Director of Finance

About Four Seasons: Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. About the location: A high-desert refuge in America's land of enchantment. The scent of piñon woodsmoke fills the air as you step onto your private patio to watch the sun set. In Santa Fe, it’s hard not to feel a little spoiled by the rugged beauty that surrounds our intimate, 65-room Resort. Director of Finance Join our team in the Land of Enchantment! Are you ready to take the next big step in your hospitality career? Four Seasons Rancho Encantado Santa Fe is seeking a highly motivated and financially oriented individual to lead our Finance Division as the Director of Finance. About the Resort Set in 57 unspoiled acres tucked into the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado offers our guests and employees a tranquil setting that is noted for the most scenic views of the New Mexico sunsets. What we are looking for and what you can bring to the table: You have proven leadership skills in a hotel/resort environment. You have the highest level of integrity and transparency. You present strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills to work with cross-functional teams. Excellent written and verbal communication skills to prepare and deliver reports, effective presentations and to facilitate meetings. You have experience and proven ability to promote a continuous learning environment that creates an atmosphere for professional development opportunities. Your professional career applies an ethical approach to influence the outcome of situations. Your career experience has a working technical knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and job knowledge of all positions in Accounting, Purchasing and Food & Beverage control. Ability to read, write and speak English. A working knowledge of hotel systems and operations. Strategic, analytical and solid business acumen. Candidate must have authorization to work in the United States. Your Responsibilities Include: Financial Management : Oversee all accounting and financial requirements, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. Ensure accurate and timely financial statements are prepared. Cost Control : Implement and maintain effective cost control measures to maximize profitability. Team Leadership : Lead and develop the finance team, providing coaching and support to ensure high performance and adherence to financial policies and procedures. Strategic Planning : Collaborate with the General Manager and other department heads to develop financial strategies that align with the hotel's goals and objectives. Compliance and Internal Controls : Ensure compliance with all statutory requirements and internal controls. Reporting and Analysis : Prepare and present financial reports to senior management, highlighting key performance indicators and areas for improvement. Other required responsibilities include but are not limited to: Responsible for safeguarding the hotel assets and financial resources to ensure that all are utilized to maximize hotel profitability. Continuously deliver the highest level of product with respect to financial reporting and analysis, internal control compliance and business management. Ensure the preparation of a comprehensive monthly report of the entire financial results of the hotel in established corporate formats and in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. Effectively advocate Finance Department programs and policies to Executive Committee, Department Heads and employee groups. Monitor the status of Accounts Receivable aging and billing collections to achieve company standards. Maintain files on all contracts, leases and agreements and ensure compliance with their requirements. Ensure that monthly reconciliations for all balance sheet accounts are prepared and signed off on in accordance with policy. Continuously strive for improvement of processes and efficiency. Monitor, control and record all sales, purchases, salaries and expenses of the hotel. Closely monitor and effectively manage labor costs; plan vacations effectively and ensure proper service levels are provided with the labor standards, while minimizing OT. Prepare forecasts and budgets as required locally, by corporate office or Management Agreement. Review the cash position of the hotel on a daily basis in order to optimize the use of funds. Always search out and drive new business opportunities that benefit the hotel. Support, mentor and develop finance employees for today and the future. Maintain harmonious and professional relationship with all departments and Corporate Office. Maintain close relations with hotel’s/resort’s ownership and internal/external auditors and ensure effective action necessary on all agreed upon recommendations. What about the great benefits: Complimentary stays at Four Seasons over 135 locations worldwide Free employee meals prepared by the culinary team Excellent Training & Development Competitive Salary Annual Incentive Bonus Complimentary employee parking Food & Beverage discounts Medical benefit plan, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance after 30 days Incredible Parental Leave Pet Insurance 401(k) Retirement Plan Paid Time Off Sick Leave A culture that breeds success, and rewards it in many different ways Four Seasons is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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