Assistant Director of Finance - The Westin Indianapolis

The Westin Indianapolis is a prestigious downtown hotel located in the heart of Indianapolis, Indiana, offering exciting career opportunities for job applicants looking to join the hospitality industry. As part of the Westin brand, known for its focus on well-being and guest satisfaction, employees at The Westin Indianapolis can expect to work in a supportive and positive environment. The hotel offers a range of employment opportunities, from guest services to culinary, events, and more, providing a diverse and fulfilling career path. The Westin Indianapolis is committed to creating a culture that values personal and professional growth, teamwork, and exceptional guest experiences. Employees can expect to work in a modern and stylish environment, where they can showcase their skills, advance their career, and be part of a team that delivers exceptional service to guests. Joining the team at The Westin Indianapolis presents an exciting opportunity to be part of a renowned hotel that is dedicated to creating memorable experiences for guests in the vibrant city of Indianapolis.

The Assistant Controller will manage financial processes to meet or exceed budgeted profit and margin of the department. Help prepare annual hotel budget that accurately reflects the hotel’s operations plan. Anticipate revenue/cost problems. Analyze financial and operating information on an ongoing basis. This position impacts cash flow by effective management of Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable at the hotel level. It will also manage all financial processes to ensure hotel profitability and compliance with accepted practices.

· Constantly. Assures property operations meet internal audit standards.

· Constantly. Complete other duties as assigned by supervisor.

· Constantly. Demonstrate positive leadership characteristics, which inspire employees to meet and exceed standards.

· Constantly. Direct the development and implementation of internal control to ensure the security of Davidson assets and the accurate recording of assets, liabilities, income, expenses, and other transactions.

· Constantly. Maintain work area neat and organized.

· Constantly. Promote employee empowerment.

· Constantly. Report all unsafe conditions immediately.

· Frequently. Assist in directing the preparation of the annual budget and subsequent forecasts.

· Frequently. Perform in the capacity of any position supervised.

· Frequently. Responsible for the Accounting office in the absence of the Controller.

· Occasionally. Assist external and internal auditors.

· Occasionally. Assist in selecting, training, scheduling, supervising, disciplining, and counseling employees according to Davidson policies and procedures.

· Occasionally. Conduct performance appraisals.

· Occasionally. Responsible for updating and maintaining the data processing equipment and computerized systems.

· Occasionally. Supervise the financial statement preparation and account reconciliation.

· Occasionally. Attend all mandatory meetings.

· Occasionally. Conduct and/or assist with performance appraisals.

· Occasionally. Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

· BA or BS degree in accounting or finance.

· One year experience in the industry.

· Required statistics math level.

· Ability to communicate effectively with the public and other employees.

· Read, write and speak English fluently.

· No employee will pose a direct threat to the health/safety of self or others.

Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US.   A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners’ mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.

In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.

• Three Tiers of Medical Coverage
• Dental & Vision Coverage
• 24/7 Teledoc service
• Free Maintenance Medications
• Pet Insurance
• Hotel Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays). 
• 401K Match

Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It’s less of a job, more of a calling. It’s part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.

EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation

Davidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace.  Pre-employment drug test and background check required.  We participate in E-Verify.