Assistant Director, Finance and Business Support

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts; Lake Louise; Sur place; CAD 110 000 - 150 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Subsidized staff accommodation

Meal subsidy

Comprehensive benefits package

Pension plan

Employee travel discounts

Travel program discounts

Résumé du poste

Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise in Banff National Park is seeking an experienced finance leader to assist the Director of Finance and Business Support. You will oversee daily accounting operations, reconcile statements, and support strategic planning and audits.

Ideal candidates bring CPA/CHAE credentials or a relevant degree, 8+ years in accounting with leadership experience, and familiarity with hotel systems such as Opera, Micros, and SAP Concur.

Qualifications

• CPA or CHAE designation or a university degree with accounting specialization.

Responsabilités

• Assist the Director, Finance and Business Support in ensuring accounting staff understand and follow policies.
• Oversee day-to-day operations of accounting department to ensure efficient daily work practices.
• Develop relationships with department heads to provide financial support and planning.
• Assist in reviewing financial performance, forecasts and budgets; analyze variances and suggest strategies.
• Supervise month-end reconciliations, journal entries and closing procedures.
• Maintain accounts and controls; ensure accurate reporting and statements.
• Assist in balance sheet reconciliations and preparation of operating statements and forecasts.
• Lead the Internal Audit committee in achieving targets and support the Director of Finance.

Connaissances

Leadership

Coaching

Communication

Budgeting

Formation

CPA or CHAE

Accounting degree

Outils

One Stream

Sun Infor Cloud

Opera Property Manager

Micros

Silverware

Birchstreet

Cora

Dayforce

SAP Concur

Microsoft Excel

Description du poste

Company Description

Embrace your passion for hiking, skiing, snowboarding and many other outdoor activities in Banff National Park while pursuing a fulfilling career at Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise. Take a risk, make a change and experience a new adventure while further developing your career. To live and work in a National Park is a once in a lifetime opportunity. Our team is a network of empowered individuals with a strong sense of themselves and the hospitality industry. Work hard, play hard and receive extraordinary benefits including subsidized onsite accommodations, which make saving money very easy to manage. Join our Fairmont family today!

Company Description

Embrace your passion for hiking, skiing, snowboarding and many other outdoor activities in Banff National Park while pursuing a fulfilling career at Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise. Take a risk, make a change and experience a new adventure while further developing your career. To live and work in a National Park is a once in a lifetime opportunity. Our team is a network of empowered individuals with a strong sense of themselves and the hospitality industry. Work hard, play hard and receive extraordinary benefits including subsidized onsite accommodations, which make saving money very easy to manage. Join our Fairmont family today!

Job Description

• Assist the Director, Finance and Business Support in ensuring that accounting staff understand and follow applicable policies and procedures outlined in the hotel Finance & Accounting Policies and Procedures Manual.
• Oversee day-to-day operations of accounting department to ensure smooth, effective and efficient daily work practices.
• Work under the guidance of director, of Finance and Business to support and develop departmental performance of staff through training and performance feedback
• Develop key relationships with respective department Heads and senior managers to provide financial support and understanding of short and long term financial plans.
• Assist in reviewing financial performance of department/area, analysis of variances, forecasts and budgets. Challenge existing strategies and recommend alternate strategies
• Supervise, conduct and prepare month-end account reconciliations, account analysis and closing procedures.
• Prepare and post journal entries, ensuring efficient completion of all month-end functions.
• Maintain system of accounts and controls, providing accurate data necessary for all required accounting reports and statements.
• Verify the accuracy of all Income Audit transactions and ensure daily revenue and rebate summary is reconciled.
• Co-ordinate and ensure that all daily management reports are issued on a timely and accurate basis.
• Administer financial component of concession leases, ensuring accurate monthly and annual reporting and reconciliation of all rents due to hotel operations and corporate office.
• Lead the Internal Audit committee and support Director of Finance in ensuring all divisions exceed the corporate & regional audit score targets.
• Assist with and help with Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable and Cashier.
• Assist in ensuring all balance sheet accounts are reconciled on a monthly basis
• Assist in the preparation of financial operating statements and reports in accordance with Finance and Accounting Policy and Procedure.
• Assist in the creation of the Annual Operating Budget and Strategic Plan.
• Assist in the creation of the Monthly Rolling Operating Forecast.
• Assist in the effective utilization and integration of hotel and accounting technology systems, including software applications, current and future.
• Act as a Trust Officer for the hotel.
• Represent the accounting office and the Director of Finance in their absence.
• Actively contribute to hotel overall leadership and direction.

Qualifications

• Professional designation (CPA, CHAE) or acceptable university degree with an appropriate specialization in accounting or enrolled in a recognized accounting program with progression to 4th or 5th level.
• Minimum of 8 years of accounting experience, including at least 3 years in a managerial role with comparable scope and responsibilities.
• Experience in hospitality accounting, particularly within luxury hotels, will be considered an asset.
• Proven leadership and coaching skills with a track record of developing a highly motivated and cross-trained group of progressive accounting professionals.
• Familiarity with hotel operating systems and financial application software, including One Stream, Sun infor cloud, Opera Property Manager, Micros, Silverware, Birchstreet Purchasing System, Cora, Dayforce, SAP Concur.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Word.
• Excellent administrative, interpersonal, organizational, written and verbal communication skills.

Job Perks & Benefits:

• Subsidized staff accommodation provided on-site for full time status employees
• One complimentary meal per shift in our staff cafeteria (additional meals can be purchased for $8/meal)
• Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Vision & Dental) including extended benefits like; Mental Health (up to $5,000/year), Orthodontics (up to $2,500/year), Fertility Drugs and Gender Affrinmation (Lifetime maximum of $10,000) for full time permanent status employees
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with employer matching up to 5% of annual earnings for full time permanent status employees
• Employee travel program with discounts on room rates as well as on food & beverage at Fairmont & Accor properties world-wide
• Access to the Mountain Explorer Travel Program - Discounted room rates including 50% off all food & beverage at Fairmont Resorts in Banff, Lake Louise, Jasper & Whistler (subject to availability)
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise and over 5,000 properties with Accor

Visa Requirements:

Must be legally authorized to work in Canada. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

At Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, we believe that the strength of our team lies in its diversity. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that respects the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents of the individual. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are dedicated to providing equal access to opportunities. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates.