Finance Director

You were always one of those curious kids who opened every cabinet, peeked behind every door, and never ceased to ask "why" when given an explanation. Today, you bring your personal style to every experience. You live life to discover. You are passionate about your neighborhood, always looking to explore the places one wouldn’t find in a travel guide. If this sounds like you, you’re in the right place. You’ve got authentic style, natural curiosity and a warm way with people. Renaissance is not just a place to spend the night, it's a place to discover, a place in the world with style like yours. That’s why we’re not just looking for anyone. We’re looking for someone like you.

JOB SUMMARY

Functions as the property’s strategic financial business leader. The position champions, develops and implements property-wide strategies that deliver products and services to meet or exceed the needs and expectations of the brand’s target customer and property employees. The position provides the financial expertise to enable the successful implementation of the brand service strategy and brand initiatives while maximizing the return on investment. In addition, creates and executes a business plan that is aligned with the property and brand’s business strategy and focuses on the execution of financial activities and the delivery of desirable financial results.

Education and Experience

• 4-year bachelor's degree in Finance and Accounting or related major; 3 years experience in the finance and accounting or related professional area. OR Master's degree in Finance and Accounting or related major; 1 year experience in the finance and accounting or related professional area.

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES

Engaging in Strategic Planning and Decision Making

 Develops means to improve profit, including estimating cost and benefit, exploring new business opportunities, etc.Analyzes information, forecasts sales against expenses and creates annual budget plans.Analyzes differences between actual budget wages and forecasted wages for more efficient budget planning. Identifies the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts. Thinks creatively and practically to develop, execute and implement new business plans Creates the annual operating budget for the property.Provides analytical support during budget reviews to identify cost saving and productivity opportunities for property managers. Implements a system of appropriate controls to manage business risks. Ensures a strong accounting and operational control environment to safeguard assets, improve operations and profitability. Analyzes financial data and market trends, Leads the development and implementation of a comprehensive annual business plan which is aligned with the company’s and brand’s strategic direction. Provides on going analytical support by monitoring the operating department’s actual and projected sales. Produces accurate forecasts that enable operations to react to changes in the business. Attends meetings and communicating with the owners, understanding the priorities and strategic focus. Understands and meets the needs of key stakeholders (owners, corporate, guests, etc.). Advises the GM and executive committee on existing and evolving operating/financial issues. Communicates financial concepts in a clear and persuasive manner that is easy to understand and drives desired behaviors.Demonstrates an understanding of cash flow and owner priorities. Manages communication with owners in an effective manner. Manages property working capital and cash flow in accordance with brand standard operating procedures and owner requirements. Facilitates critique meetings to review information with management team.

 Developing and Maintaining Finance Goals

Ensures Profits and Losses are documented accurately. Monitors all taxes that apply, ensuring that taxes are current, collected and/or accrued. Submits reports in a timely manner, ensuring delivery deadlines. Develops and supports achievement of performance goals, budget goals, team goals, etc.

 Managing Projects and Policies

Generates and provides accurate and timely results in the form of reports, presentations, etc. Reconciles balance sheet to ensure account balances are supported by appropriate documentation in accordance with standard operating procedures. Ensures that the P&L is accurate (e.g., costs are properly matched to revenue, costs are recorded in the proper accounts).