Area Director of Finance Details

Area Director of Finance

Commodore Perry Estate - Austin, TX

Employment Type : Full-Time

Company & Property Description:
Whether traveling on a ski trip to Aspen or taking a romantic escape in Santorini for a special anniversary, it is the simple things that are most important to the guests of Auberge Resorts Collection. At Auberge, we offer the opportunity to create personal memories and stories; tasting freshly picked fruit in Cabo San Lucas, horseback riding with a local cowboy in Costa Rica, or planting coral gardens in the South Pacific. People who know us, choose to return for shared experiences that connect them to local cultures and which will be forever embedded in their soul.

Secluded on nearly 10 acres on Waller Creek, the Commodore Perry Estate comprises a 10,800-square-foot home, a chapel and gardens enclosed within a walled compound in the style of an Italian country villa and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Now refreshed and refurbished as a luxury 54 room resort, the property will open in mid-2020.

Role Summary:
The Area Director of Finance reports directly to the General Managers of Commodore Perry Estate and Bishop’s Lodge as well as the Vice President of Finance Operations and is responsible for all financial aspects of the management of the hotels.

Core Responsibilities:
Please note that this is not an exhaustive list of everything that needs to be done. Within the Auberge family, our people always find new ways to look after the business, their guests, and their team-mates. Within this, the key responsibilities for this position are:

• Guides financial decisions by establishing, monitoring, and enforcing policies and procedures.

• Protects assets by establishing, monitoring, and enforcing internal controls.

• Monitors and confirms financial condition by conducting audits; providing information to external auditors.

• Conducts monthly financial reviews with each property

• Key Participant in monthly and yearly reviews with owner/asset manager to include budget and forecasting in addition to monthly financial reporting.

• Maximizes return, and limits risk, on cash by managing weekly cash flow forecasting and working with the owner on working capital needs.

• Prepares budgets by establishing schedules; collecting, analyzing, and consolidating financial data; recommending plans.

• Achieves budget objectives by scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions.

• Provides status of financial condition by collecting, interpreting, and reporting financial data.

• Prepares special reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.

• Complies with federal, state, and local legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation; anticipating future legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; filing financial reports; advising management on needed actions.

• Oversee the day to day accounting functions of a shared service team which includes AR, AP, Payroll, and General Accounting

• Maintains financial staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees.

• Maintains financial staff job results by coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results.

• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; and participating in professional societies.

• Protects operations by keeping financial information and plans confidential.

• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

• Strict adherence to financial and operational internal control systems

• Manage external banking relationships on behalf of each property

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Hospitality or equivalent experience in a hotel environment.

• 10+ years of progressively more responsible experience as a Director of Finance in upscale, market-leading hotels.

• Proven expertise in financial accounting, cash flow forecasting, budgeting, team management, and development.

• Certified Public Accountant or Certified Hospitality Accountant Executive. Preferred.

• Experience with a corporate office reporting structure. Preferred.

• Previous work experience in luxury properties. Preferred.

Travel Requirements :

Travel to Bishop’s Lodge will be required on an agreed schedule. (Minimum quarterly)

What Else?:
At Auberge, we are passionate about our mission to be the best-loved operator of one-of-a-kind luxury properties and experiences. We are storytellers and story-makers, delivering simple pleasures and creating indelible memories. Born in Napa and inspired by the most relaxing places in the world, we prize simplicity, comfort, and beauty. Whatever role we play in Auberge, and wherever we reside and work, we all live by the view that our core purpose is to enrich people’s lives.

If that philosophy resonates with you and you feel that our approach is aligned with your own passions and beliefs, then please talk to us about becoming part of our family.

The Commodore Perry Estate is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. The Commodore Perry Estate provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all team members and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, The Commodore Perry Estate complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.