Associate Director of Finance

At Loews Hotels at Universal Orlando, our team members get to make a difference and have fun every day. Our world-class team brings to life the incredible, award-winning hotels located at Universal Orlando Resort.

Named one of Central Florida's Top Workplaces and one of America's Best-in-State Employers by Forbes, we are committed to our "power of we" culture.

Are you looking for a place where you can bring your authentic self to work every day andbe able to connect, engage and delight?

We offer excellent benefits and perks including one free meal per shift and free theme park access.

We have a dynamic culture that makes every day interesting, challenging, fulfilling and fun.

We embrace diversity at our core and offer the opportunity for all team members to reach their potential.

We invest in training and development opportunities for all team members.

We promote social responsibility by being a good neighbor in the community.

We care for you, just as we care for others.

About Universal Stella Nova Resort

Join the opening team at one of our destination's newest hotels, inspired by distant galaxies and new stars.

Purpose

The Associate Director of Finance position provides support to the Complex Director of Finance in providing continuous leadership and guidance in matters relating to the financial operations of the hotel by providing accurate and timely financial reports to assist management decision making process, maintaining acceptable internal control procedures designed to safeguard owners / investors assets, ensures compliance with all Federal, State, Local regulations. Additional responsibilities include staffing, training, scheduling of employees; planning organizing, directing, and coordinating all department activities to ensure efficient operation.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Manages / oversees the accounting and receiving / storeroom department to ensure optimal efficiency of financial operations and adherence to Loews commitments to management contract

Directs or prepares all financial information required at FSC by accounting department including audit, accounts payable, payroll etc.

Prepares all financial reports including P&L and supplemental reporting to Loews, ownership, bank etc.

Interprets and analyzes monthly financial statements and presents to management / owners / partners

Prepares and reviews forecasts according to the established schedule, for distribution of operational information necessary to assist management in decision-making in cost and payroll control

Monitors revenues / expenses and ensure accurate recording of information to Loews established guidelines

Compiles financial data related to operations, investigate and critique variances from expectations to determine cause and recommend appropriate management response to insure attainment of hotels financial objectives

Evaluates and determines course of action to improve hotel's performance on FSC scorecard

Monitors all internal financial controls to include purchasing, cash handling, receipts, disbursements, expendable / fixed asset inventories, payroll, and employee records to ensure policies are enforced according to Loews standards

Coordinates annual internal and external audit processes

Serves as active member of Executive Committee and attends all meetings of same

Assists Area Director of Finance in preparation of annual profit plan

Assists Area Director of Finance in the capital planning process

Assists division and department heads in the preparation of their respective budgets

Maintains files, pertaining to and ensuring compliance with, insurance policies, all contracts, and legal agreements

Ensures proper, timely payment of fees for licenses, permits, regulatory contracts / insurance and all taxes

Attends various departmental meetings to maintain effective working relationships with operational departments and staff

Approves as needed all purchase orders, payroll submittals, accounts payable invoices, cash transfers to owners, manual checks, balance sheet and bank reconciliation's, month end journal entries, bad debt write-offs, all Loews inter-hotel and corporate charges

Directs cash management activities to ensure the proper use and timely availability of funds

Conducts / oversees monthly audit of General Cashiers vault

Interviews, selects, trains, appraises, coaches, counsels, and disciplines accounting personnel according to Loews standards

Follows New Hire Training and on-going Star Service Competency programs in accordance with hotel policy

Evaluates individual employee performance, determines areas in need of improvement or requirements for advancement, establishes goals, objectives and training needs required to achieve same

Participates in MOD program as required

Other duties as assigned

Regular attendance in conformance with standards

May be required to work varying schedules to reflect business needs

Required to attend all training sessions and meetings

Supportive Functions and Responsibilities

Promotes and always applies teamwork skills

Notifies appropriate individual promptly and fully of problems and / or unusual matters of significance

Executes emergency procedures in accordance with hotel standards

Complies with required safety regulations and procedures

Attends appropriate hotel meetings and training sessions

Complies with hotel standards, policies, and rules

Recycles whenever possible

Remains current with hotel information and changes

Complies with hotel uniform and grooming standards

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Extensive knowledge of computer-based front and back of house Accounting Management Systems

Prolific in Windows, Excel and MS-Office software operating systems and applications

Ability to assemble, analyze, understand, and present integrated spread sheets and complex technical information to all levels of management

Organization / prioritization skills necessary to meet deadlines

Effective management, leadership, organizational and communications skills

Working knowledge of basic office equipment, i.e., fax, copiers, printers, calculators

Ability to work flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays

Education

Bachelors or higher degree in Accounting / Finance, or equivalent experience

Experience

Four to six years progressive experience in managing Hospitality Accounting operations