Assistant Director of Finance

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