Director of Finance - Waldorf Astoria Atlanta Buckhead

Waldorf Astoria Atlanta Buckhead is looking for a Director of Finance to join the leadership team at this gorgeous Atlanta property!

Located in one of Atlanta's most prestigious neighborhoods, this 42-story tower has over 200 rooms (127 guest rooms plus residences), over 10,000 square feet of meeting space, a lavish 15,000 square foot Spa, and 3 food and beverage outlets. This includes the 3-meal restaurant, bar, and in-room dining.

In this role, you will report directly to the General Manager.

What will I be doing?
As the Director of Finance, you would be responsible for overseeing, directing and administering all financial operations of the hotel in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability. Specifically, you would be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

• Direct and administer all financial operations of the hotel to include, but not limited to, asset protection, financial reporting, systems management, hotel-wide budget and forecasting, department management, and meeting participation and facilitation
• Ensure compliance with all Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Serve as financial advisor to hotel management and ownership
• Monitor and approve all sales, purchases, salaries and expenses of the hotel
• Assist and counsel department heads in the interpretation and analysis of financial data, recommending courses of action to maximize hotel profitability
• Prepare annual plan, projections and budgets
• Monitor and develop team member performance to include, but not limited to, providing supervision and professional development, scheduling, conducting counseling and evaluations and delivering recognition and reward
• Recruit, interview and train team members

What are we looking for?

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Hospitality Management
• Director or Assistant Director hotel finance experience
• Experience with hands on budgeting and forecasting
• Experience with owner relations
• Prolific in all Windows Based Software Application
• Strong Level of Proficiency in Excel
• Ability to assemble, analyze, understand integrated spread sheets and complex technical information
• Prioritization skills necessary to meet deadlines
• Effective management, leadership, organizational and communications skills
• Ability to work flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays

Desirable

• Luxury experience
• Hilton proprietary experience
• Strong Team Player, enthusiastic to learn and accomplish the Finance Department and Waldorf Astoria Hotels and Resorts Overall Goals.
  

Since being founded in 1919, Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today, Hilton remains a beacon of innovation, quality, and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values. Specifically, we look for demonstration of these Values:

• Hospitality - We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Integrity - We do the right thing, all the time.
• Leadership - We're leaders in our industry and in our communities.
• Teamwork - We're team players in everything we do.
• Ownership - We're the owners of our actions and decisions.
• Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline

In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes:

• Quality
• Productivity
• Dependability
• Customer Focus
• Adaptability

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands . Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!

The Benefits – Hilton is proud to have an award-winning workplace culture ranking #1 Best Company To Work For in the U.S.

We support the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members so they can Thrive personally and professionally in a diverse and inclusive environment, thanks to innovative programs and benefits. Hilton offers its eligible team members a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical Insurance Coverage – for you and your family
• Mental health resources including Employee Assistance Program
• Best-in-Class Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Go Hilton travel program: 100 nights of discounted travel
• Parental leave to support new parents
• 401K plan and company match to help save for your retirement
• Employee stock purchase program (ESPP) - purchase Hilton shares at 15% discount
• Debt-free education : Team Members will have access to a wide variety of educational credentials through our partnership with Guild Education, including: college degrees and professional certifications*
• Career growth and development
• Recognition and rewards programs
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