HOTEL FINANCIAL CONTROLLER

HOTEL FINANCIAL CONTROLLER REQUIRED FOR LUXURY ESTABLISHMENT IN BARBADOS. CALL PROFILES CARIBBEAN INC. TODAY

Hotel Financial Controller

Summary of Responsibilities:

Reporting to the General Manager, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:      

• Lead and manage the Accounting department and ensure all standards are followed
• Compile and analyze financial information to prepare financial statements including monthly and annual reports
• Ensure financial records are maintained in compliance with accepted policies and procedures
• Ensure all financial reporting deadlines are met
• Ensure accurate and efficient monthly, quarterly and year end close
• Establish and monitor the implementation and maintenance of accounting control procedures
• Balance operational, administrative and Colleague needs
• Continuously manage and support budget and forecast activities and assist Departmental Leaders as required
• Oversee the financial audit preparation and coordinate the audit process
• Ensure accurate and appropriate recording and analysis of revenues and expenses
• Analyze and advise on business operations including revenue and expenditure trends, financial commitments and future revenues
• Analyze financial information to recommend or develop efficient use of resources and procedures; provide strategic recommendations and maintain solutions to business and financial problems
• Follow departmental policies and procedures
• Follow all safety policies

 Qualifications:

• Senior Leadership experience in accepted accounting practices and principles required
• Extensive experience working with and managing hotel owner relationships
• Experience in hotel renovations, business development, expansion projects, change of ownership preferred
• Ability to develop and implement benchmarking techniques that enable the hotel to enhance revenues and improve productivity and cost efficiencies
• Ability to provide accurate and complete financial and management reports
• Proven track record in building relationships and human resource management skills that include training, development, motivation, empowerment, and teambuilding.
• Microsoft Window applications and relevant computer applications required
• University/College degree in a related discipline required
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities
• Highly responsible & reliable with exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to work cohesively as part of a team
• Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times