Task Force Director of Finance

About Us

HEI manages an unparalleled portfolio of leading full-service branded hotels and luxury and lifestyle independent hotels across the U.S. We are the acknowledged experts on upper-upscale, luxury, and premium select-serve hotels in urban, super-suburban, and destination locations. At HEI, we recognize that our enormous success is solely the result of our greatest asset: Our People. Where people work is a choice. Against that choice, our greatest obligation is to ensure day in and day out that our associates have the compensation and benefits they deserve and industry leading tools, training and support that they need to excel. At HEI, simply said, we honor the privilege of our associates choosing us by investing in and making them more valuable. Don't meet every single requirement of this job? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At HEI we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to still send in your information. You may be the perfect candidate for this or for other roles within our organization! We value U.S. military experience and invite all qualified military candidates to apply.

Overview

The Task Force Director of Finance is responsible for day to day accounting, forecasting accuracy, and budgeting of assigned HEI assets. Accountable for the month-end close process, balance sheet reconciliation, process improvement, and the control environment of each assigned hotel. The Transition Director of Finance is responsible for the successful onboarding and roll out of HEI initiatives and directives to newly managed HEI hotels as well as filling in at properties to assist in any gaps of management coverage. Supervises and directs the financial activities of the hotel, safeguards the assets, and prepares all financial reports in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and HEI Hotels and Resorts Standards. 

 

Responsibilities

• Executive Committee Responsibilities 

  • Ability to perform special financial analysis as needed and /or requested by General Manager and Corporate Office. 
  • Practical solutions from a cost vs. benefits viewpoint. Provide accurate policy interpretations. 
  • Actively participate in Executive Committee and staff meetings. 
  • Assist other managers in analyzing statements, distributions, and other financial data. 
  • Support and comply with property standards and Corporate SOP's. 

  Financial and Accounting Practices, Procedures, and Policies

  • Skill in correcting deficiencies identified on Internal Audit report. 
  • Effective use of the Controller's Checklist. 
  • Maintain effective cash control system with audits and reports for each period. 
  • Review security over assets and auditing inventories. 
  • Understanding of all pertinent leases, contracts, agreements, covenants, and restrictions. 
  • Knowledge of City, County, State sales tax laws and laws dealing with innkeepers, liquor, and labor. 

  Budget Preparation 

  • Schedule and coordinate the preparation and presentation of the annual operating budget. 
  • Coordinate all aspects of the capital expenditures budget according to SOP. 

  Capital Expenditure Control

  • Control the Capital Expenditure program and complete ROI Analysis.

  Financial Objectives 

  • Complete entries required for preparation of the financial statements. Review statements for inaccurate data and make corrections within the following period. 
  • Inform the General Manager and HEI Corporate management of current and potential financial problems. 
  • Keep management informed of sales and profit attainment throughout the period.
  • Coordinate the property's labor management system. 

  Accounts Receivable 

  • Maintain appropriate standards for 60-90 day accounts. Conform to standards regarding the average collection period. 
  • Documenting the local credit policy and auditing property compliances. 
  • Approve all major accounts for credit as defined by local policy. 
  • Conduct credit and write-off meetings as requested. 
  • Submit accurate and timely critiques and credit loss reports as required. 
  • Review all major banquet functions and group accounts for proper credit extensions prior to arrival. 
  • Maintain standard regarding level of bad debt expenses as related to credit sales. 
  • Aggressively fulfill the accounts receivable management responsibilities to maximize receivable realizations.