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The Assistant Director of Finance supports the Director of Finance in managing the hotel’s daily financial operations, ensuring accurate reporting, strong internal controls, and compliance with policies. The role oversees accounting functions, assists with budgeting and forecasting, and partners with departments to improve financial performance and cost efficiency.
Job Responsibility:
Thoroughly understand and possess a working knowledge of the Accounting & Finance Manual
Excellent understanding of Month-End Process including, but not limited to, preparation of financial statements, accruals and journal entries, maintain reconciliations for all balance sheet accounts in established corporate formats and in accordance with generally accepted accounting principals
Great attention to detail along with a continuous innovation of daily working of the Finance team under the direction of the Director of Finance
Coordinate, observe and prepare all operating equipment and supply inventories in accordance with corporate policies and as directed by the Director of Finance
Prepare Daily Cash Position report and maintain the highest level of investment of excess funds in accordance with corporate guidelines as prescribed in the Accounting & Finance Manual
Assist the Director of Finance in preparation of all budgets and forecasts
Ensure the outstanding liability for all revenue/profit related fees (i.e. Management Fees, Incentive Fees, Marketing Fees, Advertising Fees, Royalty Fees) is accurate and complies with the respective Management Agreement(s)
Ensure electronic payments have the signatory of a member of Group B on each individual page and the initials of a member of Group A and both members of Group A and B sign the Batch Total of the payment run
Ensure strict access controls over unused cheques to prevent improper or unauthorized use of the documents and ensure there is segregation of duties in place to safeguard the writing and voiding of negotiable bank cheques
Ensure accurate exchange rates in Financial Reporting are applied to the local currency (where applicable) and valued in the currency stipulated in the Management Agreement
Ensure post-departure credit card credit allowances are performed only by accounting and all such allowances are reviewed and signed per the SR-5 by Director of Finance or Assistant Director of Finance and all “Unmatched Credits” reports provided by credit card processing company are reviewed/scrutinized by DOF monthly and retained by the Director of Finance
Approve all journal entries with supporting documentation (as appropriate) and ensure all non-standard, non-recurring entries are countersigned by Director of Finance
Ensure the system is set up to prevent month end closing without all journal entries being posted, updated or otherwise entered into the General Ledger
Ensure that monthly reconciliations for all balance sheet accounts are prepared and all bank reconciliations are countersigned by Director of Finance on a monthly and on a quarterly basis
Director of Finance approves all reconciliations paying special attention to reconciling items
Coordinate and facilitate external and internal audits
As required, have a working knowledge of residential (or other entity) accounting procedures and how it affects the hotel’s financials
Continuously strive for improvement of processes and efficiency
Monitor and control expenses of the hotel paying special attention to the daily reporting done by the auditor of the hotel and addressing issues that not only have material effect, but also effect the guest experience
Ensure that House Funds and Floats Counts are up to date and limit any kind of exposure that would affect the profitability
Assist the Director of Finance in Forecasting/Budgeting
For locations that maintain full balance sheets including fixed assets, ensure accumulated depreciation accounts are accurate and properly recorded
Perform additional tasks or projects as assigned by the hotel management
Requirements:
Three to five years of experience in a related position within Four Seasons or another reputable organization
University degree with a major in Accounting or Finance
Proven leadership skills in a hotel or resort environment
Highest level of integrity and transparency
Strong interpersonal and relationship‑building skills to collaborate with cross‑functional teams, negotiate for resources, influence stakeholders, and gain commitment to plans and initiatives
Excellent written and verbal communication skills to prepare reports, deliver presentations, and facilitate effective meetings
Ability to promote a continuous learning environment that supports professional development
Ability to apply an ethical approach to influence outcomes appropriately
Serve as a role model by demonstrating strong business conduct and ethical principles
Commitment to continuously developing team performance and striving to improve personal performance