Director of Finance Business Partner

General Information

Job Description

Impact of this role

The role will also provide timely and accurate financial information and counsel to hotel senior management and hotel owners. She/he will ensure that the hotel operates within all related local and corporate policies and procedures and under the terms of the Management Agreement.

Key expectations of this role

• Responsible for assessing the financial performance of the Hotel as well as possible risks and investments.
• Overseeing all accounting and finance aspects of the hotel including month end procedures, accounts receivable, cost control, income audit, cashiering, accounts payable and general ledger in accordance with Rosewood’s policies & procedures.
• Continuously identifying and developing areas for business improvement and motivating key stakeholders to actively engage in the process through analysis & planning.
• Acting as a coach and mentor to the Finance team by providing guidance and support in maintaining high performance and engagement.
• Showing a sound understanding of the hotel operation paired with expert finance knowledge to provide valuable insights to support the leadership team in achieving maximum profitability in their areas of responsibility.
• Lead performance analysis, budgeting, forecasting and management reporting.
• Verify fixed assets are purchased according to the capital expenditure budget, amounts are properly recorded, and the fixed assets ledger is completed.

Required

• 3-5 years of professional experience at a similar position preferably in the Hospitality Industry.
• Proven experience managing various stakeholders, including external partners and owners.
• Solid experience managing & motivating large teams and driving change applying a transformational leadership.
• With strong financial analysis skills, with proven records managing complex budgets and forecasts.
• Excellent knowledge of the Uniform System of Accounts for the Lodging Industry (USALI).
• Perfect knowledge of Hyperion Program and Smart View Tool for reporting, budgeting, forecast, etc.
• Excellent communications skills in both English & Italian.

Will be an advantage

• Experience with Payroll productivity management
• Well versed in SUN System (Accounting System), Birchstreet, Opera, Simphony.

About Us

Located in the former headquarters of Italy’s Banca Nazionale del Lavoro (BNL) overlooking the iconic Via Veneto, Rosewood Rome will encompass three historic buildings, each of which were originally built in the early 1900s. The crown jewel of the project will be the reimagination of the former BNL headquarters, the main unit of the development that was initially designed by renowned Italian architect and urban planner Marcello Piacentini. The design will take influence from the hotel’s location overlooking Via Veneto, one of Rome’s most elegant streets and a symbol of the celebrated Federico Fellini film, La Dolce Vita, with elegant interiors that blend timeless style with contemporary comforts. In keeping with Rosewood’s guiding A Sense of Place philosophy, Rome’s relaxed ambiance and devotion to dolce far niente, or the art of “doing nothing,” will influence the hotel’s design concept, which will mix traditional architectural elements with modern décor and detailing to create a sophisticated environment for the ultimate life of leisure. Upon completion, Rosewood Rome will offer 157 accommodations, including 44 suites. Home to three dining outlets, including a contemporary Italian bistro, a lobby bar and café and a rooftop bar with a terrace with sweeping views of the city, the hotel will serve as a luxurious escape for locals and visitors alike. Additional amenities include a subterrain experience within the bank’s original vault featuring a modern Roman Bathhouse and Sense, A Rosewood Spa, located on the rooftop which will feature four dedicated treatment rooms and a wellness terrace with a reflecting pool and dynamic fitness center. Dedicated event spaces will encompass three meeting rooms and a grand ballroom.