Company Description
Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, known as the 'Castle in the City', with its chateau-style green-clad copper roof and gargoyles is an architectural landmark in the heart of Downtown Vancouver that captures the hearts and imaginations of all who visit.
A registered heritage property operating since 1939, the hotel symbolizes grandeur and timeless elegance.
In spring 2019, Fairmont Hotel Vancouver completed a $75M, five-year multiphase revitalization project.
With its prestigious address on Georgia Street, this castle is surrounded by a diverse arts community of galleries and theatres, a thriving shopping district, exhilarating nightlife and world-class cuisine.
Join our team and welcome our guests to extraordinary experiences at their home away from home.
Job Description
Accounting Manager
At Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, our Financial operations thrive with the commitment of our Heartists who model our values.
Share your passion for excellence, collaboration and organization as Accounting Manager, where your high standards for accuracy, compliance, and enthusiasm will inspire the same amongst our team.
What you will be doing:
Reporting to the Director of Finance & Business Support with a dotted line to the Assistant Director of Finance & Business Support, you will maintain a system of accounts and controls, providing accurate data necessary for all required accounting reports and statements.
Prepare month-end journal entries, ensuring efficient completion of all month-end functions.
Assist in the preparation of month-end balance sheet account reconciliation and analysis.
Assist in the completion of financial statements, management reports in accordance with Corporate Policies & Procedures for review.
Co-ordinate and ensure that all daily, weekly, semi-monthly and monthly management reports are issued on a timely and accurate basis.
Participate in the creation of the Annual Operating & Capital Budgets, Strategic Plan, and Monthly Operating Forecasts.
Assist in the preparation for internal, external audits.
Assist in the implementation and completion of special projects as assigned by the DOF/ADOF.
Assist in the effective utilization and integration of hotel and accounting technology systems, including software applications, current and future.
Assist in the development of Operational Leaders in the interpretation, orientation, training and analysis of financial procedures and decision making.
Develop an engaged, enthusiastic and guest-focused department.
Recruit, develop, evaluate and motivate the team.
Represent the Accounting office and the ADOF/DOF in their absence.
Actively contribute to departmental leadership and direction.
Participate in the hotel emergency plan and crisis procedures and ensures that they are kept up to date area of the emergency plan and crisis planning and procedures.
Adhere to and promote all Company Health & Safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe work environment.
Follow all safety policies.
Perform all other duties and special projects as assigned.
What is in it for you:
Employee benefit card offering discounted rates at Accor properties worldwide.
Exclusive Employee and Friends & Family Discounts at Fairmont Hotel Vancouver.
Exclusive access to the Pacific Northwest Food & Beverage Discount Program with 50% off at our dining destinations in Vancouver, Victoria, and Whistler.
Complimentary One Night Stay at Fairmont Hotel Vancouver with breakfast and dinner for two included once eligibility requirements are met.
Complimentary access to our learning and development programs through our Academies and discounted eCornell Online Certificate programs.
A competitive salary with range starting at $70,000+ and annual compensation reviews based on merit, experience, and ability.
Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives.
Complimentary meal during your shift through our Colleague Dining Program.
Complimentary uniform laundering.
Access to our comprehensive benefits and wellness programs, including extended healthcare benefits and RMT, dental, vision, and complimentary counseling, wellness sessions, financial and family planning.
Access to our company-matched Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), company-provided Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), and Tax Free Savings Account (TFSA) when meeting eligibility requirements.
Paid annual vacation, twelve statutory holidays, and birthday leave once eligibility requirements are met.
Transit Subsidy Program offering payroll deduction for transit with company-provided discounts.
Opportunity to be nominated for and win your dream trip through our yearly employee and leadership recognition program.
Opportunity to develop your talent through coaching and our Leadership Mentoring Programs.
Qualifications
Your experience and skills include:
Previous Professional designation or acceptable university degree with an appropriate specialization in Accounting or enrolled in a recognized accounting program with progression to 3rd or 4th level preferred.
Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience and at least 2 years previous accounting experience at a supervisory/managerial level.
Proven leadership and coaching skills with a track record of developing a highly motivated and cross-trained group of progressive accounting professionals.
Familiarity with hotel operating systems and software, including Sun Systems, Hyperion, Microsoft Office (especially Excel), Silverware, Birchstreet, Watson, Day Force, Opera PMS, Excels.
Exceptional administrative, interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills.
Highly responsible & reliable with the ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
Physical Aspects of Position (include but are not limited to):
Seated computer work, including constant use of keyboard and mouse.
Occasional lifting up to 25lbs.
Additional Information
Visa Requirements:
Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.
The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.
Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.
Why work for Accor?
We are far more than a worldwide leader.
We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality.
We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor's limitless possibilities.
By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality.
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