The Assistant Finance Manager is the office manager of the Accounting Department and is responsible for the administration and production of that office. He/She is in full charge during the Director Of Finance’s absence and must have a complete understanding of all hotel operations and finances. He/She is responsible for the timeliness and accuracy of all financial reports emanating from the Accounting Department and provides management with timely financial analysis for effective decision-making. Prepare all statutory and management requirements of Wyndham Hotels Group and Owners. Develop financial strategies including IT strategies to help develop the business and review periodically. Additionally responsible for managing the audit function in hotel to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Ensure the accuracy of stocks, accounts payable, prepayments, and creditor/accruals accounting records and provide periodic reports to the Finance department.
- Assist the Director of Finance by providing full and accurate forecasting and budgeting proposals within the hotel and in other areas where required
- Provide timely and accurate financial statements
- Ensure all financial regulations are met, through the maintenance of adequate systems of internal control
- Assist the Director of Finance in preparing capital reviews as required by the General/Hotel Manager and/or accountancy and Finance department
- Train and develop the local Finance Team Members and ensure succession plans are in place
- Develop financial awareness of local management teams
- Ensure that the guests have best possible experience by trouble-shooting and resolving all billing-related disputes.
- Hire and discharge non-supervisory accounting personnel.
- Develop a working knowledge of all procedures and operations as detailed in the Accounting Manual.
- Undertake staff planning and the preparation of work schedules.
- Maintain a work order system to determine actual against budgeted expenditures.
- Supervise the storage and destruction of records in accordance with the approved retention schedule.
- Review Depreciation and Amortization Schedules for FF&E and Hotel Operating Equipment.
- Review the quality of work originating from the Accounting Department for accuracy, quality and timeliness.
- Cooperate with internal and external auditors to minimize the cost of auditing and to implement recommendations.
- Supervise the bi-monthly cash counts of house fund and ensure excess cash is managed to maximize earning potential.
- Prepare special projects that may be assigned by the corporate offices or hotel management on a timely and accurate basis.
- Assist and provides financial guidance in the formulation and implementation of Strategic Plan, Budget and KPO’s (Goals Program).
- Ensure an up to date cash flow projection is maintained and maximizes cash flow performance of the hotel through controls on inventory, credit and collection, disbursements, deposits and remittances.
- Prepare outlooks for forthcoming months and forecasts for the remainder of the year.
- Prepare monthly position of actual results against budget, analyze results and recommend to Executive Committee measures required to meet budget.
- Prepare consolidated quarterly position assessments for the General Manager.
- Distribute outlook and forecast information as an up to date management tool for operating departments.
- Implement and review financial controls and policies.
- Analyze financial and management reports.
- Design and maintain internal reporting systems required by the department and hotel.
- Evaluate existing internal control measures that apply to accounting procedures and computer systems as per WYNDHAM Policies and Procedures.
- Employ adequate internal control procedures to ensure correct authorization for payment procedures.
- Manage internal and external audits when they occur.
- Provide administrative support to Management with reference to policy enforcement, business advice and operational assistance.
- Identify training needs, develops formal training plans and conducts training sessions for accounting and operational staff in coordination with other departments.
- Obtain appropriate legal counsel regarding the business practices of the hotel and maintains an awareness of local laws, rules and regulations.
- Provide safekeeping, including proper storage and access for all contracts, leases and other financial records.
- Follow up on all capital expenditures to ensure compliance with original justification and approval.
- Participate in local recognized professional and industry organizations.
- Recommend and maintains appropriate list of delegation of authority for hotel management.
- Conduct monthly inspections and tests to ensure all departments are complying with required procedures.
- Review prices and recommends pricing strategy to the General Manager
- Perform those duties required by the controls checklist issued by WYNDHAM Regional Director of Finance.
- Implement and maintains acceptable accounting practices and procedures as required by Wyndham Hotels Group Policy, generally accepted accounting practices, and as affected by local conditions.
- Select and monitor the Local Banking arrangements made for the operation of the Hotel in Conjunction with the Hotel Owners.
- Review of operating equipment stores to avoid unnecessary/excessive purchases and to eliminate (or at least be aware) of obsolete slow moving items.
- Ensure all accounts are reconciled on monthly basis, review and approve those reconciliation’s.
- Ensure payments are made to WYNDHAM (All Fees and billings) as fast as possible.
- Assist in the maintenance of the fixed asset register on an annual basis.
- Together with the IT Manager develop yearly strategic goals for the hotel relating to financial measures.
- Work with Head of Departments to perform ad hoc cost benefit analysis on various projects.
- Work with Human Resources on manpower planning and management needs.
ABILITIES / KEY COMPETENCIES / SKILLS:
- Good Communication skills.
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office
- Problem solving, reasoning, motivating, organizational and training abilities.
- Good Communication and writing skills.
- Strong Leadership skills in managing teams.
- Ability to manage complex relationships.
- Fluent in English.
EDUCATION / CERTIFICATES / EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field. CPA preferred.
- 4 years in hotel accounting or audit with at least one year in similar supervisory role, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
- Professional accounting certifications may requested by local laws and regulations.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From RM4,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Maternity leave
- Meal provided
- Opportunities for promotion
- Parental leave
- Professional development
Work Location: In person