Director of Finance
Director of Finance
Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago
Chicago, IL
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Iconic. Stylish. Entirely Radisson Blu. Upper Upscale by industry definition. First class in any other language. The Radisson Blu Aqua Chicago features more than 300 design forward guest rooms, unique spaces and over 28,000 square feet of meeting space, and is mere minutes away from Millenium Park, Navy Pier and Magnificent Mile.
We are looking for our next strategic thinker and financial expert to lead this incredible team as Director of Finance. If you are an experienced hotelier and controller, we are looking for you. In this role, you will oversee the financial planning, analysis, and reporting for all aspects of the Radisson Blu Aqua Chicago.
WHAT WE OFFER:
Day 1, we are pleased to offer:
- Competitive vacation package
- Discounts at over 7,000 locations worldwide
1st of the Month after 30 Days of Employment:
- Full benefits package, including health, dental, vision, short & long term disability, auto insurance, and so much more!
- Employer paid Accident insurance and HSA contribution
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
Additionally We Offer:
- Competitive annual bonus plan
- Collaborative work environment
- Opportunities for growth and development
KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Participate in the development of the hotel’s business strategies
- Develop and implement accounting and financial strategies that support achievement of the hotel’s goals
- Develop the annual budget in conjunction with the Executive Committee
- Develop and implement financial and purchasing strategies which are aligned with the hotel’s objectives and internal control practices
- Counsel management teams on ways to maximize profits and cash flow. Analyze existing practices and data and suggest alternative strategies where needed
- Prepare and review all monthly and annual financial statements. Investigate, review and analyze the variance explanations, involving the department managers in this process.
- Work with Choice Hotels Finance & Accounting teams in the resolution of accounting issues at the hotel and in the preparation of hotel financial statements and reports
- Ensure that accounting practices adhere to legal requirements and Choice Hotels standards
- Provides employees with coaching and counseling as needed to achieve performance objectives and reach their fullest potential
- Develops and implements strategies and practices which support employee engagement
- Develop annual operating and capital budget by working with department managers; analyze budget variances and recommend strategies for improvement
- Prepare and review all monthly and annual financial statements. Investigate, review and analyze the variance explanations, involving the department managers in this process
- Develop annual operating and capital budget by working with department managers; analyze budget variances and recommend strategies for improvement
- Provides employees with coaching and counseling as needed to achieve performance objectives and reach their fullest potential
- Develops and implements strategies and practices which support employee engagement
- Creates 100% guest satisfaction by providing the Radisson Blu experience through performance that demonstrates the standards of genuine hospitality and exceeding guest expectations
- Performs other duties as required by Management to provide 100% Guest Satisfaction and genuine hospitality to our Guest
REQUIREMENTS & SKILLS
- Minimum of five years of progressive finance management experience in a hotel setting
- Professional certification (e.g. CPA) or equivalent level experience required
- Bachelors degree required
- Able to collaborate effectively with other hotel employees and managers to ensure teamwork
- Able to resolve conflicts with supervisors and employees
- Advanced knowledge of accounting, finance and hospitality profession
- Experience with accounting software
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Industries
Financial Services and Hospitality
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