Director Of Finance- Centralized Accounting

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More than 10,000 dedicated employees around the world bring their unique talents, expertise and experiences to work every day with Benchmark. Our strength lies in our diversity, positive service attitude and determination to succeed. Come be a part of our “Be the Difference” culture, where every employee, at every level, in every job strives to capture moments when they can provide memorable, personalized service to our guests, coworkers, and communities.

We are a strong believer in offering our employees Work-Life Effectiveness through, practices, policies, and programs to help our employees achieve success at both work and home. Here are just some of the great benefits we offer:

• Full Time employees have access to Medical and Dental insurance to fit your needs
• Benchmark University (You can grow both personally and professionally through on-line webinars and self-study courses)
• 401K match (Let us help you build your financial future)
• Companywide Hotel Room Discounts (Who doesn’t love to get away)
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program (We are here to support you)
• Employee family events (bring the kids!)
• Partnerships and discounts with major retailers such as AT&T, Verizon and Dish to name a few
• Many more, please inquire for more details

Uniquely different, better together! The merger of Benchmark Hospitality and Pyramid Hotel Group have led to tremendous growth opportunities that have opened the doors for us to build on our already talented leadership team. With that, we are looking for a Director of Finance to join our Centralized Accounting team.

What you will have an opportunity to do:

This position will be responsible for supervising and directing the independent portfolio Central Accounting Office of Benchmark Pyramid. This role will be based our of our Corporate office in Woodlands, TX.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review the monthly financial results, confirming accuracy of the information
• Review balance sheet reconciliations for accuracy and proper supporting documentation.
• Maintain Treasury-related functions including banking setup and controls, optimization of funds.
• Provide training on systems and processes to direct staff as well as field support as needed.
• Coordinate with Transition team for transitioning properties.
• Supervise the managers/controllers/staff accountants in the Central Accounting Office
• Provide ad hoc analysis as needed.
• Provide financial leadership to the Central Accounting Office with focus on adherence to Company accounting policy and procedures, GAAP and USALI principles.

What are we looking for?

• Minimum of five years financial management experience with increasing management responsibility in hotel finance and accounting
• Developed accounting, finance and analytical skills including experience with cash management, forecasting, revenue management strategies, long-term capital expenditures planning and project management skills.
• Four-year college degree in a business curriculum to include Intermediate accounting and Financial fundamentals
• Demonstrates ability to evaluate business trends to influence business strategies
• Resourceful in resolving issues and solving problems, leveraging resources to get results
• Strong leadership skills for leading and mentoring a team
• Supports, manages and initiates change within the organization, taking steps to remove barriers or to accelerate its pace
• Possesses strong organizational and project management skills, is multi-task oriented, and has a track record of meeting deadlines and delivering on goals

Benchmark Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.