Assistant Controller at Sonesta Hotels International Corporation in Lihue, Hawaii

Job Description:

Job Description Summary

Assist and support the Director of Finance in the achievement of the Division's goals and the maintenance of adequate internal controls over all areas of hotel and/or condominium operations. Ensure timely completion of all reports generated by accounting team.

Job Description

Job Duties

Prepare all month-end and year-end reports. Maintain the books of accounts for owners and the Company.

Prepare and coordinate monthly forecasts and outlooks, including, but not limited to, quarterly reforecasts for owner and any similar reports for the Company.

Prepare budget forms and assist the Director of Finance in the completion of the entire hotel/condominium budget process.

Review financial reports in accordance with reporting calendars and ensure that all reports are submitted on a timely basis.

Assist with Condominium Reserve Projects, including contract preparation, bid process and execution and financial payments coordination.

Provide guidance and supervision to all accounting employees. Recommend training necessary or provide training for specific tasks to accounting team.

Prepare general ledger journals, maintain accurate balance sheet reconciliations, and perform other general and administrative functions as may be required.

Prepare audit schedules and coordinate with external and internal auditors in the completion of their work. Assist the Director of Finance in the completion and implementation of all audit recommendations.

Handle the administration of all bank accounts, ensures bank resolutions are updated, and prepare treasury reports.

Assist with utilities accruals monthly.

Monitor records of inventory to control accuracy of supply distribution.

Ensure corporate compliance with all billing and credit standards.

Assist the Finance office in any other administrative duties as needed.

Perform other special projects as assigned by the General Manager, Hotel Manager, Director of Finance and Corporate Finance.

Assist with presentation during meetings, property reviews and owner meetings. Ability to work with owners on financial responsibilities

OTHER

• Regular attendance in conformance with the standards which have been established by the hotel from time to time is essential to the successful performance of this position.


• Due to the cyclical nature of the hospitality industry, employees may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the hotel.

• Upon employment, all employees are required to fully comply with the hotel rules and regulations for the safe efficient operation of the hotel facilities.

SPECIFIC JOB KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITY
The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Must be able to speak, read, write and understand the primary language(s) used in the workplace.


• Must be able to read and write to facilitate the communication process.


• Requires good communication skills, both verbal and written.


• Must possess intermediate computer skills.


• Knowledge of computer accounting programs, math skills as well as budgetary analysis capabilities required.


• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups to managers, clients, customers, and ownership.


• Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis.


• Computer skills: proficiency in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and other applicable computer systems required.


• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

QUALIFICATIONS & STANDARDS

• 4 years Accounting or related major or 2 years' experience in the finance and accounting or related professional area.


• Preferred experience and knowledge on accounting for Condominium Associations, including monthly financial preparation and annual financial audit.

Additional Job Information/Anticipated

Pay Range

$86,700-$97,800 - Base pay offered may vary depending on various factors including but not limited to job related knowledge, skills and job specific/overall experience.

Benefits

Sonesta recognizes that benefits play a vital role in helping ensure the health and financial security of employees and their families. We offer a variety of benefits to our employees including:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance


• Health Savings Account with Company Match


• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match


• Paid Vacation and Sick Days


• Sonesta Hotel Discounts


• Educational Assistance


• Paid Parental Leave


• Company Paid Life Insurance


• Company Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance


• Various Employee Perks and Discounts

Upon submitting your application, please ensure you complete a full application in addition to attaching a resume. Incomplete applications received will not be considered.

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