Job Requirements WHO YOU AREYou are confident in your abilities to be a General strategic thinker and a Soldier tactical doer.Your experiences have led you to understand that there is an art science in balancing a hotels financial responsibilities with the importance of engaged and valued hotel staff.You enjoy the camaraderie of a team and know that everyone plays an important role no matter their title. When one of the members of the team goes down you are the first to jump in and pick them up. You know the ins and the outs of every accounting position in your office and are willing to jump in the trenches and find solutions to improving the process.Your past experience and history have enabled you to work with human resources and understand those responsibilities will drive how you approach this role but you are always striving to learn more. Glasses are always half full to you and laughter is the best medicine.THE ROLEWe believe every individual should be proud of who they are where they come from and take pride in who we serve. We are in search of a diverse leader for the role of Director of Finance who will lead the accounting and finance responsibilities of the hotel.This position is responsible for promoting and adhering to GAAP compliance alignment with the AHLA Uniform System of Accounts and implementing human resources practices.It is crucial this role position themselves as the go-to person in the hotel for support coaching and education on company accounting and employment processes procedures and practices. The Director of Finance reports to the General Manager collaborates closely with their peers who are the Executive Committee and the Aparium Finance team in achieving financially sound and strategic business decisions.WHAT YOU WILL DOReinforce the companys Art Science ideologies to ensure the experiences of translocal hospitality intuitive service and collaboration are implemented and modeled by yourself and every leader of the hotelLead and be responsible for the accounting and finance procedures practices and policies for the hotel ensuring the execution and of all accounting tasks and required deadlines are achievedLead the preparation of budgets and forecasts for the hotel working collaboratively to establish and recommend to management major economic objectives and policies for the Hotel.Develop and implement procedures and necessary training to promote the efficient effective and timely completion of accounting activities by property accountants and managers and those responsible for cash handlingProvide financial analysis as required from Aparium key stakeholders and readily collaborate with EVP of Finance VP of Finance GM on hotel financial goals through reports and advising responsible for tracking and preparing cash flow statementsAdminister maintain and enforce legal and finance compliance initiatives policies and procedures including SOX PCI and other legal financial reporting and ensure adherence to Aparium policies and procedures and all applicable laws.Oversee the hotels financial reporting and records management coordinate and liaise with internal and external audits prepare reports required by regulatory agencies and identify and communicate process inefficiencies or operational issues and recommend appropriate solutions.Ensure Hotel Management Agreement compliance which includes negotiating administering and monitoring contracts with hotels vendors being a liaison to hotel owners other hotel departments and assist with the finance department and hotel-related issuesAdvise management of tax code revisions and desirable operational adjustments ensure timely payment and file all federal state & local sales taxes & fees payroll and vendor invoices and of course safeguard hotel resources assets and risk management assessmentsActively participate in the interviewing hiring training scheduling coaching and motivating team members to create an environment that nurtures ideas and develops a future talent for succession planningEnsure a sense of belonging for associates by upholding the companys values and guidelines for a Respectful Workplace Diverse Equitable and Inclusive environment behaviors outlined within the Manager Code of Conduct and Work Rules outlined in the Associate HandbookRole model the companys open-door policy and employee engagement practices which makes the hotel a great place to work demonstrate a positive work ethic and environment consistently guide and monitor business ethics and good business practice and perform other job-related duties as requestedDemonstrates a passion for being in the know" by spending time in departments attending shift briefings or department meetings exhibits servant leadership by lending a hand during crunch" timeDisplays a collaborative spirit with peers and managers by exchanging ideas and valuing differing opinions facilitates focus groups and identifies methods for employees to voice ideas or recommendations and ensures remedies are implementedHOW YOU WILL LEADHighly analytical in thought and recommendations although will never act like the smartest person in the room and continually seek out the facts can express a point of view without it being driven by an egoEngages others in general conversation tactics to build rapport quickly and can lead and adapt communication and presentation tactics to engage an audience displays adaptable interpersonal skills for a wide range of audiences and stakeholdersApproaches fact-finding and discovery missions in a collaborative effort values input and experiences of others that creates additional insight to uncover deeper issues that need to be addressed or removed as a barrier to implementationPassionate in driving results of their effort and others can influence others to take direction to execute on the strategy through tactical methods and is comfortable in prioritizing their work and that of othersComfortable in being a general" in identifying strategic needs yet can be a soldier" to ensure the implementation of a strategic plan is implementedValues the importance of making decisions with integrity maintaining confidentiality across internal workgroups and knows how to use discretion when appropriate understands the difference between transparency and confidentiality.Work Experience WHAT YOU WILL NEEDMinimum of five 5 years of progressive accounting and finance management experience we like to see that you have worked yourself up the ranks so you understand the responsibilities and tasks of your teamBachelors degree in Accounting Finance or Hospitality is preferred though not required if you have years of proven experienceBackground in hotel accounting would be great so you understand the intricacies and vernacular of hotel accounting specifically AHLA Uniform System of AccountsPrevious exposure and experience in leading and implementing human resources practices such as recruitment and hiring processes investigating employee relation cases and meaningful engagement activitiesWilling to work a flexible schedule as sometimes month-end" responsibilities and tasks need extra attention to ensure accuracyBenefits WHATS IN IT FOR YOUFlexible Time OffDiscount program for our sister hotels.Medical Dental Vision and pet insurance at an affordable group ratePaid time off to volunteer for the causes you care about in your community.Strong sense of belonging through diversity equity and inclusionDisclaimer This job posting is for a position at a hotel that is owned and operated by an independent franchisee. The franchisee controls all aspects of the hotels employment practices including recruiting hiring salary benefits and compensation decisions and the collection and processing of the personal data that you provide on this website. If you accept this position you will be employed by a franchisee and not by Hilton. You will not be eligible from compensation or benefits from Hilton. You will be eligible for compensation or benefits only as may be provided to you by the independent franchisee.