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Accounting Manager

General Information

Country/Region
United States of America
Province/City
Montecito, CA
Location
Rosewood Miramar Beach
Department
Finance
Job Type
Full-time Permanent

Job Description

We believe that life is made of many journeys: inspiration, wonderment, curiosity, or the simple joy of discovering something new every day. If you share the same sentiment, then this opportunity is for you.

Rosewood Miramar Beach, a Rosewood Hotel, is looking for an Accounting Manager. The Accounting Manager is responsible for assisting the Assistant Director of Finance in maintaining the general ledger, balance sheet and financial records.  The Accounting Manager supports Senior Management by producing regular analytical reports and other ad hoc reports as requested to assist and advise management in maintaining the hotels financial objectives. Additionally, the Accounting Manager is responsible for supervising other areas within the Finance Department under the direction of the Assistant Director of Finance, including payroll, accounts payable, income audit, and general cashiering in accordance with all related local and corporate policies and procedures. Strong analytical, statistical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills are essential for success.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Assist Assistant Director of Finance with maintaining the effectiveness of internal controls to safeguard the assets and resources of the hotel.
  • Actively support other department managers with matters dealing with labor standards, payroll, and other cost control issues that may arise.
  • Participate in the analysis of labor costs and reporting.
  • Direct and supervise the efforts, quality, and timeliness of all aspects of payroll, accounts payable, income audit and general cashiering or other areas as directed by the Assistant Director of Finance and Director of Finance.
  • Assist with the development of the Finance Department staff to aid the future growth of the company.
  • Assist in other areas of the accounting office as needed.
  • Understand and possess a working knowledge of the Accounting & Finance policies and procedures.
  • Good understanding of and participation in Month-End Process, including but not limited to preparation of financial statements, accruals and journal entries, maintain reconciliations for all balance sheet accounts in established corporate formats and in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.
  • Complete work within the corporate guidelines for Month-end Process.
  • Assist hourly team with daily tasks, provide support for questions regarding.
  • Assist the Assistant Director of Finance and Division Heads in preparation of all budgets and forecasts for all hotel entities.
  • Understand and apply the current Edition of USALI.
  • Participate in the physical inventory counts and the subsequent accuracy of count, price, and valuation. Recommend cost controls and advise management as needed.
  • Safeguard the cash assets through monthly bank reconciliations, cash counts of all issued Banks, including general cashier, and reporting any discrepancies to the Assistant DOF.
  • Have a working knowledge of all areas in Finance to ensure that coverage can be provided for employees on vacation or leave.
  • Assist the Assistant Director of Finance in Forecasting/Budgeting and assist the Department Heads in producing their annual budgets.
  • Develops and updates policies and manuals, as related to the division/department, for implementation in the field, while ensuring compliance to the same for consistency across the group.
  • Participates in conducting internal operations reviews / internal audits to ensure departmental compliance with corporate policies and procedures.
  • Assists with tax calculations and filings in line with filing requirements and guidelines.
  • Participate in the development of controls and tools, such as but not limited to, menu engineering, flash reports, etc.
  • Actively participates in and leads recruitment and talent development for the division/department, to meet both current and future needs.
  • Support the hotel philosophy concerning hiring, employee relations, disciplinary action, training, counselling, evaluating, etc.
  • Control and monitor payroll and expenditures for department.
  • Prepare work schedules for effective staffing, ensuring efficient operation of the department within specific labor standards.
  • Is a “brand ambassador” at all times and ensures brand integrity and clarity are always maintained.
  • Models the company’s culture, vision, mission and core values at all times.
  • Foster and promote a cooperative working climate, maximizing productivity and employee morale.
  • Maintain complete knowledge of and comply with all departmental policies, service procedures and standards.
  • Ensure that standards, inclusive of grooming and attire of staff, are maintained at a superior level on a daily basis.
  • Maintain effective flow of communication by attending required hotel meetings and conducting departmental pre-shift and monthly associate meetings.
  • Interact and respond in a courteous and professional manner with all guests, staff and community members, inclusive of resolving all guest and staff difficulties.
  • Perform a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure.
  • Maintain clean and safe work area.
  • Ensure that all materials and equipment are in complete readiness for service; rectify deficiencies with respective personnel.
  • All other duties as required.
Required Skills:
  • Ability to compute mathematical calculations.
  • Accounting experience and knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
  • Experience with computers.
  • Must be able to perform job functions with attention to detail, speed and accuracy.
  • Be a clear thinker, remaining calm and resolving problems using good judgement.
  • Follow directions thoroughly.
  • Understand a guest’s service needs.
  • Work cohesively with co-workers as part of a team.
  • Work with minimal supervision.
  • Maintain confidentiality of guest information and pertinent hotel data.
  • Prior heavy exposure to accounting.
  • Ability to be resourceful, creative and maintain flexibility.
  • Ability to perform mathematical operations with units of measure including, but not limited to dollars, cents, feet, inches, cups, pounds and ounces.
  • Must be able to exert physical effort in transporting 20 pounds, endure various physical movements throughout the work areas, reach up and down, remain stationary at times throughout work periods, and satisfactorily communicate with guests and co-workers to their understanding.
  • Maintain complete knowledge of and comply with all departmental policies, service procedures and standards.
  • Must be able to perform job functions with attention to detail, speed and accuracy; prioritize, organize and follow-up; be a clear thinker, remaining calm and resolving problems using good judgment; follow directions thoroughly; understand a guest’s service needs; work cohesively with co-workers as part of a team; work with minimal supervision; maintain confidentiality of guest information and pertinent hotel data.
Technical Skills: Ability to input and access information into the Accounting system; ability to maintain concentration and think clearly; ability to prioritize, organize and follow-up; ability to promote positive relations with vendors and associates alike; ability to provide clear and pleasant telephone communication; ability to maintain confidentiality of pertinent hotel data; ability to perform job functions with minimal supervision; ability to remain stationary at assigned post for extended periods of time; ability to focus on details and resolve numerical problems; ability to work cohesively with other departments and co-workers as part of a team.

