Hotel Finance Leader — Assistant Director

PGA National Resort & Spa; Florida; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

PGA National Resort & Spa seeks an Assistant Director of Finance to lead the accounting department and ensure accurate financial reporting and robust internal controls. You will supervise the Accounting, Purchasing and IT functions in the absence of the Finance Director and drive staff development.

The role requires 3+ years of hotel accounting leadership, familiarity with Opera and POS systems, and strong communication skills. This on-site position is based in Palm Beach Gardens, FL.

Qualifications

• Professional designation or acceptable university degree with a specialization in Accounting or enrolled in a recognized accounting program with progression to 4th or 5th level.
• Minimum of 3 years hotel accounting experience at a senior level.
• 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 software, including Microsoft Office, POS, Opera and Sales & Catering.
• Excellent administrative, interpersonal, organizational, written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day to day operations of accounting department.
• Develop an engaged, enthusiastic and service driven team of accounting professionals.
• Recruit, develop and motivate the accounting group.
• Assist in the preparation of financial operating statements and reports in accordance with Corporate Policy and Procedure.
• Assist departments in the interpretation, orientation, training and analysis of revenue, payroll and expense matters.
• Represent the accounting office and the Controller in his/her absence.
• Maintain system of accounts and controls, providing accurate data necessary for all required accounting reports and statements.
• Actively involved in ensuring clean internal and external audit reports.
• Prepare and post journal entries, ensuring efficient completion of all month-end functions for review with Controller
• Monitor, supervise and prepare month-end balance sheet account reconciliation and analysis.
• Participate in the creation of the Annual Operating & Capital Budgets, Strategic Plan, and Monthly Operating Forecasts.
• Coordinate and ensure that all daily, semi-monthly and monthly management reports are issued on a timely and accurate basis.
• Assist in the effective utilization and integration of hotel and accounting technology systems, including software applications, current and future.
• Actively contribute to hotel overall leadership and direction.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Accounting degree or professional designation

Tools

Microsoft Office

POS

Opera PMS

Sales & Catering

Job description

PGA National Resort & Spa seeks an Assistant Director of Finance to lead the accounting department and ensure accurate financial reporting and robust internal controls. You will supervise the Accounting, Purchasing and IT functions in the absence of the Finance Director and drive staff development.

The role requires 3+ years of hotel accounting leadership, familiarity with Opera and POS systems, and strong communication skills. This on-site position is based in Palm Beach Gardens, FL.