Additional Information: This hotel is owned and operated by an independent franchisee, Sage Hospitality. The franchisee is a separate company and a separate employer from Marriott International, Inc. The franchisee solely controls all aspects of the hotel’s employment policies and practices, including hiring, firing, discipline, staffing, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment. If you accept a position at this hotel, you will be employed by a franchisee and not by Marriott International, Inc.
POSITION FOCUS
The Director of Finance brings depth of expertise and genuine regional pride to A&G leadership, bringing skill and integrity to every facet of the role. The financial rigor of this role gives The Lodge at Sonoma the stability to honor its commitment to authentic, community-rooted hospitality. Each day brings an opportunity to show guests the Sonoma that locals love, through every detail and every interaction.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
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Readily assist in the operation of each leaders department and special projects. Identifies risks and presents solutions that guides leaders in making effective decisions that meets the financial interests of the hotels.
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Develops annual operating budget, operating plan and financial goals. Achieves budgeted revenues, costs and profits through accounting diligence and expenditure controls and proficient accounting practices.
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Set written priorities and key objectives for each department head quarterly including action plan and completion date. Follow up to assure successful implementation and follow-through and take corrective action in the event of failure to meet assigned objectives.
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Monthly forecasting of operating staff and cost expenditures. Business planning in line with forecasted sales and costs including guidance to department heads.
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Monthly review of financial statement in order to correct problems, assure spending is in line and to plan for future business. Review and approve all expenses in “other expense” categories in all departments. Regularly review all major expenses to assure that monies are wisely expended.
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Promotes associate moral and loyalty within their department and hotel, leading to reduced turnover. Communicate, counsel and assist in staff development. Visible and available to all associates in accordance with the Company’s open door policy. Attend monthly department employee meetings whenever possible.
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Conduct performance appraisal and personal development plans for management staff. Identify substandard performance of individual managers and outline improvement action, including taking corrective or disciplinary measures.
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