Senior Assistant Director of Finance

Company Description

Breathe deeply, dream wildly, and discover a soulful sanctuary where finding yourself comes naturally. Magic sits around every corner and within every conversation. It enchants through the charm of Los Peñasquitos Canyon and the sunshine of San Diego. It’s where classic meets cool, the fine unwinds into fun and inspiration leads to immersion. 

Bask in the San Diego sunshine and enjoy our five-star setting at Fairmont Grand Del Mar. Immersed in nature, the resort hosts 249 elegantly appointed guestrooms and suites, an 18-hole private Tom Fazio-designed golf course, a five-star spa and offers two dozen weekly outdoor activities across the 400 acres of dramatic canyon scenery including yoga, meditation and archery. The Grand includes six different dining venues, including San Diego’s only three-Michelin starred restaurant, Addison.  

Growth and advancement are not only accessible but actively encouraged. We promote a balanced life for our colleagues and continually seek new ways to enhance our environment and support our beautiful home of San Diego. 

What is in it for you:

• Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide for you and your family
• Learning programs through our Academies designed to sharpen your skills
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities
• Career development opportunities with national and international promotion opportunities. The sky is your limit.
• Salary Range: $115,000 -$135,000 USD annually 

Job Description

At Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, our financial operations thrive with the commitment of Colleagues and Leaders who model our values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork and Empowerment. Apply your leadership and analytical strengths as Senior Assistant Director, Finance & Business Support, where your high standards for accuracy and thoroughness will inspire the same among your team. 

• Implement office policies and guidelines. 

• Assist and support all functions of the department. 

• Oversee the month end process by maintaining deadlines and communicating with operational departments. 

• Represent the accounting department in meetings and presentations as required. 

• Coach and mentor direct 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 

Qualifications

• College degree accounting or related majors required 

• 2-5 years of relevant experience in Senior role 

• All associates must maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance per Fairmont Grand Del Mar grooming standards. 

• Understanding of the hotel accounting processes and functions 

• Computer skills including the ability to operate accounting, spreadsheet, word processing and e-mail programs 

• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy 

• Effective organizational skills 

• Good communications skills, both verbal and written 

• Knowledge of Resort operations, its services, and facilities. 

• Hotel Experience strongly preferred  

Additional Information

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

Why work for Accor?
We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor’s limitless possibilities.
By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit  https://careers.accor.com/

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