Assistant Director of Finance

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Job description

About Us:
At Pyramid Global Hospitality, people come first. As a company that values its employees, Pyramid Global Hospitality is dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive work environment that fosters diversity, growth, development, and wellbeing. Our commitment to a People First culture is reflected in our approach to employee development, employee benefits and our dedication to building meaningful relationships. Pyramid Global Hospitality offers a range of employment benefits, including comprehensive health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off, as well as unique perks such as on-site wellness programs, local discounts, and employee rates on hotel stays. In addition, Pyramid Global Hospitality is committed to providing ongoing training and development opportunities to help our people build the skills and knowledge they need to advance their careers. Whether you are just starting out in the hospitality industry or are a seasoned professional, Pyramid Global Hospitality offers a supportive and collaborative work environment that encourages growth and fosters success, in over 230 properties worldwide. Join their team and experience the benefits of working for a company that values its employees and is committed to creating exceptional guest experiences. Check out this video for more information on our great company!

Location Description:
The award-winning, 480-acre Saddlebrook Resort has made a name for itself as a premier meeting and vacation destination, as well as one of the nation's preeminent athletic training facilities. Purposely planned as a car-free Walking Village, the resort setting allows guests to easily walk everywhere, surrounded by lagoons and cypress trees. Families and groups visiting our upscale hotel near Tampa, Florida, may choose from 495 rooms and suites with a total of 800 bedrooms, clustered around nine serene courtyards complete with gardens, stone benches, stone paver walkways and native Florida landscaping. Exceptional restaurants and lounges, two golf courses, multiple tennis courts and more complete our offerings.

Overview:

POSITION FOCUS

The Assistant Director of Finance offers daily operational support to the Director of Finance and collaborates closely with key managers in the hotel and maintains accounting standards within established policies and procedures. This person must have the financial acumen to analyze and disseminate key data and present it in an understandable format to the hotel team. They will assist in the annual and monthly budgeting process and closely monitor financial results, from both a revenue generating and expense control perspective. This position impacts cash flow by effective management of Income Audit, Payroll, Accounts Receivable, and Accounts Payable at the hotel level.

SERVICE CULTURE FOCUS

To support Pyramid's Vision of being recognized by our customers as the best in our business through ensuring a culture that "makes the ordinary extraordinary!" You should champion this culture in every touch point of our business from our associates, guests, owners, and communities. The service and courtesy you extend and promote on a daily basis will ensure a healthy and productive culture of serving others with excellence.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Assists with and/or prepares reports which summarize, forecast and/or analyze hotel business activity and financial position in the areas of income, expenses, and earnings

Working knowledge of night audit, income audit, general cashier, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll.

Completes occupancy tax returns and submits to controller before filing

Prepares month-end entries to the general ledger and posts them after they are approved by the controller

Assists in the preparation of budgets and forecasts

Reconciles bank accounts and prepares any corrective journal entries for approval by controller

Fills in as controller of the hotel during controller's vacation or absences

Prepares end of the month reports as directed by controller

Assists with any other accounting office tasks as instructed by the controller

Assist with any other accounting office tasks as instructed by the controller

Know your work schedule and follow it with a high degree of reliability

Work in a cooperative and friendly manner with fellow employees

Maintain professional attire and personal hygiene

Maintain a clean, neat and orderly work area

Perform your job according to standard operating procedures

Read, understand and follow all policies, procedures and rules as stated in the Employee Handbook and any Policy manual

Keeps communication flowing freely among all departments

Inform management promptly of any work-related problems or adverse situations

Promote the hotel through goodwill, courtesy and a positive attitude

Attend all schedule training classes and meetings

Train employees as directed by management

Perform any reasonable request as assigned or directed by management

Qualifications:
The successful candidate will have

Computer expertise as it relates to Microsoft Excel and hotel Point of Sales and Property Management Systems

Ability to communicate effectively with the public and other employees.

Read, write, and speak English fluently.

Expertise in problem solving and analytical skills.

Exceptional organizational skills.

Ability to meet deadlines.

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or finance desired.

Five+ years of experience in hospitality/full-service hotel Accounting Department

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