Area Dir Finance

Sage Hospitality is set to hire an accomplished team member at Homewood Suites by Hilton
Washington DC Capitol- Navy Yard. We are seeking a teammate to contribute to the property by
being influential, driven, and ultimately committed to the continued growth and success of the hotel
and community!
Nestled in the heart of DC’s fastest emerging neighborhood along the Anacostia River, Homewood
Suites by Hilton™ Washington DC Capitol Navy Yard is the premier choice for your getaway. Our all-
suite Washington Navy Yard hotel is just footsteps away from the Washington National’s ballpark
and is proud to be an official partner and passionate supporter of the Nationals. With many new
restaurants, stores, outdoor concerts, and a vibrant waterfront along the Anacostia River, guests will
find it’s easy to ‘Be At Home’ during their stay. Featuring a modern glass façade and contemporary
décor, our hotel celebrates the energy of the Navy Yard neighborhood with floor-to-ceiling windows
and Washington Nationals memorabilia along with all the other amenities of the Homewood
Suites. Unique to our property we have modern rooftop terrace equipped with gas grills, a pop-up
bar, and panoramic views of Washington DC, including historic attractions such as the U.S. Capitol
and the Washington Monument.
Feel at home at the Homewood Suites Washington DC Capitol- Navy Yard

At Sage we create a culture of belonging. Our team members serve with creativity, and passion. Sage
associates execute unforgettable experiences and take pride in our communities. We set new standards in hospitality.

The Area Director of Finance is the financial leader of assigned hotels. Oversees all areas in finance, especially payroll, budgeting, forecasting and relevant duties. Supporting multiple hotels requires an ability to demonstrate excellent leadership skills, provides accurate and timely financial reports as requested by leadership and corporate. Implements internal control procedures that safeguard leaders, owner, assets and complies with Federal, State and Local regulations.

• Supports multiple hotels across all areas of financial compliance and reporting, budgeting development and management.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Monthly forecasting of operating staff and cost expenditures. Business planning in line with forecasted sales and costs including guidance to department heads.
• 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.
• 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.
• Assure level of experience, knowledge and ability to meet job requirements of all hotel management. Cost Controls Review controls and assure adherence at all times in order to protect the hotel's property/assets.
• Review sales solicitation activities, room nights productivity and group room rates sold by sales. Review individual productivity and corrective actions are taken. Evaluate market mix and take action in order to best position the hotel for increased business. Involvement in sales solicitation of key accounts by reviewing contracts, meeting with sales department, visit key account contacts in person and by phone.

Education/Formal Training

A four-year college degree (accounting preferred) or equivalent education/experience.

Experience

Experience required by position is five to ten years of employment in a related position with this company or other organization(s).

Knowledge/Skills

• Requires knowledge of all hotel accounting functions performed by the subordinate reporting directly or indirectly.
• Requires advanced knowledge of the accounting, finance and hospitality professions.
• Requires ability to analyze activities or information involving some original data manipulation or interpretation to arrive at logical conclusions.
• Office Management, Bank Reconciliations, Preparation of State and Federal Reports, Training of Accounting staff employees, Conducting or participating in meetings, Analysis of Balance Sheet Accounts, Preparation of Journal entries, closing the books and preparing the Balance, Sheet Package.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Lifting, pushing, pulling, carrying -limited lifting, pushing, pulling, carrying up to 15-20 lbs. Generally boxes, computer equipment.
• Bending/kneeling -limited bending/kneeling required when arranging supplies or equipment.
• Mobility -limited mobility between offices and departments. No continuous standing, climbing or driving.
• Ability to train and interact with management and associates.
• Ability to read reports, computer, etc.

Environment

Work inside 95% of work period.

•  Access to the Sage Savings Spot 
• Unlimited paid time off
• Medical, dental, & vision insurance
• Eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) program with employer matching
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• Basic Life and AD&D insurance
• Company-paid short-termdisability
• Paid FMLA leaveforup to a period of 12 weeks
• Employee Assistance Program
• Great discounts on Hotels, Restaurants, and much more.
• Eligible to participate in the Employee Referral Bonus Program. Up to $1,000 per referral.