Director, Finance

The StandardX, Melbourne

Join an exciting pre-opening Hotel team and the most powerful international brand in the Boutique Hotel business, into the Australian Hotel scene. Standard International is a New York based hospitality company founded in 1999. The Standard’s irreverent and playful sensibility, combined with a careful consideration of design, detail and service, have established its reputation as a pioneer of hospitality, travel, dining, nightlife and beyond.

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Duties & Responsibilities  

• Join the Hotel Executive Team, providing both financial and business support and advice, demonstrating solid business acumen to guide the company through pre-opening and beyond.
• Preparation of budgets, financial and management reports
• Manage the performance and development of the finance team 
• Maintain control over expenses, income, assets and liability of the Hotel
• Ownership of the Accounts Receivable/Payable, general cashier, audit and payroll functions
• Manage the generation of month end reports including P&Ls in a timely manner
• Provide long term business and financial planning with strategic recommendations
• Create sound, legally compliant financial, policies, processes, and procedures ensuring the integrity of all ledgers and financial accounting
• Contribute to the overall profitability of the company
• Provide insightful analysis on financial performance
• Provide clear communication, advice and reporting to all relevant stakeholders including owners and regional Finance teams

Experience, Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in Commerce or Finance
• Minimum 8 years' experience in a hotel accounting or related field
• CA/CPA qualified
• Demonstrated knowledge of Accounting and PMS systems
• Strong business acumen with strategic expertise
• Proven track record in creating efficiencies across financial processes, procedures, and strong internal controls
• Excellent analytical and numerical reasoning skills
• Strong organisational skills, time management and attention to detail
• Demonstrated experience in leading a team, prioritise workload and effectively manage staff
• Display a proactive attitude with the ability to make deadlines
• Strong business partnering and communication capabilities
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders in a global organization

The Standard

We are not for everyone …. but everyone is welcome.

 

The Standard Values

Unconventional & Compassionate | Individuality & Teamwork | Creative & Pragmatic

 

To apply - please email your CV and cover letter to HR -  thestandardxmelbourne.recruitment@standardhotels.com Apply Now