Assistant Director of Finance

Job description

Additional Information: This hotel is owned and operated by an independent franchisee, Fontainebleau Development. The franchisee is a separate company and a separate employer from Marriott International, Inc.  The franchisee solely controls all aspects of the hotel’s employment policies and practices, including hiring, firing, discipline, staffing, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment.  If you accept a position at this hotel, you will be employed by a franchisee and not by Marriott International, Inc.

Scope of Position

The Assistant Director of Finance is responsible for overseeing the smooth and efficient processing of accounting related information according to the hotel policies and procedures. He/she is also responsible for focusing on the profitability of the hotel, maintaining accurate and timely financial reporting, ensuring acceptable levels on internal control, ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, and safeguarding owners’ assets.

Responsibilities

Assist Director of Finance, Sr. Assistant Director of Finance, in timely preparation of monthly financial statements for the property.
Prepare, monitor, and accurately record hotel revenues daily by preparation of the Income Journal.
Ensure all local, state, and federal accounting related legislation is always adhered to.
Safeguard all hotel assets and financial resources, ensuring all assets are used to maximize hotel profitability.
Monitor and control of hotel operations, cash flow and operating forecasts for the property.
Prepare monthly bank reconciliations and general ledger account reconciliations for the property.
Comply with JW Marriott Turnberry Miami Accounting Policies and Procedures and internal controls for our finance and accounting operations.
Manage and communicate related issues related to management of receivables, payables, daily cash balances, and timely deposits of all funds.
Monitor hotel revenues and expenses and ensure the accurate recording in accordance with JW Marriott Turnberry Miami’s established guidelines.
Assist the Director of Finance and Sr. Assistant Director of Finance to hire, train, supervise and develop staff, including coaching, counseling, and discipline.
Supervise accounting department staff.
Prepare of any special reports, statements, etc., as requested.
Perform any other duties requested by management.

Position Requirements

Minimum two years of hotel accounting experience at management level as accounting manager; golf resort environment preferred.
Comprehensive knowledge of hospitality operating systems and software.
Strong administrative, organizational, analytical, verbal, and written communication skills.
Prior SunSystems, DEMP, Blackline, Opera, and Paycom experience preferred.

Education

2-year University/College degree in Finance, Accounting, or related major plus a minimum of 2 years’ experience working in a large-scale hotel, preferred.
OR

4-year University/College degree in Finance, Accounting, or related major.

Skills and Abilities

Ability to communicate in the English language. Second language is a plus.
Strong problem solving and analytical abilities.
Ability to create and maintain spreadsheets as well as analyze and summarize financial data using appropriate financial software.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly, correctly, and in a way that allows one to solve work-related issues.
Ability to work flexible schedules including holidays and weekends and able to perform multiple tasks.
Ability to meet deadlines, work under pressure and work independently.
Experience using computers and software programs such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook).

Physical Requirements

On a continuous basis, sit at a desk for long periods of time in front of a computer screen.
Intermittently twist to reach equipment or supplies surrounding desk.
Use telephone and computer keyboard on a daily basis.
Physically fit to lift, pull and push items up to 50 pounds.
Standing/walking/reaching and bending throughout shift.

This company is an equal opportunity employer.

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