Director of Finance - The Little Nell

Company Description

Owned and operated by Aspen Hospitality, The Little Nell is Aspen's only Five-Star, Five-Diamond, ski-in/ski-out hotel and offers luxury services and unparalleled access to America's most famous mountain town. A Relais & Châteaux resort, the Nell is frequently recognized for its award-winning wine and culinary programs and dedicated service. The property boasts a variety of amenities, including two restaurants, three bars, a wine cellar and a speakeasy. The Little Nell is also home to the new The Nell Spa. During ski season, Nell guests have access to a slopeside ski concierge and numerous winter adventures. In summer months, guests enjoy lush gardens along with off-road adventures, stargazing, fly fishing and mountaintop yoga; plus, a pool, hot tub, and a newly renovated spa and health club. The Little Nell has been acknowledged with numerous awards including being named a Forbes Five-Star hotel since 1995, a AAA Five-Diamond hotel since 1991, a Wine Spectator Grand Award winner since 1997, recognition as one of America’s 100 Best Wine Restaurants from Wine Enthusiast and frequently nominated for its Outstanding Wine Program by the James Beard Foundation. The Nell will debut its first hotel outside of Aspen at Rockefeller Center in New York City in 2026. For more information, visit www.thelittlenell.com or follow @thelittlenell on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook. 

Job Description

Summary
The Director of Finance is responsible for overseeing the general accounting operations of the hotel. This position is responsible for implementing and maintaining a system of internal controls that will ensure that company assets are adequately safeguarded and that all financial reporting is prepared in compliance with all financial policies. This position reports to the Senior Director of Finance.

The budgeted salary range for this position is $120,000 - $150,000. Actual pay will be dependent on budget and experience, all our salaried roles are eligible for bonus.

Job Posting Deadline
Applications for this position will be accepted until January 26, 2025.

Essential Job Functions
•    Oversee and maintain operational standards for the following functions: accounting, cash handling, accounts payable, accounts receivable income audit, systems support and payroll support 
•    Maintain accurate accounting and financial records in compliance with company policies and procedures and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
•    Maintain accounting standard operating procedures for treasury, banking, accounts receivable, inventories, fixed assets, accounts payable, financial reporting, payroll and all internal controls
•    Manage preparation of daily, weekly, monthly, and annual financial reporting to hotel operations, parent company and ownership
•    Maintain ProfitSword infrastructure including user administration, chart of accounts, financial reporting and data integrity Develop and execute innovative business plans aligned with the company’s and brand’s strategic direction
•    Forecast working capital analysis and cash flow ensuring cash requirements are sufficient
•    Maintain a clean balance sheet with all accounts reconciled monthly and ensures items are clearing properly with no stale outstanding items to report out with accurate documentation and value of inventories on hand
•    Maintain fixed asset schedule including depreciation schedule for all fixed assets. Removes assets that are disposed of and accounts for all in accordance with GAAP    
•    Manage and control exposure to bad debt losses and ensure collection of overdue payments by maintaining procedures for credit and collection in accordance with company policies and procedures
•    Act as a liaison with Aspen One accounting to ensure adherence to company policies and procedures regarding treasury, banking, tax preparation, property insurance, and annual audits
•    Manage recurring capital process including capital requests, tracking of costs against approved budget, closing out completed projects and setting up of fixed assets
•    Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education & Experience
•    Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required
•    5 or more years of experience leading hotel finance and accounting division 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
•    Knowledge with hotel property management software, point of sale systems, electronic time clock systems, spreadsheet software and other hotel applications
•    Knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, and capital project accounting 
•    Proficient knowledge in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
•    Profi