Task Force/Traveling - Assistant Director of Finance
Location: Illinois (IL), Oklahoma (OK), North Carolina (NC) Travel Requirement: Up to 80% travel across the Uptown Portfolio of Hotels Experience Required: 2-3 years as Assistant Director of Finance in a midsize property or 1+ years as Director of Finance in a smaller property
Job Overview:
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Task Force Assistant Director of Finance to join our team. This role will support financial operations across our Uptown Portfolio of Hotels located in Illinois, Oklahoma, and North Carolina. The ideal candidate will be flexible with extensive travel and possess a strong background in hotel finance management.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Operations Management:
Assist in directing and administering all financial operations across multiple hotel properties.
Ensure consistent financial practices and policies are implemented and maintained.
Team Leadership:
Manage and oversee financial department teams, including Accounts Receivable, Credit, and Night Audit functions.
Provide supervision, professional development, and performance evaluations for team members.
Support recruitment, training, and onboarding processes for new finance team members.
Budgeting and Financial Reporting:
Prepare and monitor budgets to ensure spending aligns with financial goals.
Oversee the preparation of annual depreciation schedules for assets.
Coordinate and review monthly financial statements for accuracy.
Prepare financial reports and accruals.
Compliance and Auditing:
Review and approve all ledger account reconciliations, including bank statements and credit cards.
Assist with internal audits of cash deposits and transfers.
Ensure compliance with federal and state tax regulations by reviewing and approving tax returns.
Maintain records of inventory and uphold established billing and credit standards.
Payroll Management:
Oversee daily payroll accounts.
Approve and issue all paychecks in a timely manner.
Qualifications:
Experience:
2-3 years as an Assistant Director of Finance in a midsize property, or
1+ years as a Director of Finance in a smaller property.
Skills and Abilities:
Strong leadership and team management skills.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Proficient in financial software and Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to travel up to 80% of the time across IL, OK, and NC.
What We Offer:
Opportunity to work across multiple properties and gain diverse experience.
Competitive salary - $120-150K and industry leading benefits package.
Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
A collaborative and supportive work environment.
What are we looking for?
Since being founded in 1919, Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today, Hilton remains a beacon of innovation, quality, and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values. Specifically, we look for demonstration of these Values:
Hospitality - We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.
Integrity - We do the right thing, all the time.
Leadership - We're leaders in our industry and in our communities.
Teamwork - We're team players in everything we do.
Ownership - We're the owners of our actions and decisions.
Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline
In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes:
Quality
Productivity
Dependability
Customer Focus
Adaptability
What will it be like to work for Hilton?
Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands . Our vision "to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality" unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!
