
- Previous experience working with third party ownership groups preferred.
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to sit at a desk, walk, and stand for up to four (4) hours
- Must be able to walk and stand for extended periods of time
- Must be able to bend, stoop, squat and stretch
- Must be able to occasionally lift up to 25 lbs.
- Must have finger dexterity to be able to operate office equipment such as computers, printers, multi-line touch tone phone, filing cabinets, FAX machines, photocopiers, dolly and other office equipment as needed
- Requires grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, listening and hearing ability and visual acuity
Qualified Candidates will possess the following:
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Hotel Management preferred. High school or equivalent required.
Experience: (3) years previous experience in a similar role in the hotel industry.
Grooming: All colleagues must maintain a neat, and well groomed appearance (specific standards will be provided).
The expected pay for this position is $175,000 - $185,000.
Viceroy Hotel Group is a leading hotel company that combines desirable location, unique design, destination dining and personalized service that touches the heart and soul of our guests. As an industry leader in creativity and innovation, our hotels draw upon the diverse backgrounds and talent of our extraordinary team for optimal success. If you are interested in working for a company with endless opportunities for advancement and growth, please apply online: www.viceroyhotelsandresorts.com/careers
Employer will consider all qualified applicants in a manner that adheres to the regulations and requirements of the Fair Chance Ordinance.
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