Complex Assistant Director of Finance

Omni Hotels & Resorts; Golden Horseshoe; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Director of Finance to lead their accounting office. This role offers a dynamic work environment where your leadership will inspire a team dedicated to excellence. You will manage financial analysis, reporting, and audit processes while ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in accounting, particularly in hospitality, and possess strong analytical and managerial skills. If you are passionate about finance and eager to contribute to a culture of respect and empowerment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of accounting experience, ideally in hospitality finance.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Manage the accounting team and oversee audit processes.
• Generate financial reports and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Accounting Experience

Analytical Skills

Management Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Overview

La Mansion del Rio

The Omni La Mansion del Rio is ideally nestled along the historic Riverwalk among the banks of the Paseo del Rio in downtown San Antonio. It is within easy walking distance of the famous Alamo, El Mercado, La Villita District, Spanish governor’s Palace, San Antonio Convention Center and other well-known landmarks.

Omni La Mansion del Rio’s associates enjoy a dynamic and exciting work environment, comprehensive training and mentoring, along with the pride that comes from working for a company with a reputation for exceptional service. We embody a culture of respect, gratitude and empowerment day in and day out. If you are a friendly, motivated person, with a passion to serve others, the Omni La Mansion del Rio may be your perfect match.

Job Description

The Assistant Director of Finance manages the day-to-day operation of the Accounting Office. Primary responsibilities include team management, financial analysis and financial reporting, audit and control, asset and liability reconciliation, and tax liability remittance. This position supports two adjacent properties, which each require separate reporting.

Responsibilities

Assisting in Management of Accounting Team

• Utilizes interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and encourage others; advocates sound financial/business decision making; demonstrates honesty/integrity; leads by example.
• Oversees internal, external and regulatory audit processes.
• Ensures that regular on-going communication occurs with employees to create awareness of business objectives, communicate expectations, and recognize performance.
• Celebrates successes by publicly recognizing the contributions of team members.
• Establishes and maintains open, collaborative relationships with employees.
• Provides excellent leadership (e.g., differentiates top performers, fosters teamwork and encourages work/life balance).
• Ensures employees establish and maintain open, collaborative relationships within their team.
• Participates in the employee performance appraisal process, providing feedback as needed.
• Ensures disciplinary procedures and documentation are completed according to Standard and Local Operating Procedures (SOPs and LSOPs).
• Ensures property policies are administered fairly and consistently.
• Utilizes an 'open door' policy.
• Solicits employee feedback.

Managing Projects and Policies

• Generates and provides accurate and timely results in the form of reports, presentations, etc.
• Analyzes information and evaluates results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
• Compiles, codes, categorizes, calculates, tabulates, audits, or verifies information or data.
• Ensures that the P&L is accurate (i.e., costs are properly matched to revenue, costs are recorded in the proper accounts) and statements are delivered to appropriate individuals in a timely manner.
• Reconciles balance sheet.
• Ensures tax rates used for sales/use tax are current and proper amounts are collected and/or accrued.
• Ensures compliance with standard and local operating procedures (SOPs and LSOPs).
• Ensures account balances are supported by appropriate documentation in accordance with SOPs.
• Reviews audit issues and makes corrections as necessary.
• Ensures property permits, licenses and if applicable vendor contracts are current.
• Leverages corporate support and other shared services.

Demonstrating and Applying Accounting Knowledge

• Demonstrates knowledge of job-relevant issues, products, systems, and processes.
• Keeps up-to-date technically and applies new knowledge to your job.
• Uses computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to set up functions, enter data, or process information.
• Uses relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
• Leverages technology and effectively uses information systems and tools to generate financial reports and provide managers with analytical support to drive decision-making.
• Provides financial information and guidance to others.
• Informs and/or updates the executives, the peers and the subordinates on relevant financial information in a timely manner.
• Attends critique meetings to review information with management team.
• Advises the Director of Finance on existing and evolving operating/financial issues.
• Communicates financial concepts in a clear and persuasive manner that is easy to understand and drives desired behaviors.
• Provides direction and assistance to other organizational units regarding accounting and budgeting policies and procedures, and efficient control and utilization of financial resources.
• Provides information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

Maintaining Finance and Accounting Goals

• Submits reports in a timely manner, ensuring delivery deadlines.
• Ensures profits and losses are documented accurately.
• Achieves and exceeds goals including performance goals, budget goals, team goals, etc.
• Develops specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
• Monitors all taxes that apply, ensuring that taxes are current, collected and/or accrued.
• Supports a strong accounting & operational control environment to safeguard assets, improve operations and profitability and manage business risks.

Qualifications

• Three to four years of accounting experience with at least one year experience in hotel or hospitality related Finance and Accounting management.
• Knowledge of hotel financial statements and reconciliation of A and L accounts.
• Analytical approach to problems with high regard for detail and accuracy.
• Sound administrative and managerial skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, advanced Excel skills.
• Have proficient training, coaching and counseling abilities.
• Multi-property accounting experience is highly preferential.