Assistant Director Of Finance And Accounting

Additional Information Located in Sault Ste. Marie
Job Number 23065375
Job Category Finance & Accounting
Location Delta Hotels Thunder Bay, 2240 Sleeping Giant Parkway, Thunder Bay, ONT, Canada VIEW ON MAP
Schedule Full-Time
Located Remotely? N
Relocation? N
Position Type Management
Job Summary
The Assistant Controller manages the day-to-day operation of the Accounting Office. Primary responsibilities include financial analysis and financial reporting, budgeting/forecasting, audit and control, asset and liability reconciliation, working capital and cash control.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
Education And Experience

• 4-year bachelor's degree in Finance and Accounting or related major; no work experience required.

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES
Assisting in Management of Accounting Team

• Ensures employees establish and maintain open, collaborative relationships within their team.
• Ensures property policies are administered fairly and consistently.
• Provides excellent leadership (e.g., differentiates top performers, fosters teamwork and encourages work/life balance).
• Ensures disciplinary procedures and documentation are completed according to Standard and Local Operating Procedures (SOPs and LSOPs) and support the Peer Review Process.
• Celebrates successes by publicly recognizing the contributions of team members.
• Participates in the employee performance appraisal process, providing feedback as needed.
• Ensures that regular on-going communication occurs with employees to create awareness of business objectives, communicate expectations, and recognize performance.
• Utilizes an ''open door'' policy.
• Establishes and maintains open, collaborative relationships with employees.
• Oversees internal, external and regulatory audit processes.
• Utilizes interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and encourage others; advocates sound financial/business decision making; demonstrates honesty/integrity; leads by example.
• Solicits employee feedback.

Managing Projects and Policies

• Ensures compliance with standard and local operating procedures (SOPs and LSOPs).
• Ensures tax rates used for sales/use tax are current and proper amounts are collected and/or accrued.
• Ensures account balances are supported by appropriate documentation in accordance with SOPs.
• Leverages centralized accounting processes and shared services.
• Generates and provides accurate and timely results in the form of reports, presentations, etc.
• Reviews audit issues and makes corrections as necessary.
• Compiles, codes, categorizes, calculates, tabulates, audits, or verifies information or data.
• Reconciles balance sheet.
• Analyzes information and evaluates results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
• Ensures that the P&L is accurate (i.e., costs are properly matched to revenue, costs are recorded in the proper accounts) and statements are delivered to appropriate individuals in a timely manner.
• Ensures property permits, licenses and if applicable vendor contracts are current.

Demonstrating and Applying Accounting Knowledge

• Uses computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
• Keeps up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
• Uses relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
• Leverages technology and effectively uses information systems and tools to generate financial reports and provide managers with analytical support to drive decision-making.
• Demonstrates knowledge of job-relevant issues, products, systems, and processes.

Proving Financial Information And Guidance To Others

• Communicates financial concepts in a clear and persuasive manner that is easy to understand and drives desired behaviors.
• Advises the Director of Finance on existing and evolving operating/financial issues.
• Informs and/or updates the executives, the peers and the subordinates on relevant financial information in a timely manner.
• Attends critique meetings to review information with management team.
• Provides information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
• Provide direction and assistance to other organizational units regarding accounting and budgeting policies and procedures, and efficient control and utilization of financial resources.

Maintaining Finance and Accounting Goals

• Supports a strong accounting & operational control environment to safeguard assets, improve operations and profitability and manage business risks.
• Monitors all taxes that apply, ensuring that taxes are current, collected and/or accrued.
• Submits reports in a timely manner, ensuring delivery deadlines.
• Develops specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
• Ensures profits and losses are documented accurately.
• Achieves and exceeds goals including performance goals, budget goals, team goals, etc.

Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.
Notification to Applicants: Delta Hotels Thunder Bay takes seriously its obligations under provincial human rights and accessibility legislation (such as the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, the Accessibility for Manitobans Act, and Nova Scotia Accessibility Act). We are happy to provide accommodations to job applicants needing assistance. If you require an accommodation in relation to this job posting, our online application or an interview, please call 905-366-5227 or email [email protected] and a member of our Human Resources team will respond to your request. Please note that this phone number and email are only for those individuals who would like to request an accessibility accommodation as part of the recruiting process.
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