Director of Finance

Four Seasons Resort Hualalai; Cabo San Lucas; Presencial; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Join a prestigious resort as the Director of Finances, where you will safeguard assets and ensure financial integrity. This role involves preparing accurate financial reports, managing budgets, and advocating for finance policies. You will work in a vibrant environment, surrounded by stunning ocean views, and contribute to creating memorable experiences for guests. If you are passionate about finance and thrive in a dynamic setting, this is the perfect opportunity to elevate your career and be part of a dedicated team committed to excellence.

Servicios

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Paid Time Off

Flexible Schedule

Formación

• Proven experience in financial reporting and analysis.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and compliance.

Responsabilidades

• Safeguard hotel assets and ensure financial resources are maximized.
• Prepare comprehensive monthly financial reports in corporate formats.

Conocimientos

Financial Reporting

Budgeting

Accounting Principles

Internal Controls

Compliance Management

Cost Management

Educación

Bachelor's Degree in Finance

Master's Degree in Business Administration

Herramientas

Accounting Software

Financial Analysis Tools

Descripción del empleo

About Four Seasons:

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights, and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one, and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us, or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About the location:

On the stunning southern coast of Mexico’s Baja peninsula, experience Cabo’s Golden Corridor with Mexican chic and a cool Mediterranean vibe. In the heart of all the action, the coveted community of Cabo Del Sol is home to our modern hacienda-style village, with sparkling ocean views throughout. Create magical memories as hearts beat to the rhythm of Mexican music, art, and culture – embraced by the warmth of our Four Seasons “familia.”

Be a part of something truly special! Join the dream team of Four Seasons Cabo San Lucas at Cabo Del Sol as Director of Finances. This expansive property includes 96 beautifully appointed guestrooms and 61 Residences, centrally located in the "tourist corridor" between Cabo San Lucas and San José del Cabo atop the breathtaking Baja California Sur with amazing views of the sea where the Sea of Cortez meets the Pacific Ocean. Amenities will include three restaurants, three resort pools, an open-air fitness center, Spa & Spa Garden, and a Clubhouse event facility.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Responsible for safeguarding the hotel assets and financial resources to ensure that all are utilized to maximize hotel profitability. Provide timely and accurate financial information and counsel to hotel senior management and ensure that the hotel operates within all related local and corporate policies and procedures and under the terms of the Management Agreement.
2. Continuously deliver the highest level of product with respect to financial reporting and analysis, internal control compliance, and business management. Ensure this is done with both integrity and accuracy.
3. Ensure that bank accounts are opened in consultation with owners with a bank of strong financial standing, and if local rating services are available, they should be utilized for verification of financial strength.
4. Ensure all cheques are signed only by authorized parties and that positive pay and positive payee are in place on all bank accounts (where available).
5. Ensure the preparation of a comprehensive monthly report of the entire financial results of the hotel in established corporate formats and in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.
6. Effectively advocate Finance Department programs and policies to Planning Committee, Department Heads, and employee groups.
7. Monitor the status of Accounts Receivable aging and billing collections to achieve company standards.
8. Maintain files on all contracts, leases, and agreements and ensure compliance with their requirements; ensure proper authorization has been obtained for all hotel-specific contracts (including Engineering), leases, and other agreements, and that competitive bids are on file where applicable and reviewed prior to execution of contracts.
9. As applicable, ensure compliance with all loan covenants, and verify that the balance of long-term debt is accurate and agrees with all supporting documentation when payments are made.
10. As appropriate, based on the hotel's accounting on behalf of owners, interest accruals on long-term debt may be recorded on the hotel's books; the Director of Finance should ensure accuracy of the unpaid balance and applicable interest rate, and accrue the expense to the Interest Expense line item and record the corresponding liability in the Accrued Interest liability account.
11. Ensure that monthly reconciliations for all balance sheet accounts are prepared and signed off on in accordance with policy.
12. Review and sign off on all bank reconciliations monthly, paying special attention to reconciling items.
13. Continuously strive for improvement of processes and efficiency.
14. Monitor, control, and record all sales, purchases, salaries, and expenses of the hotel.
15. Closely monitor and effectively manage labor costs; plan vacations effectively and ensure proper service levels are provided with the labor standards, while minimizing OT. Comply with applicable Employment Laws.
16. Prepare forecasts and budgets as required locally, by corporate office, or Management Agreement.
17. Review the cash position of the hotel daily to optimize the use of funds.
18. Ensure gains/losses on the sale/disposal of fixed assets are properly disclosed and recorded on the Statement of Changes in financial position (SR-25 where applicable) and on the P&L statement.

Additional responsibilities include maintaining accurate fixed asset depreciation accounts, driving new business opportunities, mentoring finance staff, maintaining relationships with all departments and external parties, enforcing company standards, and ensuring compliance with policies and regulations.