Associate Director of Finance

About Us

An iconic hotel in Greenwich, the Hyatt Regency Greenwich has been fully re-imagined, creating a new and unique experience in Fairfield County. With a strong emphasis on art, design, storytelling, and innovation, our hotel embodies the rich cultural and natural tapestries of Greenwich, expressing the comforts of home with the history of Greenwich as its creative lens. At the Hyatt Regency Greenwich, we believe that the charm and history of Connecticut is a source of inspiration to all. That’s why we’ve created a hotel experience that puts collaboration at the heart of everything we do. Join our team and be inspired when you enjoy all the benefits of a home away from home. Our local associates benefits including a hot meal in our associate cafeteria, free parking, access to our fitness center and pool, as well as discounts at Hop Scotch Salon.

Overview

Assist Director of Finance in directing the financial activities of the hotel, safeguarding the assets, and preparing all financial reports in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and HEI Hotels and Resorts Standards. 

Responsibilities

Departmental Functions

• Have knowledge of all job descriptions and SOP's relating to functions within department. 
• Be able to perform all accounting functions in the event assistance is needed. 
• May monitor scheduling of all accounting associates, including Night Audit. 
• Ability to plan effectively in order to meet demands of both guests and staff

Training 

• Set priorities regarding training needs within the department. 
• Accurately assess staff members' training needs and locate sources to provide training needed. 
• Train and develop staff members in multiple areas. 

Communications 

• Ability to speak and write effectively in English. 
• Ability to express thoughts clearly and concisely. 
• Listen and absorb information correctly. 
• Communicate well at all levels within the organization. 

Leadership 

• Manage associates and resources effectively. 
• Effectively practice firm and fair associate treatment. 
• Foster teamwork within the department. 
• Identify and solve problems within existing time constraints. 

Relationships with Other Departments 

• Use effective communication skills in order to work with department to reach common goal. 
• Assist in building strong relationships with other departments throughout property through effective demonstration of communication, training, and listening skills. 

Coaching and Counseling 

• Interview, hire, train, recommend performance evaluations, resolve problems, provide open communication and recommend discipline and/or termination when appropriate. 
• Use sound judgment in making decisions. 
• Determine proper atmosphere for coaching and counseling. 
• Objectively analyze associate performance and determine strengths and weaknesses. 
• Handle all disciplinary matters in accordance with policy and consistently with all associates. 

Accounting Practices, Procedures, and Policies 

• Assist in Producing Financial Statements within designated time frame for preliminary distribution to hotel management and to meet HEI Corporate requirements. 
• Verify compliance with Finance SOP manual. 
• Participate in asset inventories. 
• Maintain records storage area in compliance with record retention requirements of relevant government agencies. 
• Preparation and knowledge of sales tax returns, as well as any other applicable tax liabilities. 

Accounts Receivable and Cash Flow 

• Manage and oversee all Accounts Receivable functions, including collection calls as needed. 
• Verify credit cards are processed every night by night audit as needed.
• Verify cash deposits are made timely as needed.

 

Balance Sheet Reconciliation 

• Assist Controller with the Reconciliation of balance sheet accounts each period. 
• Review any problem accounts with Controller and adjust entries to the general ledger. 

Assist Controller as Needed 

• Help with any projects that may be requested.
• Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis. 
• Perform any other job related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• One year experience in Hotel or Hospitality related Finance and Accounting. 
• B.S. in Accounting or Hotel Management.
• Analytical approach to problems with regard for detail and accuracy. 
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