Assists the Director of Finance in overseeing all financial functions related to the accounting and internal control over the financial reporting, assets and liabilities of the Hotel. Performs oversight, control and audit tasks surrounding the Hotel's accounts receivable, balance sheet reconciliation, accounts payable, payroll and income audit functions. Provides management with accurate and timely monthly financial statements and completes comprehensive and detailed workpapers supporting same. Assists Director of Finance with preparing budgets and financial forecasts. Assists in the innovation of new local policies and procedures to improve current financial and accounting systems. Provides direction, training and supervision to staff performing financial and accounting functions. Assumes responsibilities of the Director of Finance and the Payroll Department in periods of absence of the Director of Finance.
Job Description
Properly train, guide and lead staff to provide accurate and timely financial information.
Provide management services and work on special projects as assigned by Director of Finance.
Oversee daily administration of financial transactions to ensure that the Hotel's revenues and expenses are recorded as required by GAAP and the Uniform System of Accounts for the Lodging Industry (USALI)
Understand duties of your staff and provide cross-training within the Hotel departments as needed
Recruit, interview, hire, supervise train and develop staff in accordance with the organization's policies and procedures and applicable state and local laws.
Schedule, control, promote and discipline your staff according to organization's policies and applicable laws.
Lead and attend departmental meetings
Make sure management and guests receive accurate and timely accounts receivable reports and invoices
See that all travel agents, refunds and cancelled advance deposits are paid quickly and accurately
Ensure all vendors are paid correctly, timely and with proper authorization and account distribution
Oversee computer operations to maintain even flow of work and that equipment is maintained properly
Exert control over Profit and Loss statement accounts and protect company assets
Ensure timely and accurate collection of Accounts Receivable
Assist in the completion of timely and accurate annual budget and periodic forecasts
Work with hotel accounting staff to prepare accurate and timely month-end and year-end financial reports
Work with division leaders to provide comprehensive management of Hotel operations
Ensure accurate personnel and payroll records are kept
Determine that all recurring journal entries are prepared correctly
Determine that all tax reports are prepared on time
Reconcile all bank accounts
Ensure all monthly close tasks and ongoing SOX 404 Key Controls conform to Sonesta policies and procedures
Assist in the counting and control over cash on hand
Assist with the ongoing administration of credit card inquiries, disputes and chargebacks
Perform additional duties and projects assigned by Director of Finance
Deliver Passionate & Engaging Service to our Guests
You will be passionate and truly engaged in taking care of our guests, recognizing individual guests and anticipating their unique needs in order to exceed their expectations
You will consistently deliver under Sonesta's GUEST model:
G reet or welcome everyone, warmly with a smile
U se eye and ear contact and guest's name
E stablish/anticipate needs
S olve and own all requests/complaints
T hank everyone
Build solid relationship with your colleagues
Treat colleagues with respect and dignity
Additional Job Information/Anticipated
Pay Range
$80,000-$95,000 Annually
Benefits
Sonesta recognizes that benefits play a vital role in helping ensure the health and financial security of employees and their families. We offer a variety of benefits to our employees including:
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account with Company Match
401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
Paid Vacation and Sick Days
Sonesta Hotel Discounts
Educational Assistance
Paid Parental Leave
Company Paid Life Insurance
Company Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
Various Employee Perks and Discounts
Hospital Indemnity
Critical Illness Insurance
Accident Insurance
Upon submitting your application, please ensure you complete a full application in addition to attaching a resume. Incomplete applications received will not be considered.
