Assistant Director of Finance

Assistant Director of Finance

Rosewood Washington, D.C.

Rosewood Washington, D.C. is seeking a dedicated and detail‑oriented Assistant Director of Finance to join our team! Nestled in the heart of historic Georgetown, our property blends timeless elegance with modern luxury, and our passionate team is committed to delivering intuitive, heartfelt service that reflects the spirit of Relationship Hospitality.

Overview : The Assistant Director of Finance is responsible for directly managing the Accounting Department’s daily activities. This role is instrumental in ensuring the accurate processing of financial transactions, optimizing cash flow, and maintaining positive relationships with guests and vendors. The Assistant Director of Finance is a key contributor to the financial stability of the hotel and will work with cross‑functional teams to streamline processes, provide guidance and improve overall financial performance. You will assist with preparing an accurate financial statement each month and help with balance sheet reconciliations.

Responsibilities :

• Maintain complete knowledge of and comply with all Rosewood departmental policies, service procedures and hotel standards.
• Ensure that standards are maintained at a superior level on a daily basis.
• Coordinate the month‑end closing process.
• Prepare journal entries in accordance with required procedures.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations on a monthly basis; provide backup for each account.
• Clear reconciling items promptly.
• Hire, coach, counsel and motivate Accounting Staff.
• Ensure general ledger accounts adhere to Uniform Chart of Accounts and company policy.
• Count General Cashier Safe no less than once a month; report results to DFBP.
• Prepare 8029 filing by February 28th of each year.
• Ensure 1099’s are filed by January 31st.
• Ensure W2’s are filed by January 31st.
• Ensure quarterly tip education is performed.
• Maintain and update contract file.
• Ensure all taxes are filed and prepared accurately each month (i.e., sales, occupancy, etc.).
• Prepare and participate with annual public accounting firm audit of books and records, owner audits and corporate office audits.
• Prepare annual performance reviews of staff.
• Cover responsibilities of DFBP in their absence.
• Participate in required meetings.
• Process payroll on a bi‑weekly basis and handle all payroll reporting and journal entries.
• Maintain accounts receivable by billing clients and guests, attending credit and BEO Meetings, and preparing related month‑end journals.
• Directly handle all / any taxing authority audits, defending any inaccuracies presented in an audit.
• Perform any special projects required by DFBP.
• Perform self‑audits within finance department.
• Maintain end of month work papers in organized and easily accessible files.
• Maintain a tax calendar noting due dates each year.
• Balance intercompany accounts.
• Assist in the preparation of budgets; help to maintain compliance to budget guidelines.
• Maintain / update the check book.
• Assist with Financial trainings on SOP and Birchstreet PO system.
• Must be able to be flexible with working hours.
• All other duties as required.

The list of responsibilities is illustrative only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by this position. The company reserves the right to add, remove or alter duties when business need dictates.

Qualifications :

Salary : $90,000 - $95,000

Benefits :

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Finance

Industries

Hospitality

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