Director Of Finance Jobs

Join Our Team 
Join our dynamic, diverse team at Four Seasons Resort & Residences Whistler as Director of Finance. The Director of Finance forms part of the Hotel Leadership team who collectively make key strategic and operational decisions for the Hotel or Resort. The Director is responsible for safeguarding the hotel assets and financial resources contributing towards maximizing hotel profitability. Provides timely and accurate financial information and counsel to hotel senior management (and ownership) and ensures that the hotel operates within all related local and corporate policies and procedures and under the terms of the management agreement and any other applicable agreements. The Director is also responsible for the development of Finance staff to aid the future growth of the company.
Our work environment pairs a strong commitment to excellent service and authentic experiences with an emphasis on creativity and innovation. We are looking for individuals with not only the right skills but also the right attitude for the role! 
This position reports to the General Manager, is part of the Planning Committee (hotel leadership team) and is a Division head role.
The Location 
Be ready for a warm Canadian experience! At Four Seasons Resort Whistler, we fill guest’s days with exhilarating adventures on Whistler and Blackcomb mountains. We aim not only to be the best Resort to stay in Canada but also the greatest place to work! We offer 273 newly refurbished elegant guest rooms and suites; a luxury Spa and a top-rated restaurant. 
Four Seasons Resort Whistler is located at the foot of Blackcomb and Whistler. The resort is a five-minute walk to the ski lifts and a 10-minute stroll to the village center, making it the perfect location for a rustic adventure any time of year. 
Our guest rooms are spacious, beautifully re-styled in December, 2019, the refurbished rooms and suites pay close attention to the unique placement of Whistler – a secluded retreat, just an hour and a half away from the international destination of Vancouver. 
In December 2020, we completed a property-wide enhancement with the launch of Braidwood Tavern, a craft kitchen and social house conceived in collaboration with celebrated chef and restauranteur Richard Sandoval, along with a re-imagined SIDECUT Steakhouse, both designed by Box Interior Design. 
The Role - Overview 

• Ensure that monthly reconciliations for all balance sheet accounts are prepared and signed off on in accordance with policy.
• Ensure the preparation of a comprehensive monthly report of the entire financial results of the hotel in established corporate formats and in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.
• Support, mentor and develop finance team.
• As appropriate, based on the hotel's accounting on behalf of owners, interest accruals on long-term debt may be recorded on the hotel's books; the Director of Finance should ensure accuracy of the unpaid balance and applicable interest rate, and accrue the expense to the Interest Expense line item and record the corresponding liability in the Accrued Interest liability account.
• Monitor, control and record all sales, purchases, salaries and expenses of the hotel.
• Always search out and drive new business opportunities that benefit the hotel.
• Ensure gains/losses on the sale/disposal of fixed assets are properly disclosed and recorded on the Statement of Changes in financial position (SR-25 where applicable) and on the P&L statement.
• Monitor the status of Accounts Receivable aging and billing collections to achieve company standards.
• Continuously deliver the highest level of product with respect to financial reporting and analysis, internal control compliance and business management.  Ensure this is done with both integrity and accuracy.
• Effectively advocate Finance Department programs and policies to Planning Committee, Department Heads and employee groups
• Maintain close relations with hotel’s/resort’s ownership and internal/external auditors and ensure effective action necessary on all agreed upon recommendations.
• As applicable, ensure compliance with all loan covenants and the balance of long-term debt is accurate and agrees to all supporting documentation and verified when payments are made.
• Closely monitor and effectively manage labor costs; plan vacations effectively and ensure proper service levels are provided with the labor standards, while minimizing OT.  Comply with applicable Employment Laws
• Review and sign off on all bank reconciliations monthly, paying special attention to reconciling items.
• Ensure all cheques are signed only by authorized parties and that positive pay and positive payee is in place on all bank accounts (where available) and that source documents are approved by one member of Group B
• Continuously strive for improvement of processes and efficiency
• Maintain files on all contracts, leases and agreements and ensure compliance with their requirements; ensure proper authorization has been obtained for all hotel specific contracts (including Engineering), leases and other agreements and competitive bids are on file where applicable and reviewed prior to execution of contract.
• Assist General Manager in establishing policies, rules, internal controls and safeguards.
• Review the cash position of the hotel on a daily basis in order to optimize the use of funds.
• For locations that maintain full balance sheets including fixed assets, ensure accumulated depreciation accounts are accurate and properly recorded.
• Prepare forecasts and budgets as required locally, by corporate office or Management Agreement

Skills & Experience

• Apply an ethical approach to influence the outcome of situations.
• Strong knowledge on residential accounting is required.
• Promote a continuous learning environment that creates an atmosphere for professional development opportunities.
• Serve as a role model for others by demonstrating appropriate business conduct and ethical principles.
• A working knowledge of hotel systems and operations
• Proven leadership skills in a hotel/resort environment
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule in order to accomplish all major responsibilities and be willing to accept assignments on as need basis, in order to promote teamwork. This may include some evenings, weekends and holidays.  Some travel may be required.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills to work with cross-functional teams, to negotiate for resources and influence stakeholders and to gain acceptance of and commitment to plans, ideas, initiatives, etc.
• Require a working technical knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and job knowledge of all positions in Accounting, Purchasing and Food & Beverage control.  Working knowledge is generally learned on-the-job or through a series of professional certifications.
• Highest level of integrity and transparency
• Strategic, analytical and have solid business acumen.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to prepare and deliver reports, effective presentations and to facilitate meetings.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Finance Management.  A Finance or Hospitality Management Degree qualification is preferred, however, not essential with relevant experience.

Work Authorization
If required, the Hotel will apply for work authorization for the successful candidate.
About Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts
Four Seasons is dedicated to perfecting the travel experience through continual innovation and the highest standards of hospitality. The deeply instilled Four Seasons culture is personified by its employees – people who share a single focus and are inspired to offer great service. At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating every one we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us, discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.
What’s In It For You

• Excellent training and development program;
• Employee Travel Program, including complimentary stays at Four Seasons globally (by length of service and subject to availability).
• Employee theme recognition days and events- Employee of the month, Years of service celebrations, birthday events, etc;
• Retirement plan with employer contribution;
• Paid time off; vacation days and additional floating holidays per year;
• Complimentary meal per shift in our employee dining room,
• Extended Health Coverage (dental, vision, life insurance, RMT, prescription drugs, etc) after probationary period;

Learn more about what it’s like to work for Four Seasons:
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We look forward to receiving your application!

• Our organization is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. We do not discriminate on the basis of gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability or any other basis protected under provincial or federal laws.