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Company ProfileOne of the most successful worldwide hospitality management companies and the leading global company in the hospitality niche of serviced apartments is sourcing candidates for this company. In the heart of the prestigious business and commercial district, the company has opened 2 apartments in 2007. 该公司是全球著名的酒店式服务公寓运营商之一，并且是该领域在世界范围内的引领者。2007年，该公司的两座酒店式公寓已在北京市繁华的经济和商业中心正式营业。 Position: Financial ControllerReport to: GM (U.K.)Subordinates: 15SUMMARY: Reporting to the General Manager and the Regional Director of Finance, the Financial Controller is responsible for the supervision of all members of the Accounting Department; Providing functional guidance to Executive Committee and Department Heads; Interacting with property’s legal counsel, insurance companies, tax consultants, auditors, commercial and government banks to effectively control the assets of the business and to provide business support.To perform the human resource function by ensuring associate selection, training, counseling and recognition programs are adhered to in order to maximize performance standards and to adhere to guest service standards in order to maximize guest satisfaction.QUALIFICATION:1.Bachelor Degree in Economic major in accounting or finance or equivalent the Fellow/Associate of the relevant Professional Associations2.Minimum of 3 years experience on the same relevant senior position or 5 years experience of the sub-department head position. Preference of the candidate has experience in hospitality industry.3.Fluent in English and Chinese.4.Profound knowledge of Windows, Excel , Words and Power Points. Training , communication and supervision skillsDUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Main responsibilities of the position are as follows;1.Overall management of the accounting records and financial reports of the property ensuring compliance with company, owner, statutory and fiscal requirements and timetables.2.Where applicable the above must include the accounts for International’s branch or subsidiary.3.Ensure that the balance sheet is a fair reflection of the assets and liabilities of the property. The balance sheet must be regularly reviewed and reconciliation’s performed of all accounts.4.Ensure compliance with the management agreement with International, and any Owner / Lease agreement.5.Maintain a focused system of internal controls, which will provide an effective and efficient control over the property assets, liabilities, revenue and costs. Ensure compliance with company policy.6.Ensure legal and tax compliance and that adequate insurance cover is maintained. Manage the pension scheme, where applicable, ensuring that adequate accounting, actuarial and legal controls are in place.7.Ensure proper permits and licenses have been obtained for such matters as importation, currency transfers and property operations (bars, clubs, casinos etc.). Take responsibility for the safekeeping and updating of all leases and contracts, which may affect the financial status of the property.8.Liaise and co-operate with both Internal and External Audit. Ensure that an effective programmed of in-property audit is in place and that corrective action is promptly taken where required. Give particular emphasis to ensuring that all revenue is captured. Make use of a monthly control checklist.9.Develop best practice financial accounting and control procedures. Financial reporting and control to be an area of continuous review and development with the aim of maximizing both impact and efficiency.10.Prepare departmental expenditure budget for coming year and control the departmental expenses for current year.11.Will ensure property rules and regulations are adhered to and will maintain discipline within the property following disciplinary guidelines as disciplinary guidelines as described in the Employee handbook.12.Develop high quality management information and performance measurement that is timely, accurate. Reporting should be thought provoking and action oriented.13.Implement reporting that incorporates benchmarking, identification and measurement of key performance indicators, and use of the balanced scorecard. Reporting should not only look to historical performance within the property, but also outwards and forwards.14.Support and advice on financial and commercial matters to the General Manager and to the property team, including the interpretation of financial data.15.Review management information for the property and make proposals for the General Manager for value added initiatives. Where appropriate, play the “Devils Advocate” to challenge practices and proposals.16.Provide financial and commercial skills to support business development initiatives, major pricing decisions and other commercial decision making.17.Support the implementation of financial systems in the property.18.With the EDP ensure proper use and maintenance of financial systems, including adequate security and back up procedures.19.Utilize project evaluation techniques to assist in directing investment to those projects which optimize returns both for the individual project and the enterprise as a whole.20.Perform post investment audit on major capital investments.21.Ensure compliance with OAP capital policy. Maintain proper control and recording of project spends.22.Where applicable, prepare review and be involved in the production of financials for new developments and acquisitions.23.Take a support role to the General Manager in property strategic planning. Particular emphasis on Master-Planning and “thinking outside the box” to identify value opportunities.24.Manage the formulation, review and approval process for budgeting within the property.25.Ensure a regular cycle of forecasting takes place within the property with content and detail appropriate to the needs of the operation.26.Recruit and retain the best people for the job, especially at Chief Accountant level. Make use of succession planning to develop and replace individuals effectively. Establish and maintain good employee relations within the Finance Department. 27.Aim to maximize efficiency in the accounting department. We should aim for optimum associating levels - in many cases this is not the case now. Recognize that a highly organized Accounts Office is often a sign of an efficient department.28.Develop the effectiveness of the property finance function through the ongoing training and development of the team. Lead and motivate the team to high levels of performance.29.Ensure you manage to specific measurable objectives. Give regular feedback including appraisals.30.Both the Controller and Assistant should have a personal development plan.31.Provide training to enhance the financial skills of the Management Team as a whole.32.Minimize the level of working capital, with particular emphasis on the management of debtors, stocks and sundry receivables. Maximize interest earnings and minimize interest expense.33.Maintain accurate cash flow forecasts for at least one year ahead, and ensure adequate notice is given to property, and to Owners, of any future cash requirements.34.Ensure full reconciliation of all bank accounts on a monthly basis. The highest standards of control must be maintained over all cash and bank balances at all times.35.Understand and measure cost drivers for the property. Utilize innovative analysis to stimulate thought and management action.36.Ensure that adequate purchasing procedures are in operation so that purchases of goods and services are made in the most cost-effective manner.37.Benchmark costs against other property. Identify cost reduction opportunities. Manage financial risks of the business.38.Set an example to the property by operating an efficient and cost effective finance department.39.The Controller has a direct responsibility to the General Manager of the property combined with a responsibility to the Area VP Finance for the maintenance of professional standards. In the rare event that this dual responsibility gives rise to a conflict, the matter must be referred to the Regional VP and the Area VP Finance for guidance.40.The appointment and dismissal of the Controller is made by the Area VP Finance in consultation with the property General Manager. No changes to the remuneration package of any Controller (or Chief Accountant) may be made without the written approval of the Area VP Finance.41.The Controller has unlimited rights of access to all financial figures and facts of the operation. The Controller exercising reasonable tact may visit any department to ask questions and make any study in fulfillment of his / her duties.42.The General Manager must consult the Area VP Finance over the completion of any appraisal or Personal Development Review for the Controller. 43.Any bonus scheme for the Controller must be agreed with the Area VP Finance in advance maintenance of professional standards.44.Supervising all associates in the accounting office, F&B Control and Storeroom and F&B restaurant cashiers45.Internal contacts – closely with all DH within the property. FC with other Property.46.External Contracts – Local related governmental officials e.g. Tax bureau, Industrial & Commercial bureau and Foreign Exchange Control Bureau etc as well as all outside company or entity contact in respect of the commercial nature with the property daily operations. Travel requirement – basically is not required with exceptional of special assignment.47.Any other duties specified by Management48.Must be fully conversant with the properties emergency procedures and ensure that all (department) associates are also conversant with them.49.Will comply with any other directive from Senior Management which may from time to time be requested.50.Will comply with property rules and regulations as outlined in the employee handbook, which may from time to time be amended or replaced.
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