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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: A lone star welcome in the country's capital of southern cool. We can’t wait to welcome you to Houston, the country’s capital of southern cool, where urban sophistication meets bold Texas hospitality. Gather where business deals get done, friends and family reconnect and celebrities and athletes make their home. After a day exploring our city, unwind at our rooftop pool oasis, enjoy the ultimate in entertainment at our Topgolf Swing Suites, indulge and pamper at The Spa and our Krigler perfumery boutique and savour flavourful dishes from Chef Partner Richard Sandoval at Toro Toro and Bayou & Bottle. About the role The Ass istant Director of Finance supervises the   day-to-day operation of the   Accounting   office,   ensures   that all local and corporate policies and procedures are   observed , and   assists   the Director of Finance in the administration of all financial aspects of the hotel's operation . What you will do : People Functions • Identify   coaching moments and ensure that those moments become opportunities   for   learning and development for the Finance team. • Have a global working perspective and excellent communication skills – written and verbal • Great understanding of Self-Esteem and Self-Actualization of Team and ensure proper support and help is provided whenever needed. • Hold monthly department meetings with Accounting Staff to ensure communication and address any issues that are affecting the team. • Participate in and develop staff training programs   to   minimize staff turnover and   maintain   high morale.    Particular emphasis should be given to those individuals qualifying for future advancement. • Supervise,   train   and motivate department staff to thoroughly understand all of their duties and responsibilities. • Meet with the Director of Finance on a regular basis to communicate all accounting activities and results of the   Accounting   office meeting or any other related issues. • Prepare reviews and development plans and take   appropriate personnel-related   action ( i.e.   hire, commend, discipline, evaluate, etc.) with   Accounting   staff as   required . What you will do: Product Functions • Coordinate,   observe   and prepare all operating equipment and supply inventories   in accordance with   corporate policies and as directed by the Director of Finance. • Prepare Daily Cash Position report and   maintain   the highest level of investment of excess funds   in accordance with   corporate guidelines as prescribed in the Accounting & Finance Manual. • Prepare or oversee the preparation of all local,   state   and federal tax returns and other reporting (including 80-20 rule reporting) on   a timely   basis. • Ensure rent expense is calculated accurately per the terms of the Management Agreement, Leasehold Agreement or Easement Agreement and that payments are   made   or the outstanding liability for the rent accrual exists and is   accurate . • Ensure that   the outstanding liability for all revenue/profit related fees ( i.e.   Management Fees, Incentive Fees, Marketing Fees, Advertising Fees, Royalty Fees) is   accurate   and   complies with   the respective Management Agreement(s). • Ensure electronic payments have the signatory of a member of Group B on each individual   page   and the initials of a member of Group A and both members of Group A and B sign the Batch Total of the payment run. • Ensure strict access controls over unused cheques to prevent improper or unauthorized use of the documents and ensure there is segregation of duties in place to safeguard the writing and voiding of negotiable bank cheques. • Ensure   accurate   exchange rates in Financial Reporting are applied to the local currency (where applicable) and valued in the currency stipulated in the Management Agreement. • Ensure post-departure credit card credit allowances are performed only by accounting and all such allowances are reviewed and signed per the SR-5 by Director of Finance or Assistant Director of Finance and all “Unmatched Credits” reports provided by credit card processing company are reviewed/scrutinized by DOF monthly and retained by the Director of Finance. • Approve all journal entries with supporting documentation (as   appropriate)   and ensure all non-standard, non-recurring entries are countersigned by   Director   of Finance. • Ensure the system is set up to prevent month end closing without all journal entries being posted,   updated   or otherwise   entered into   the General Ledger. • Ensure that monthly reconciliations for all balance sheet accounts are prepared and all bank reconciliations are countersigned by Director of Finance on a monthly and on a quarterly basis; Director of Finance approves all reconciliations paying special attention to reconciling items. • Coordinate and   facilitate   external and internal audits. • As required, have a working knowledge of residential (or other entity) accounting procedures and how it affects the hotel’s financials. • Complete any   additional   projects   assigned by   Director   of Finance. What you will do: Profit Functions • 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   affect   the guest experience. • Ensure that House Funds and Floats Counts are up to date and limit any kind of exposure that would affect   profitability . • Ensure gains/losses on the sale/disposal of fixed assets are properly   disclosed   and recorded on the Statement of Changes in financial position (SR-25 where applicable) and on the P&L statement. • For locations that   maintain   full balance sheets including fixed assets, ensure accumulated depreciation accounts are   accurate   and properly recorded What you bring • Viable candidates must have a minimum of three years' experience in a high-end/upscale accounting/finance management role. • Thorough knowledge of Accounting and Financial Principles • Leadership and Emotional Intelligent Skills • Ability to   meet   and exceed deadlines • 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   principles . Schedule & Hours: • This is a full-time position • While this position   generally works   Monday through Friday,   additional   availability may occasionally be   required . including evenings,   holidays   and weekends Four Seasons is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. To access the 'EEOC is The Law' Information poster please visit this website - https://eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf