Assistant Financial Controller

Responsibilities:

• Ensures that the Department’s activities are aligned with the Corporate Finance Strategy, and that the Hotel Actions have been implemented where appropriate.
• Assists in the preparation and updates of Finance and Information Systems Departmental Operations Manuals.
• Ensures that the hotel is adhering to all Company/Hotel Finance Policies and Procedures.
• Ensures that government-stipulated employee and tax legislations are strictly followed and implemented.
• Ensures that an organised, up-to-date filing system is maintained for all pertinent financial records.
• Responsible for ensuring that all Corporate, Regional, hotel and governmental reports are compiled accurately and submitted in a timely manner.
• Monitors and ensures that hotel licences are renewed on time.
• Administers and renews insurance policies.
• Assists with the preparation of the annual Finance Business Plan ensuring Divisional Objectives fully address business objectives of the hotel and needs of employees.
• Oversee all accounting operations including Billing, A/R, A/P, GL and Counsel, Cost Accounting, Inventory Accounting and Revenue Recognition.
• Coordinate and direct the preparation of the budget and financial forecasts and report variances.
• Plan and publish timely monthly financial statements.
• Coordinate the preparation of regulatory reporting.
• Research technical accounting issues for compliance.
• Support month-end and year-end close process.
• Ensure quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting.
• Manage and comply with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings.
• Produce and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.

Requirements:

• Proven working experience as a Cost / Assistant Financial Controller.
• Possess at least Bachelor's Degree in Accounting.
• CPA or CMA preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of accounting principles and procedures.
• Good with creating financial statements.
• Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year-end close process.
• Excellent accounting software user and administration skills.

Perks & Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Personal leave
• Personal development opportunities
• Dental insurance
• Paid training and development