Assistant Director of Finance - Austin, United States - White Lodging

Description

Summary:
The Assistant Director of Finance manages the day to day operation of the Accounting office. Primary responsibilities include financial analysis and financial reporting, audit and control, and cash controls.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the AP and Cash functions.
• Oversees General Cashier and Income Auditor.
• Processes daily sales upload in TM1 and reviews for accuracy.
• Ensures compliance with all Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and the Uniform System of Accounts for the Lodging Industry (USALI).
• Assists Director of Finance and department heads in the interpretation and analysis of financial data, recommending courses of action to maximize hotel profitability.
• Maintains a strong accounting & operational control environment to safeguard assets, improve operations and profitability and manage business risks. Ensures compliance with all appropriate and required Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Communicates financial concepts in a clear and persuasive manner that is easy to understand and drives desired behaviors.
• Leverages technology and effectively uses information systems and tools to generate financial reports.
• Reviews audit issues and makes corrections as necessary.
• Monitors systems to ensure accuracy of data (e.g., outlet menu prices) and support the achievement of revenue goals.
• Ensures tax rates used for sales/use tax are current and proper amounts are collected and/or accrued. Documents tax exempt transactions.
• Ensures hotel permits, licenses and if applicable vendor contracts are current.
• Performs other duties as assigned to meet business needs.

Other Information


SKILLS

• Understanding of hotel accounting processes including AP, AR, GL, and cash.
• Understanding of Front office accounting processes including PMS, POS, Guest Ledger, and Audit.
• Understanding of Accounting Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Internal Control Best Practices.
• Strong analytical abilities.
• An intermediate ability to use standard software applications and hotel systems.
• Strong skills in communication, problem solving, organization, and employee relations.
• Knowledge of overall hotel operations as they affect the accounting department.
• Understanding of purchasing and inventory controls.
• Ability to troubleshoot technology related issues.
• Effective decision making skills.
• Effective presentation skills.
• Ability to influence department managers in procedural issues & requirements.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• 4-year bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• 2 years of experience in hotel accounting is preferred.

FULL TIME BENEFIT OVERVIEW

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Short- and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off to include Vacation, Holidays, & Sick
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Complimentary and Discounted Rooms

Location Code: 2558

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