Language: Required to speak, read and write English, with fluency in other languages is preferred.

Qualifications: College degree in accounting or finance is preferred.

Experience: Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar capacity for a luxury or ultra-luxury property; experience in accounting; prior hotel/resort experience is preferred.

The salary range for this position is $80,000 to $90,000. This is the pay range for this position that the Hotel reasonably expects to pay. This position also may be eligible for bonuses. Decisions regarding individual salaries will be based on a number of factors, such as experience, type of hotel experience, location, and education.  

About Us

Situated on one of the most beautiful and exclusive beaches in Southern California, Rosewood Miramar Beach is in Santa Barbara’s picturesque Montecito community and one of only 15 properties in the world to hold the coveted Forbes Five-Star title. The 16-acre residential-style estate is designed with style, grace, and glamour, featuring 153 ultra-luxury guest rooms and suites, including beachfront accommodations, a collection of signature suites, and multi-bedroom bungalows. Amenities include Forbes Five-Star Sense, A Rosewood Spa, a state-of-the-art fitness studio, two cabana-lined pools, and bespoke beach service on the sandy shores of Miramar Beach. Home to six unique dining venues, Rosewood Miramar Beach is a popular culinary destination for locals and visitors alike, with its oceanfront MICHELIN one-star and MICHELIN green star restaurant, traditional Japanese Edomae sushi experience, al fresco beach bar, sophisticated cocktail lounge, casual all-day dining as well as poolside dining, and delightful poolside ice cream shop serving classic American fare. Expansive indoor and outdoor event space, totaling approximately 28,000 square feet, includes the Chandelier Ballroom, with over 6,500 square feet, and the Great Lawn, which offers infinite ocean views. Attentive Estate-Style™ service makes Rosewood Miramar Beach the perfect destination for celebrating life’s moments in highly personalized settings. Rosewood Miramar Beach is owned by Caruso and managed by Rosewood Hotels and Resorts.