Rethink everything you know about the typical hotel experience. Derek is distinctive.

From the moment you arrive at the Hotel Derek at Houston Galleria, you realize the experience will be anything BUT commonplace. Hotel Derek is a refreshing alternative to the standard hotel. Urban sophistication reigns supreme here.

Our design is elegant in its simplicity as well as comfortable and accessible. This one-of-a-kind custom designed hotel near the Galleria in Houston, TX features the essence of our Texas home commingled with a crisp and sleek design. Our classic modern design and tailored look includes rich, vibrant tones to tantalize the eye. Hotel Derek adds significant substance to style by pairing stunning design with impeccable guest service. The result is the modern benchmark of Houston boutique hotels that everyone else strives to emulate.

Hotel Derek has thought of everything you need for the perfect stay at our Houston Hotel including a relaxing outdoor pool with stylish terrace, 24/7 fitness center, 24-hour business center, and, of course, high-speed Internet access. Derek Hotel in Houston, Texas is also thoughtful enough to offer complimentary transportation to nearby offices within a three-mile radius via our Derek Mobile, a chauffeured black stretch SUV. Plus, we know it gets lonely on the road and that is why guests are always welcome to bring their pets along with them!

JOB OVERVIEW

Assists in the oversight of the accounting operation under the guidance of the Controller; Ensures all functions are being performed accurately, on a timely basis and according to hotel standards.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
* Maintain complete knowledge of and comply with all departmental policies/service procedures/standards.
* Maintain complete knowledge of correct maintenance and use of equipment. Use equipment only as intended.
* Assist in the management of day-to-day operations and assignments of accounting staff, plan and organize work, communicate goals, and schedule/assign work. 
* Advise staff of formal policies and procedures, identifying options and resolving issues.  Alert management of potentially serious issues.
* Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments. 
* Assist in managing revenues received and dispersed including accounts receivable, accounts payable, and payroll, audit, General Ledger reporting, and cash handling functions for the hotel.  Implement and maintain acceptable accounting practices and procedures as required by company policy and procedures, generally accepted accounting practices, and as effected by local conditions.
* Prepare financial analyses of hotel operations including variance explanation and make recommendations to ensure the achievement of business goals. 
* Preparation of all balance sheet reconciliations on a monthly basis.
* Assist in the preparation of budgets and financial forecasts and reporting. 
* Develop and implement financial control procedures and systems; maintain documents for audits of hotel accounts; ensure compliance with government regulations, federal, state and local laws, to include EEOC, Wage and Hour, union contracts, etc.  Independently comply with record retention requirements.
* Respond quickly to guest requests in a friendly manner.  Follow up to ensure guest satisfaction.
* Work with other management personnel to establish and implement hotel service standards to achieve maximum profitability and efficiency.
* Assists with the distribution of forecast information as an up to date management tool for operating departments
* Assists with the review of operating equipment stores to avoid unnecessary/excessive purchases and to eliminate (or at least be aware) of obsolete slow moving items
* Interact with outside contacts:
+ Guests - to provide service, send bills and collect payment  
+ Vendors - to pay bills or discuss pricing or billing issues; to ensure proof of insurance
+ Hotel legal counsel - to obtain legal advice as needed
+ Insurance companies, tax consultants, auditors, commercial and government banks - to collaborate on ongoing financial issues for the hotel
+ Regulatory agencies - regarding compliance matters
+ Other contacts as needed (Professional organizations, community groups)

SECONDARY JOB FUNCTIONS

· May serve as "manager on duty" as required.

· May process payroll or verify payroll dollars and reports in a decentralized environment.

· May authorize purchase requests as needed.

· May assist with other duties as assigned including assisting staff with their job functions.

controller, manager, accounting, assistant