Director of Accounting

Why work for Fairmont Pacific Rim

• Be part of a progressive hotel that embraces the culture and vibrancy of one of Canadas most beautiful cities Vancouver proudly recognized as a Great Place to Work and the first hotel in North America to achieve Single-Use Plastic Free Certification
• A competitive salary starting from $130000.00 per annum
• Complimentary work meals through our Colleague Dining Program
• Exclusive access to the Pacific Northwest Food & Beverage Discount Program offering 50% off at participating dining destinations in Vancouver Victoria and Whistler
• TransLink monthly pass reimbursement program
• Extensive benefits package including health paramedical dental vision life and disability insurance (eligibility requirements apply)
• Company-matched pension plan and the opportunity to enroll in the Group RRSP (eligibility requirements apply)
• A complimentary hotel stay with breakfast for two through our BE OUR GUEST program for newly hired colleagues
• Opportunities to participate in sustainability charity and community engagement initiatives
• Access to world-class training leadership programs and career development opportunities across a global hospitality network
• Be part of a dynamic diverse team in a stunning luxury environment where no two days are the same
• Enjoy discounted room rates at Fairmont hotels worldwide and special colleague rates across other Accor properties
• Opportunity to grow within a collaborative and professional Finance team
• Exposure to cross-functional business operations
• Distinctly West Coast the hotel delivers unique guest experiences through creativity artistry and elevated hospitality while remaining at the forefront of art music and fashion programming in the city

What you will be doing:

• Support the Regional Director of Finance (RDOF) in overseeing the daily operations of the Accounting department ensuring accurate efficient and compliant financial practices.
• Provide financial guidance and operational support to department leaders helping them understand the financial impact of business decisions and initiatives.
• Review financial performance analyze variances and contribute to forecasting budgeting and financial planning activities.
• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets capital plans and rolling forecasts while supporting strategic financial planning.
• Prepare and review financial and management reports ensuring timely and accurate reporting for hotel leadership corporate office and ownership.
• Monitor balance sheet reconciliations and maintain the integrity of financial data and reporting processes.
• Support internal and external audits ensuring compliance with company policies the Uniform Chart of Accounts and applicable financial regulations.
• Assist in identifying operational risks and implementing internal controls and corrective action plans to protect company assets and operations.
• Partner with Department Heads to identify opportunities to improve revenue performance productivity and cost efficiencies.
• Lead mentor and develop the Accounting team through effective recruitment training coaching and performance management.
• Support succession planning employee engagement and the continuous development of departmental standards and procedures.
• Perform other similar or related duties as required in support of the Finance and Accounting operations
• Significant impact on the financial planning cost management budgeting and operations of assigned unit. Decisions made and analytical data gathered directly influences business operating decisions made by management.
• Significant impact on the tracking and maintenance of budget and financial performance data for assigned division on capital spend and on the accurate and timely reporting of current financial and budget status to management.

Qualifications :

Your experience and skills include:

• Accounting designation Bachelors or Masters Degree in Business Finance or a relevant field of work or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience. CPA or MBA preferred.
• 3 years progressive work-related experience in multiple areas of accounting and/or capital projects management and reporting financial and/or business analysis accounting merger/acquisition analysis or a related area several years managing multi-discipline teams and/or significant complex projects.
• Demonstrated ability to assess and understand a variety of internal and external economic and financial issues which impact the business to analyze data and forecast future business trends and to develop effective financial plans based on businesses assessments.
• Strong communication skills both verbal and written to address all levels within the organization.
• Demonstrated experience with accounting system or similar financial software for the purpose of financial reporting analysis and presentation.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing and developing people.
• Demonstrated knowledge of finance budgeting and accounting processes and regulations

Additional Information :

Your team and working environment:

You will be part of a collaborative Finance team working closely with Finance leadership and department partners to provide accurate analysis and insights. The team values teamwork clear communication and continuous learning in a fast-paced professional environment.

Visa Requirements: Must be legally eligible to work in Canada. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract recruit and promote diverse talent.

Why work for Accor
We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day making sure that work brings purpose to your life so that during your journey with us you can continue to explore Accors limitless possibilities.
By joining Accor every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrows hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor visit  what you love care for the world dare to challenge the status quo! #BELIMITLESS

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time