Assistant Director of Finance

Assistant Director of Finance University Of Richmond, Virginia | Hospitality Operations | Not Remote | $85,000 to $95,000 | Job ID: 181272

Job Summary

An established upscale hotel in Richmond, Virginia is seeking an experienced Assistant Director of Finance to join its leadership team. This is an excellent opportunity for a hospitality accounting professional looking to advance their career with a well-respected hotel organization offering a strong culture, excellent benefits, and long-term growth opportunities. Relocation assistance is available for the right candidate.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

• Relocation assistance available

• Hotel stay and travel discounts

• Dining and food & beverage discounts

• Strong company culture and supportive leadership team

• Career growth and advancement opportunities

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off

• 401(k) and additional company benefits

• Requirements / Qualifications

• 4–5 years of accounting experience, within hotels or resorts.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field strongly preferred

• Excellent Microsoft Excel skills

• Strong understanding of hotel accounting processes, financial controls, payroll, and cash management

• Experience with balance sheet reconciliations and month-end closing

• Ability to work occasional weekends based on month-end closing requirements

• Strong communication and organizational skills

• Ability to work collaboratively with department heads and hotel leadership

• Preferred Background & Skills

• Previous accounting leadership experience within a full-service hotel or resort environment

• Experience with Oracle General Ledger

• Experience with Opera PMS

• Experience with Dayforce or similar timekeeping/payroll systems

• Knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, credit and collections

• Experience assisting with internal and external audits

• Strong understanding of accounting systems, procedures, and internal controls

• Ability to identify accounting or operational control issues and partner with department leaders to develop solutions

• Experience preparing and reviewing financial statements

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to meet month-end deadlines

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with the Director of Finance to oversee day-to-day hotel accounting operations
• Support accounting functions including payroll, cash handling, accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, credit and collections
• Complete assigned balance sheet account reconciliations
• Help ensure an accurate and timely month-end close
• Assist in producing accurate financial statements in partnership with department leaders
• Audit bank activity, reconcile accounts, and follow up on cash over/short discrepancies
• Maintain proper accounting documentation and filing procedures
• Assist with internal and external audit requests
• Ensure compliance with established accounting procedures and internal controls
• Train and support accounting team members in their respective responsibilities
• Work closely with hotel departments to resolve accounting, systems, and controls-related issues
• Provide responsive, professional support to internal departments and hotel guests