Complex Controller

Description

The Hilton San Francisco Union Square and Parc 55, A Hilton Hotel is looking for our next Complex Controller! Bring your financial acumen, forecasting skills, and collaborative nature to this great opportunity to join one of the largest complex hotels within the Hilton portfolio.

Located in the heart of the city, these bustling hotels are home to 177,000 square feet of event space, 7 food and beverage outlets including San Francisco's highest sky bar with panoramic views of the city by the bay.

The ideal candidate will be collaborative with many different teams on property. Union experience within a hotel environment is preferred.

What will I be doing?

The Controller is responsible for the day to day operations of the hotel’s Accounting Department, reporting directly to the Director of Finance.  This position will partner with internal and external stakeholders to manage all aspects of property-level accounting and reporting functions while proactively managing and working with hotel leadership to execute on forecast and budget goals with emphasis on expense management, as well as internal controls required by Hilton policies and procedures. 

Position Summary:

• Serve as partner to hotel management in providing and explaining Daily, Weekly and Monthly Reporting.
• Assist and advise department heads with the interpretation and analysis of financial data.
• Direct and administer all financial operations of the hotel to include, but not limited to, asset protection, financial reporting, systems management, Accounting team management, and meeting participation and facilitation.
• Monitor and approve purchases (Birchstreet), expenses of the hotel, ensuring communication of variances to approved forecasts and budgets and assist in managing expenses.
• Facilitate approval of invoices for payment.
• Attend and facilitate weekly labor meetings in collaboration with the Director of Finance and relevant stakeholders and partnering with the DPA.
• Support the Monthly Forecast and Annual Budget processes by providing requested information to Director of Finance.
• Oversee and participate in preparation and review of monthly financial statements, including P&L and Balance Sheet.  Preliminary review with hotel GM, EC and Department Heads prior to month-end closing deadlines and Complex DOF, as requested.
• Support monthly reporting by providing commentary to DOF, as requested.  This may include information for month-end reporting, ownership reporting, forecasts, budgets, etc.
• Demonstrate understanding of Management Agreement, including related fee implications, performance tests and other key terms in the agreement.
• Support the Capital Budget tracking process by coordinating with the Director of Finance on approval of PO’s and payments, and ensuring execution of sealed bids for capital projects, per policy.
• Review and ensure accuracy of Balance Sheet accounts and reconciliations partnering with COE team.
• Execution of Payroll controls, including approval of payroll registers, Master Payroll Change reports and other required internal controls.
• Contract Management – Ensure new service agreements/contracts are properly tracked and executed, as well as tracking certificates of insurance utilizing Certrax or other tools.
• Hire and supervise the Hotel Accounting staff ensuring proper work environment, annual performance reviews, coaching/counseling to ensure work is completed in a timely and accurate manner. 
• Facilitate external and internal audits, coordinating with auditors and Market DOF.
• Oversee and implement internal controls for hotel as required by Hilton policies and procedures.
• Support and foster an environment receptive of change in response to corporate initiatives and special projects.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned or required.
• Act in accordance with fire, health and safety regulations on property and follow the correct procedures when required.

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Requirements

What are we looking for?

Since being founded in 1919, Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today, Hilton remains a beacon of innovation, quality, and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values. Specifically, we look for demonstration of these Values:

• Hospitality - We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Integrity - We do the right thing, all the time.
• Leadership - We're leaders in our industry and in our communities.
• Teamwork - We're team players in everything we do.
• Ownership - We're the owners of our actions and decisions.
• Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline

In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes:

• Quality
• Productivity
• Dependability
• Customer Focus
• Adaptability

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands.  Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day.  And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!

The Benefits 

Hilton is proud to support the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members so they can Thrive personally and professionally in a diverse and inclusive environment, thanks to innovative programs and benefits such as:

• Go Hilton travel program: 100 nights of discounted travel
• Access to your pay when you need it through DailyPay
• Hilton Shares: Our employee stock purchase program (ESPP) - you can purchase Hilton shares at a 15 percent discount!
• Maternity and parental leave
• Debt-Free Education: Team Members will have access to a wide variety of educational credentials through our partnership with Guild Education, including: college degrees and professional certifications
• Flexible shifts and days off
• Comprehensive Health Insurance coverage for you and your family, including Telemedicine and at-home care via AmazonCare
• Mental health resources including free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program
• Best-in-Class Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401K plan and company match to help save for your retirement

  **Available benefits may vary depending upon property-specific terms and conditions of employment

The salary for this position is between $150,000-180,000 annually and is based on applicable and specialized experience and location.