Director of Finance & Business Support

Accor; Long Beach (CA); In loco; USD 160.000 - 185.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Discounted room rates and F&B

Learning programs

Career growth opportunities

CSR initiatives

Descrizione del lavoro

Fairmont Breakers in Long Beach, CA seeks an accomplished Finance Leader to oversee its Finance, Purchasing & Receiving, and IT functions. You will prepare monthly and annual reports, ensure policy compliance, and drive on-time financial closes while partnering with hotel ownership on performance insights.

You will lead budgeting, forecasting, and internal audits, coordinate cross-departmental teams, and mentor a growing finance organization.

Competenze

• 5+ years in Senior Leadership leadership in accounting.
• University degree in Finance or Accounting.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and accounting software.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities.
• Detail-oriented with team collaboration.
• Guest-focused and professional demeanor.

Mansioni

• Lead and manage the Finance department, Purchasing & Receiving, and IT.
• Prepare financial statements including monthly and annual reports.
• Ensure financial records are maintained in compliance with policies and procedures.
• Ensure all financial reporting deadlines are met.
• Ensure accurate and efficient monthly, quarterly and year end close.
• Establish and monitor the implementation and maintenance of accounting control procedures.
• Balance operational, administrative and Colleague needs.
• Continuously manage and support budget and forecast activities and assist Departmental Leaders as required.
• Oversee the financial audit preparation and coordinate the audit process.
• Ensure accurate and appropriate recording and analysis of revenues and expenses.
• Analyze financial information to recommend or develop efficient use of resources and procedures; provide strategic recommendations.
• Lead and oversee the corporate Internal Audit review process, coordinating with corporate representatives and ensuring timely completion of all required documentation and deliverables.
• Partner with Department Leaders to ensure their respective areas are reviewed, supporting documentation is prepared, and all Internal Audit requirements and deadlines are met.
• Monitor audit findings and action plans, ensuring corrective actions are assigned, implemented, and completed within established timelines.
• Oversee talent acquisition, talent management cycle, performance of the team, training, and coaching.
• Follow departmental policies and procedures
• Follow all safety policies
• Other duties as assigned

Conoscenze

Senior Leadership

Financial analysis

Budgeting & forecasting

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Team management

Problem-solving

Formazione

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance or Accounting

Strumenti

Microsoft Office

Accounting software

Descrizione del lavoro

Company Description

Fairmont Breakers is a beloved feature of the Long Beach skyline, a historic landmark with a character and soul of its own. Originally opened in the roaring twenties as a lavish hotel on the waterfront, Breakers was a sought‑after destination for world‑famous stars. Following an extensive renovation, Fairmont Breakers returns as Long Beach’s only luxury hotel, restoring one of California’s most storied properties to its original grandeur. It offers 185 boutique rooms and suites; a rooftop pool and terrace; an open‑air rooftop lounge with views of the Pacific; a blissful two‑story spa, wellness and fitness center; dining venues and bars including a live jazz club; and 10,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor function space. Whether exploring the comforts of elevated coastal Italian cuisine in Nettuno or dining among the stars with champagne and caviar in Sky Room, Fairmont Breakers aims to delight all of your senses with artful surroundings and innovative offerings from our culinary team.

Job Description

• Lead and manage the Finance department, Purchasing & Receiving, and Information Technology, and ensure all standards are followed
• Compile and analyze financial information to prepare financial statements including monthly and annual reports
• Ensure financial records are maintained in compliance with accepted policies and procedures
• Ensure all financial reporting deadlines are met
• Ensure accurate and efficient monthly, quarterly and year end close
• Establish and monitor the implementation and maintenance of accounting control procedures
• Balance operational, administrative and Colleague needs
• Continuously manage and support budget and forecast activities and assist Departmental Leaders as required
• Oversee the financial audit preparation and coordinate the audit process
• Ensure accurate and appropriate recording and analysis of revenues and expenses
• Analyze and advise on business operations including revenue and expenditure trends, financial commitments and future revenues
• Serve as a key point of contact for the hotel ownership team on financial matters, providing timely updates, financial analysis, and operational performance insights.
• Lead and participate in regular financial review calls and meetings with hotel ownership, presenting financial results, budget and forecast updates, variances, and performance against established targets.
• Prepare and communicate financial reports, analysis, and supporting documentation for ownership reviews, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and alignment with ownership expectations.
• Lead and oversee the corporate Internal Audit review process, coordinating with corporate representatives and ensuring timely completion of all required documentation and deliverables.
• Partner with Department Leaders to ensure their respective areas are reviewed, supporting documentation is prepared, and all Internal Audit requirements and deadlines are met.
• Monitor audit findings and action plans, ensuring corrective actions are assigned, implemented, and completed within established timelines.
• Analyze financial information to recommend or develop efficient use of resources and procedures; provide strategic recommendations and maintain solutions to business and financial problems
• Oversee talent acquisition, talent management cycle, performance of the team, training, and coaching.
• Follow departmental policies and procedures
• Follow all safety policies
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Senior Leadership experience in accepted accounting practices and principles required
• University degree in Finance or Accounting required
• Computer literate in Microsoft Office applications and relevant accounting and computer applications required
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal and problem‑solving abilities
• Highly responsible & reliable with exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to work cohesively as part of a team
• Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times

Additional Information

What is in it for you:

• Salary range: $160,000 - $185,000 USD gross per annum
• Discounted hotel rooms and food & beverage rates to employees at our sister properties around the globe.
• We provide learning programs through our Academies to promote growth and development so that you can perform at your full potential.
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities, like Planet 21 and WATCH

Accor is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer EOE/M/F/V/D.

We provide an environment of trust, respect, and integrity. A home away from home. Where diversity and inclusion are celebrated. Privacy and personal information are protected. Through Accor’s Employee Value Proposition, we ensure fair treatment and a workplace free from discrimination & harassment.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent. We commit to a future where diverse identities are celebrated, and equitable and inclusive practices are woven into the fabric of everything we do as an organization.