Assistant Director of Finance

About Us

At JW Marriott Anaheim Resort, luxury hospitality meets purpose and possibility. Located steps from Disneyland® Resort, the Anaheim Convention Center, and the vibrant Anaheim Garden Walk, our modern, design-forward hotel offers associates the opportunity to create meaningful guest experiences at one of Southern California’s premier destinations. With signature dining, a rooftop bar, resort-style amenities, and thoughtfully designed spaces focused on wellness and connection, we pride ourselves on delivering service that is both elevated and genuine. Our resort is conveniently accessible, with multiple public transit options nearby, making commuting easier for team members across Orange County. We also support our associates with free parking and complimentary hot buffet meals during breaks, because we believe taking care of our team is essential to taking great care of our guests.

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Compensation

Salary Range: $90,000.00 - $110,000.00 Annually

Tipped/Service Charge Eligible? No

Discretionary Performance Bonus Eligible? No

Overview

Assist Director of Finance in directing the financial activities of the hotel, safeguarding the assets, and preparing all financial reports in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and HEI Hotels and Resorts Standards.

Financial Management

• Perform all accounting functions in the event assistance is needed.

• Effectively schedule, monitor, and evaluate controllable departmental expenditures to stay within the restraints of the established budget through: labor management and purchasing control systems

• Establish and monitor scheduling of all accounting associates, including Night Audit.

• Schedule personnel consistent with the volume of business and needs.

• Effectively plan in order to meet demands of both guests and staff.

Accounting Practices, Procedures, and Policies

• Assist in Producing Financial Statements within designated time frame for preliminary distribution to hotel management and to meet HEI Corporate requirements.

• Verify compliance with Finance SOP manual.

• Participate in and critique asset inventories.

• Maintain records storage area in compliance with record retention requirements of relevant government agencies.

• Preparation and knowledge of sales tax returns, as well as any other applicable tax liabilities.

Accounts Receivable and Cash Flow

• Manage and oversee all Accounts Receivable functions, including collection calls as needed.

• Ensure the A/R aging percentages are in compliance with SOP.

• Verify credit cards are processed every night-by-night audit.

• Verify cash deposits are made timely.

Balance Sheet Reconciliation

• Assist Director of Finance with the Reconciliation of balance sheet accounts each period.

• Review any problem accounts with Director of Finance and adjust entries to the general ledger.

Management of Department

• Identify, screen, and attract management candidates from outside the company.

• Train associates in job responsibilities.

• Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.

• Perform any other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills:

• B.S. in Accounting

• One year experience in Hotel or Hospitality related Finance and Accounting

• Knowledge of Hotel Financial Statements and reconciliation of A and L accounts.

• Analytical approach to problems with high regard for detail and accuracy.

• Sound administrative and managerial skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, advanced Excel skills

• Have proficient training, coaching, and counseling abilities.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences, such as effectively communicating with supervisors, coworkers, public etc.

Benefits

HEI Hotels and Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Applicants with arrest or Conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.