Assistant Director of Finance

Join to apply for the Assistant Director of Finance role at Rosewood Washington, D.C. Overview The Assistant Director of Finance is responsible for directly managing the Accounting Department’s daily activities. This role is instrumental in ensuring the accurate processing of financial transactions, optimizing cash flow, and maintaining positive relationships with guests and vendors. The Assistant Director of Finance is a key contributor to the financial stability of the hotel and will work with cross-functional teams to streamline processes, provide guidance and improve overall financial performance. You will assist with preparing an accurate financial statement each month and helping with balance sheet reconciliations. Responsibilities Maintain complete knowledge of and comply with all Rosewood departmental policies, service procedures and hotel standards. Ensure that standards are maintained at a superior level on a daily basis. Coordinate the month-end closing process. Prepare journal entries in accordance with required procedures. Prepare balance sheet reconciliations on a monthly basis; provide backup for each account. Clear reconciling items promptly. Hire, coach, counsel and motivate Accounting Staff. Ensure general ledger accounts adhere to Uniform Chart of Accounts and company policy. Count General Cashier Safe no less than once a month; report results to DFBP. Prepare 8029 filing by February 28th of each year. Ensure 1099’s are filed by January 31st. Ensure W2’s are filed by January 31st. Ensure quarterly tip education is performed. Maintain and update contract file. Ensure all taxes are filed and prepared accurately each month (e.g., sales, occupancy). Prepare and participate with annual public accounting firm audit of books and records, owner audits and corporate office audits. Prepare annual performance reviews of staff. Cover responsibilities of DFBP in their absence. Participate in required meetings. Process payroll on a bi-weekly basis and handle all payroll reporting and journal entries. Maintain accounts receivable by billing clients and guests, attending credit and BEO Meetings, and preparing related month-end journals. Directly handle all taxing authority audits, defending any inaccuracies presented in an audit. Perform any special projects required by DFBP. Perform self-audits within finance department. Maintain end of month work papers in organized and easily accessible files. Maintain a tax calendar noting due dates each year. Balance intercompany accounts. Assist in the preparation of budgets; help to maintain compliance to budget guidelines. Maintain/update the check book. Assist with Financial trainings on SOP and Birchstreet PO system. Must be able to be flexible with working hours. All other duties as required. Qualifications Experience: Minimum two years’ experience in hotel accounting preferred. Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance preferred. General Skills: Attention to detail, speed and accuracy; ability to prioritize, organize and follow-up; clear thinking and problem-solving; ability to follow directions; guest service awareness; teamwork; ability to work with minimal supervision; confidentiality of guest information and pertinent hotel data. Technical Skills: Proficiency with hotel systems; concentration and clear thinking; ability to manage multiple tasks; promote positive relations with staff; confidentiality of accounting information; ability to remain stationary for extended periods; focus on details and numerical problem-solving; cross-department collaboration. Language: English; fluency in other languages preferred. Physical Requirements: Ability to exert physical effort to transport up to 35 pounds; various physical movements; ability to communicate effectively with guests and co-workers. Licenses & Certifications: None required. Salary: $90,000 - $95,000 Details Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Finance and Sales Industries: Accounting and Hospitality Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Rosewood Washington, D.C. by 2x Get notified about new Assistant Director of Finance jobs in Washington, DC. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-28