Assistant Director of Finance - DoubleTree by Hilton Crystal City at Hilton Global in Arlington, Virginia

Job Description:

The DoubleTree Crystal City is searching for an Assistant Director of Finance to join our team.

We're a half mile south of The Pentagon, near I-395, and offer a warm DoubleTree Cookie welcome and shuttle to Reagan National Airport. For trips to Washington, D.C., the Pentagon City Metro station is three blocks away, with stops near Arlington National Cemetery and the National Mall. Enjoy our restaurants, fitness center, and pet-friendly rooms.

The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of hotel finance management experience, previous Hilton experience, and 2 years of accounting experience, including, but not limited to bank reconciliations, accounts payable, accounts receivable, budgeting, and payroll.

Shift Pattern: Day Shift - 8:00am start

Salary Range:$100,000 - $108,000 / annually

What are the benefits of working for Hilton?

Hilton is recognized as the best hospitality workplace in the world and the #2 World's Best Workplace by Great Place To Work US and Fortune !

We support the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members so they can Thrivepersonally and professionallyin a diverse and inclusive environment, thanks to innovative programs and benefits. Hilton offers its eligible team members a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Access to your pay when you need it through DailyPay
• Medical Insurance Coverage - for you and your family
• Mental Health Resources
• Best-in-Class Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Go Hilton travel discount program
• Supportiveparental leave
• Matching 401(k)
• Employee stock purchase program (ESPP) - purchase Hilton shares at 15% discount
• Debt-free education :Access to a wide variety of educational credentials (ex. college degrees, high school completion, English-language learning, digital literacy, professional certificates and more)
• Career growth and development
• Team Member Resource Groups
• Recognition and rewards programs

* Available benefits may vary depending upon property-specific terms and conditions of employment and the terms of the collective bargaining agreement if applicable.

What will I be doing?

As an Assistant Director of Finance, you will be the department head of the hotel's Accounting Department and will partner with internal and external stakeholders to manage all aspects of property-level accounting and reporting functions while proactively managing and working with hotel leadership to execute forecast and budget goals with an emphasis on expense management, as well as internal controls required by Hilton policies and procedures.

Specifically, you would be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

• Serve as partner to hotel management in providing and explaining Daily, Weekly, and Monthly Reporting.
• Assist and advise department heads with the interpretation and analysis of financial data.
• Direct and administer all financial operations of the hotel including, but not limited to, asset protection, financial reporting, systems management, Accounting team management, and meeting participation and facilitation.
• Monitor and approve purchases (SmartSpend), salaries, and expenses of the hotel, ensuring communication of variances to approved forecasts and budgets and assisting in managing expenses.
• Facilitate approval of invoices for payment.
• Attend and facilitate weekly labor meetings and partnering with the DPA.
• Support the Monthly Forecast and Annual Budget processes by providing requested information to the Market Director of Finance.
• Oversee and participate in preparation and review of monthly financial statements, including P&L and Balance Sheet. Preliminary review with hotel GM, EC, and Department Heads prior to month-end closing deadlines and Market DOF, as requested.
• Support monthly reporting by providing commentary to Market DOF, as requested. This may include information for month-end reporting, ownership reporting, forecasts, budgets, etc.
• Demonstrate understanding of Management Agreement, including related fee implications, performance tests and other key terms in the agreement.
• Support the Capital Budget tracking process by coordinating the Market DOF on approval of PO's and payments, and ensuring execution of sealed bids for capital projects, per policy.
• Review and ensure accuracy of Balance Sheet accounts and reconciliations partnering with COE team.
• Execution of Payroll controls, including approval of payroll registers, Master Payroll Change reports and other required internal controls.
• Contract Management - Ensure new service agreements/contracts are properly tracked and executed, as well as tracking certificates of insurance utilizing Certrax or other tools.
• Hire and supervise the Hotel Accounting staff ensuring proper work environment, annual performance reviews, coaching/counseling to ensure work is completed in a timely and accurate manner.
• Facilitate external and internal audits, coordinating with auditors and Market DOF.
• Oversee and implement internal controls for hotel as required by Hilton policies and procedures.
• Support and foster an environment receptive of change in response to corporate initiatives and special projects.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned or required.
• Act in accordance with fire, health and safety regulations on property and follow the correct procedures when required.

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 this Hilton Worldwide Brand?

One of the most recognized names in the industry, Hilton Hotels & Resorts offers travelers a world of authentic experiences. Hilton remains an innovative, forward-thinking hospitality leader by offering best-in-class products, services, and amenities to ensure that every guest feels cared for, valued and respected. From inaugural balls and international award galas to business events and personal moments, Hilton is where the world makes history, closes the deal, toasts special occasions, and gets away from it all.

Hilton Hotels & Resorts is one of Hilton Worldwide's ten market-leading brands. For more information visit www.hiltonworldwide.com.

If you understand the importance of upholding a brand's reputation and what it takes to provide a globally recognized hospitality experience, you may be just the person we are looking for to work as a Team Member with Hilton Hotels & Resorts.