Assistant Director of Finance - Cartagena, Colombia - Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts

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About Four Seasons:

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About the location:

On Colombia's Caribbean coast, in the historic city of Cartagena, Four Seasons is revitalizing a collection of landmark buildings dating as far back as the 16th century. Experience the authentic charm of the Getsemaní neighbourhood, where timeless style infuses the 131 accommodations, including 27 suites. Connect to the lively social scene in four restaurants and lounges. Entertain in two ballrooms. Then unwind at the Spa, Fitness Centre and two rooftop pools. With timeless style and legendary service, Four Seasons is shaping Cartagena's new cultural focal point.

About the role

The Assistant Director of Finance will assist the Director of Finance in the administration of all financial aspects of the hotel's operation, ensure that all local and corporate policies and procedures are observed, supervise the day-to-day operation of the Accounting office.

What you will do

Thoroughly understand and possess a working knowledge of the Accounting & Finance Manual

Excellent understanding of Month-End Process including, but not limited to, preparation of financial statements, accruals and journal entries, maintain reconciliations for all balance sheet accounts in established corporate formats and in accordance with generally accepted accounting principals.

Monitor and control expenses of the hotel paying special attention to the daily reporting done by the auditor of the hotel and addressing issues that not only have material effect, but also effect the guest experience.

Ensure that House Funds and Floats Counts are up to date and limit any kind of exposure that would affect the profitability.

Assist the Director of Finance in Forecasting/Budgeting

Plan, organize, lead and control different projects and activities within the finance team.

Identify coaching moments and ensure that those moments become opportunities of learning and development for the Finance team.

What you bring

University degree – major in accounting or finance preferred.

Three to five years of experience in the related position with Four Seasons or other organization.

Require a working technical knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, Four Seasons Internal Controls, Policies and Procedures and job knowledge of all positions in Accounting, Purchasing and Food & Beverage control.

Require knowledge of and the ability to operate computer equipment and excellent Excel and computer skills.

Sun, iScala and Opera Systems knowledge would be ideal and greatly valued.

Strategic, analytical and have solid business acumen.

What we offer:

• Competitive Salary, wages, and a comprehensive benefits package

• Excellent Training and Development opportunities

• Complimentary Accommodation at other Four Seasons Hotels and Resort

• Complimentary Dry Cleaning for Employee Uniforms

• Complimentary Employee Meals

Schedule & Hours:

Full Time