COMPLETE Assistant Director of Finance - Seattle

Assistant Director of Finance 

Four Seasons Hotel Seattle 

Four Seasons Hotel Seattle is looking for an Assistant Director of Finance who shares our passion for excellence and is enthusiastic about creating the ultimate service experience.  The Assistant Director of Finance will be a member of a dynamic team delivering great service to our internal and external guests.  This position reports to the Director of Finance.  U.S. work authorization is required for this position. 

About Us 

Four Seasons prides itself on the commitment to the Golden Rule philosophy, and strives to provide the best possible experience for both our guests and employees. Because of our employee-centric approach, Four Seasons has been listed in the FORTUNE Magazine “100 Best Companies to Work For” rankings every year since 1998. 

Four Seasons Hotel Seattle is the Pacific Northwest’s only Forbes five-star rated hotel. Overlooking Elliott Bay and Puget Sound, our luxurious guestrooms are steps away from Pike Place Market, the Seattle Art Museum, and world-class shopping.  In partnership with acclaimed Seattle chef Ethan Stowell, we are proud to showcase simply prepared Northwest food and drink in Goldfinch Tavern, our signature restaurant. 

Key Elements of the Job 

• Good understanding of Month-End process, including but not limited to preparation of financial statements, accruals and journal entries, maintain reconciliations for balance sheet accounts in established corporate formats and in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. 

• Prepare all financial statements accruals and journal entries and maintain reconciliation for all balance sheet accounts in established corporate formats and in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.  

• Assist Director of Finance with preparation of forecasts and budgets as required locally, by corporate office or management agreement. 

• Oversee the preparation of all local, state, and federal tax returns on a timely basis. 

• Select employees and train on Accounting standards in order to minimize turnover, maintain high morale and promote career development. 

• Review the cash position of the hotel on a daily basis in order to optimize the use of funds.  

• Maintain close relations with hotel’s internal and external auditors and ensure effective action necessary on all agreed upon recommendations. 

Preferred Qualifications and Skills 

• At least 5 years of progressive experience in Accounting management 

• Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 

• Strong working knowledge back office accounting systems 

• Excellent emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills 

What to Expect from Your Work Experience...You will 

• Be part of a cohesive team with a singular focus on creating the best possible guest experience 

• Have the ability to demonstrate your unique personality and service style while achieving the brand standards that make us Four Seasons 

• Be encouraged to demonstrate your professional passion 

• Have career growth opportunities both within Four Seasons Hotel Seattle and worldwide with our company 

• Salary Range: $85k - $95k

• Comprehensive benefits plan including low-cost health benefits, 401k participation, and more!

• $100 gross monthly transportation allowance  

• Get to experience other Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts through the complimentary room nights program 

• Receive a complimentary meal when at work in our employee cafeteria

Learn more about our property and what it is like to work at Four Seasons by visiting: 

http://www.fourseasons.com/seattle 

https://www.facebook.com/FourSeasonsHotelSeattle 

https://www.twitter.com/FSSeattle