Taskforce Director of Finance

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Connecticut.

📋 Description

• Oversee the daily accounting operations, ensure forecasting accuracy, and manage budgeting for designated HEI assets.

• Supervise the month-end closing process, balance sheet reconciliation, and enhance processes within the control environment of the assigned hotels.

• Implement and introduce HEI initiatives and guidelines to newly managed properties.

• Provide support at properties to bridge management coverage gaps.

• Oversee and guide the financial activities of the hotel, protect assets, and prepare financial statements in compliance with GAAP and HEI standards.

• Conduct special financial analyses as requested by the General Manager and Corporate Office.

• Engage in Executive Committee and staff meetings.

• Aid managers in evaluating statements, distributions, and other financial information.

• Address deficiencies highlighted in Internal Audit reports.

• Administer cash control systems, audit assets and inventories, and handle leases, contracts, covenants, and restrictions.

• Prepare and coordinate the annual operating and capital expenditure budgets.

• Regulate capital expenditures and carry out ROI analyses.

• Prepare and assess financial statements, and communicate financial issues and performance metrics to management.

• Coordinate the labor management system for the property.

• Manage accounts receivable, enforce credit policies, oversee collections, write-offs, and credit loss reporting.

• Complete necessary financial reports and requests from HEI Corporate offices.

• Reconcile asset and liability account balances and oversee accruals, prepaid accounts, inventories, and payment deferrals.

• Maintain job descriptions and standards for the department, establish cross-training initiatives, and recruit management candidates.

• Execute other assigned duties.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Hotel Management.

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in Finance and Accounting within the Hotel or Hospitality sector.

• Demonstrated analytical approach to problem-solving, with attention to detail and accuracy.

• Strong assertive personality and professional demeanor.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to adjust communication style to cater to various audiences.

• Solid experience in the hotel or service industry, ideally within a multi-unit environment.

• Proven ability to effectively manage multiple complex project work streams to successful outcomes.

• Flexibility and capability to adapt to evolving business requirements.

• Travel is required 100% of the time.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive Medical and Dental benefits provided by Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield.

• Vision coverage available through EyeMed.

• Programs for Vacation, Sick leave, and Holidays.

• Pet insurance offered through the ASPCA.

• Supplemental, Spousal, and Child Life insurance options.

• Short- and Long-Term Disability plans available.

• 401(k) Savings Plan with matching contributions.

• Discounts available through the 'YouDecide' program.

• Hotel Room Discount program provided.