Leading Finance Teams
* Utilizes interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and encourage others; advocates sound financial/business decision making; demonstrates honesty/integrity; leads by example.
* Communicates the strategic goals, the focus and the owner priorities to subordinates in a clear and precise manner.
* Leverages strong functional leadership and communication skills to influence the executive team, the property's strategies and to lead own team.
* Oversees internal, external and regulatory audit processes.
* Provides excellent leadership by assigning team members and other departments managers' clear accountability backed by appropriate authority.
* Conducts annual performance appraisals with direct reports according to standard operating procedures.
Anticipating and Delivering on the Needs of Key Stakeholders
* Attends meetings and communicating with the owners, understanding the priorities and strategic focus.
* Understands and meets the needs of key stakeholders (owners, corporate, guests, etc.).
* Advises the GM and executive committee on existing and evolving operating/financial issues.
* Communicates financial concepts in a clear and persuasive manner that is easy to understand and drives desired behaviors.
* Demonstrates an understanding of cash flow and owner priorities.
* Manages communication with owners in an effective manner.
* Manages property working capital and cash flow in accordance with brand standard operating procedures and owner requirements.
* Facilitates critique meetings to review information with management team.
Developing and Maintaining Finance Goals
* Ensures Profits and Losses are documented accurately.
* Monitors all taxes that apply, ensuring that taxes are current, collected and/or accrued.
* Submits reports in a timely manner, ensuring delivery deadlines.
* Develops and supports achievement of performance goals, budget goals, team goals, etc.
* Improves