Assistant Controller

The Fairmont Southampton

Location: Bermuda - Southampton

Jan 17, 2013
Electronic User
EMP Account - Fairmont
(441) 238-8000
(441) 238-8968
PO Box HM 1379

Hamilton HM FX, Bermuda, Bermuda 12345
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Job Details
Assistant Controller

At Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, our financial operations thrive with the commitment of Colleagues and Leaders who model our values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork and Empowerment. Showcase your leadership and numerical strengths as Assistant Financial Controller, where your accuracy and attention to detail will inspire the same qualities in your team members.

Hotel Overview: Reigning from Bermuda's highest point, over a majestic 100 acre estate, The Fairmont Southampton is located on the southern shore of Bermuda. The Fairmont Southampton has been the island's premier luxury resort since its opening in 1972 and is regarded as a leader in the hospitality industry on the island.

Summary of Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Regional Controller, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

* Assisting in the preparation of financial statements, annual budgets, and operating forecasts within strict deadlines
* Monitoring, supervising and preparing month-end balance sheet account reconciliation and analysis
* Managing the general ledger; ensuring timely completion completion of all month-end account reconciliations, account analysis and closing procedures
* Assisting in maintaining a system of internal controls, meeting all corporate policies and procedural requirements and ensuring all departments comply with policy
* Assisting departments in the interpretation, orientation, training and analysis of revenue, payroll and expense matters
* Assisting in the effective utilization and integration of hotel and accounting technology systems, including current and future software applications
* Verifying the accuracy of all audit transactions, ensuring accurate daily reporting of financial information
* Selecting, training, developing and managing team including conducting performance evaluations
* Functionally responsible for managing the activities of the Controller as required
* Other duties as assigned 
* Professional designation or acceptable university degree with an appropriate specialization in Accounting or enrolled in a recognized accounting program with the progression to 4th or 5th level, or equivalent experience
* 3 years accounting experience in a senior role as a Controller of a small hotel or as an Assistant Controller of a large hotel
* Excellent analytical, problem solving, administrative, multi-tasking and organizational skills
* Proven report writing and presentation skills
* Excellent interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills
* Proven leadership and coaching skills with a record of developing effective accounting professionals
* Able to work efficiently, independently and cohesively, producing quality results within strict deadlines, in a multi cultural environment
* Comprehensive knowledge of hotel operating systems and software including ACCPAC, Hyperion, Lotus, LANmark and Micros POS
* Computer literate in Microsoft Window applications required

Visa Requirements: Non-Bermudian candidates will need to qualify for a Bermuda Department of Immigration work permit applied for by the Fairmont Southampton Hotel. 
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Applicants who do not already have legal permission to work in Bermuda will not be considered.
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Hotel/Resort
Accounting/Finance