Job Description:

Loews Hotels at Universal Orlando's Universal Epic Universe resort hotels is actively recruiting for a Director of Finance. Ideal candidates will not only have extensive experience in finance but specifically within hospitality and on-site resort property experience. We offer an extensive benefits package inclusive of "park perks" and competitive compensation. You will enjoy a dynamic work culture that makes every day interesting, challenging, fulfilling and fun! The Director of Finance position provides continuous leadership and guidance in all matters relating to the financial operation of the resort by providing accurate and timely financial reports to assist management decision-making process, maintaining acceptable internal control procedures designed to safeguard owners/investors' assets, ensuring compliance with all Federal, State, Local regulations. Additional responsibilities include; staffing, training, scheduling of employees; planning organizing, directing, and coordinating all department activities to ensure efficient operation.Minimum Education: Bachelors or higher degree in Accounting/Finance Minimum Experience: Four to six years of progressive experience in managing Hospitality Accounting operationsJob Specific Scope: Manages/oversees the accounting department to ensure optimal efficiency of financial operations and adherence to Loews commitments to management contract  Directs or prepares all financial reports, ledger reviews, and forecasts according to the established schedule, for distribution of operational information necessary to assist management in decision-making and budget preparation processes  Oversees preparation of, interprets, and analyzes monthly financial statements and presents them to management  Monitors revenues/expenses and ensures accurate recording of information to Loews established guidelines  Compiles financial data related to operations, investigates and critiques variances from expectations to determine cause, and recommends appropriate management response to ensure attainment of the hotel's financial objectives  Establishes and oversees/audits all internal financial controls including purchasing, cash handling, receipts, disbursements, expendable/fixed asset inventories, payroll, and employee records to ensure policies are enforced according to Loews standards  Coordinates annual internal and external audit processes  Ensures the proper utilization, maintenance, and periodic upgrading as required of all EDP systems and equipment  Assists management in capital planning process by providing appropriate ROI information Coordinates the development of the annual financial plan  Assists division and department heads in the preparation of their respective budgets  Maintains files, pertaining to and ensuring compliance with, insurance policies, all contracts, and legal agreements  Ensures proper, timely payment of fees for licenses, permits, regulatory contracts, and insurance, all taxes  Serves as an active member of the Executive Committee and attends all meetings of the same  Attends various departmental meetings in order to maintain effective working relationships with operational departments and staff  Approves as needed all purchase orders, payroll submittals, cash transfers to owners, manual checks, balance sheet and bank reconciliations, month-end journal entries, bad debt write-offs, all Loews inter-hotel and corporate billings  Directs cash management activities to ensure the proper use and timely availability of funds Provides guidance on technical issues affecting departments reporting to the Credit Manager Conducts/oversees monthly audit of General Cashiers vault  Interviews, selects, trains, appraises, coaches, counsels, and disciplines accounting personnel according to Loews standards  Other duties as the need arises Qualifications: Extensive knowledge of computer-based front and back of house Accounting Management Systems Prolific in Windows, Lotus/Excel, and MS Office software operating systems and applications Ability to assemble, analyze, understand, and present integrated spreadsheets and complex technical information to all levels of management  Organization/prioritization skills necessary to meet deadlines  Effective management, leadership, organizational and communications skills  Working knowledge of basic office equipment, i.e.; fax, copiers, printers, calculators Ability to work flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays  We are looking forward to connecting with you!