Assistant Director of Finance & Business Support

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION: Assistant Director, Finance & Business Support

 

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:
You are a self-starter who is organized, detail oriented, an excellent communicator, and creative. When combined with your strong interpersonal and analytical skills, your passion for numbers, strategy, and people shines through.

Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Assistant Director of Finance & Business Support, will be responsible for overseeing the day to day operations of the Finance Departments including labor, compliance, month end, and deadlines are met in an accurate, timely manner in Accor’s continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability. Specifically, you would be responsible for performing the following tasks:

• Recruit, develop, and motivate to ensure the Finance Department is comprised of top talent
• Assist in the preparation of financial operation statements and reports in accordance with Corporate Policy/Procedure
• Assist departments in the interpretation, orientation, training, and analysis of revenue, payroll, and expense matters
• Maintain system 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 the Area Director, Finance & Business Support
• Monitor, supervise, and prepare month-end balance sheet account reconciliation and analysis
• Oversee and manage the Monthly forecast Monthly Operation Forecasts, working with department heads to strategically and forecast within the Accor accuracy guidelines
• Participate in meetings with the owners as directed by the Director of Finance
• Participate in the creation of the Annual Operation budgets & Capital Budgets
• Oversee and manage the Accounts Receivable team with support of the Director of Finance. Excluding direct billing which will be overseen by the Director of Finance.
• 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 financial technology systems, including software applications, current and future
• Actively contribute to hotel overall leadership and direction
• Participate in the periodic inventory procedures
• Track contracts and ensure compliance and timely renewal
• Ensure financial records and transactions are maintained in compliance with GAAP and company policies and procedures
• Ensure all financial reporting deadlines are met
• Analyze business operations including revenue and expenditure trends, financial commitments, and internal process steps. As well as recommend new processes or solutions to business and financial problems
• Active participate in the departmental colleague engagement efforts
• Follow all safety policies and maintain a safe work environment
• Adhere to all hotel systems and internal controls.
• Follow departmental policies and procedures.
• Any other tasks that may be assigned

Qualifications

YOUR EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS INCLUDE:

• Professional designation or acceptable university degree with an appropriate specialization in Finance is preferable
• Previous leadership experience required
• Hotel finance experience and previous finance experience at a management level
• Proven leadership and coaching skills with a track record of developing highly motivated and cross-trained group of progressive financial professionals
• Computer literate in Microsoft Windows applications or relevant computer applications required, knowledge of OPERA, GFS/SUN, Hyperion, POS
• University/College degree in a related discipline an asset
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities
• Highly responsible & reliable to work on own
• Ability to work cohesively as part of a team
• Ability to work independently and prioritize responsibilities

 

Physical Aspects of Position: 
Physical aspects of the position include but are not limited to the following: 

• Frequent sitting throughout shift
• Occasional standing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting
• Occasional ascending or descending ladders, stairs and ramps

Additional Information

WHAT IS IN IT FOR YOU:

• Salary: $116,000 - $125,000
• Employee Benefit Card offering discounted rates at Accor worldwide
• Learning & Development programs through our Academies
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within our property and across the world!
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibilities, such as Sustainability, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging
• Comprehensive Benefit Package which offers: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance, Accidental Injury Insurance, Hospital Support, Critical Illness Insurance, 401K plan, Paid leave such as Vacation, Personal, Maternity/Paternity and Holiday.

 

Heart + Artist = Heartist®
Our Heartist Culture 
At Accor, we are all Heartists®. Passionate and experts in what we do, each and every one of us, with our own personality, master the fine art of welcoming, connecting, and serving others. We are passionate about people and attentive to the world, it is the Heartist® way of being.

Generous, attentive, and free, we ensure that everyone can come as they are, and feel like they belong. As one big team, we know that only together can we do amazing things! The world is more welcoming when we’re connected heart to heart. How we do it? We care, we dare, we place people at the heart of everything we do.

We aim at creating exceptional experiences that will turn both guests and employees into raving fans, because our own well-being in our jobs is just as important as our guest fulfillment. Like all good stories, everything is related. We are driven by our shared values. 

Come As You Are
Imagine a workplace with leaders and colleagues who show up real, who embrace vulnerability, let go of egos and inspire authentic, genuine connections. Come as YOU are by adding your voice to 120 cultures and counting. Our culture of inclusion welcomes everyone, regardless of race, gender, background, or… anything really!

For five years in a row, our colleagues have voted Swissôtel Chicago a Top Workplace and every day we strive to bring our best selves to work to live up to this tremendous honor. We are looking for individuals who love nothing more than to connect with fellow humans. If you love the idea of building a career and being celebrated in your job for simply being YOU – then apply with us today and tell us about yourself! 

Our Community Outreach
Our colleagues are passionate about connecting to the world and to others. Swissotel Chicago is committed to making a positive impact in the community through partnerships with local nonprofit organizations and community initiatives. We’ve proudly supported organizations such as One Family Illinois and All Stars Project, helping provide resources, opportunities, and support to individuals and families in need. Through volunteer efforts, charitable partnerships, and community engagement, we strive to give back and create meaningful connections beyond the workplace.  

Our Vitality
Made possible by Harry Weese’s visionary design, Swissôtel Chicago boasts “forever” views of the Chicago skyline, Navy Pier, and Lake Michigan. Our colleague culture is inspired by Vitality; united by a common goal to deliver heartfelt service, build meaningful relationships and lead quality lives. With incomparable event space, 662 newly renovated guest rooms and suites, a one of a kind penthouse ballroom and flawless food & beverage delivery, Swissôtel Chicago is the premiere hotel in Chicago for leisure and conference guests.  

About Accor
We are a worldwide Augmented Hospitality leader. We are 300,000 experts committed to reinventing hospitality with unique and unrivalled experiences within our addresses. We are Accor. Our promise is caring and impeccable service. We nurture real passion for service and achievement beyond limits. Our mission is to make the impossible possible to realize your dreams. 

We’re so much more than hotels—we’re creating innovative lifestyle experiences, whether you live, work or play. Blaze your own trail from 50+ hotel brands, restaurants, nightclubs, spas, co-working spaces, and tech start-ups. 

About Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts 
Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts got its start in Switzerland, a country known for big mountains and equally high standards of living. Its contemporary Swiss style and locally inspired flair attracts business and leisure travelers who enjoy high-end hotels but prefer fresh innovation to stale pretension. Conveniently located where travelers want to be, Swissôtel provides guests with the opportunity to stay in the heart of city centers worldwide where access to business and shopping districts are right around the corner. Swissôtel properties can be found in over 30 well-located properties around the world, with many more in development. 
 
As guests of the world, every Swissôtel upholds Swiss sustainability standards. In fact, Swissôtel has a mission: to treat guests, team members, and the environment with equal respect. Swissôtel is now part of Accor, a world-leading travel & lifestyle group and digital innovator offering unique experiences in more than 4,000 hotels, resorts and residences around the globe. But no matter how international Swissôtel becomes, just like the country it was founded in, it remains a small hotel at heart.