Assistant Director of Finance

Situated in Downtown's Second Street District, Austin Proper Hotel and Residences is the newest luxury lifestyle hotel in Austin, just steps from Lady Bird Lake, the legendary Austin City Limits music venue and nearby boutiques. With inspiring interiors by Kelly Wearstler and culinary offerings in collaboration with McGuire Moorman Lambert Hospitality, Austin Proper offers 244 rooms and suites, a dedicated spa and fitness center, and 14,000 square feet of meeting and event spaces, including a rooftop pool deck offering small-batch tequilas and majestic lake views. Anything less just wouldn't be Proper.Job OverviewReporting to the Director of Finance, the Assistant Finance Director is responsible for providing key support to both the DOF and department personnel. This position will include tasks related to accounting, financial planning and analysis, general ledger oversight and financial reporting.Responsibilities/DutiesManage the Accounting department's daily and monthly activitiesManage the hotel's financial activities including financial reporting, assisting the DOF in budgeting, forecasting, cost analysis and controlsPartner with the Accounting team to ensure that all financials are recorded accurately, timely and in compliance with accounting standards and regulationsFormulate, recommend for approval and ensure implementation of approved accounting policies and procedures; work closely with DOF to establish and maintain efficient workflowsPerform various duties relating to the preparation and maintenance of monthly, quarterly and year-end reporting as well as the hotel's accounting records, including preparation of adjusting journal entries, analyzing accounts and preparing periodic financial statementsInitiate wire transfers for operating accounts as needed; give secondary approval on all wire transfers initiated by the Director of FinanceAccurately reconcile the balance sheet on a monthly basisAssist the Director of Finance in closing the books on a monthly basisPrepare and maintain procedure manuals for the Accounting departmentOther duties as assignedQualificationsPossess strong leadership, communication, organization and relationship skillsExperience with training, financial management and customer serviceFamiliar and comfortable with interviewing candidates, handling colleague concerns and holding colleagues accountableA true desire to exceed guest expectations in a fast-paced lifestyle luxury environmentCapable of producing a consistent product in a timely mannerAble to communicate effectively with the management team, guests, and colleaguesTeam builder and ability to successfully manage and develop a teamRequired Skills/Abilities5+ years of Accounting experienceBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or related field requiredHospitality experience requiredOnsite 5 days/weekAbility to break down barriers and resolving potential conflicts swiftly and effortlesslyStrong communication and presentation skills to all levels of managementAbility to think outside the box and approach all issues with a completely fresh approachAbility to anticipate needs and over deliver wherever possibleAbility to change direction and work on multiple projects aspects at onceEnthusiastic, passionate and able to enthuse and motivate othersCompany OverviewProper Hospitality is made up of a diverse group of passionate individuals who share a common love for hotels and the art of hospitality. Our philosophy is simple: There is a right way to do things, and anything less just isn't proper. We are seeking out the best of the best from inside and outside of the industry to work alongside us as we grow a new kind of lifestyle Hospitality Company inspired by a centuries-old tradition. The work is challenging, fast-paced, and rewarding above all.We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, genetics, or any other federal/state protected category.Proper Hospitality will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with local Fair Chance Hiring Ordinances.