Assistant Director of Finance

Description

The ideal candidatedemonstratesstrong interpersonal skills, a natural ability to build positive working relationships, and a commitment to fostering employee engagement across the department.

As a key member of themanagementteam, this rolerequires a leader who can motivate, develop, and inspire team members while promoting a collaborative and inclusive work environment. Effective communication, relationship‑building, and the ability to influence and support others are essential to success in this position.

This position requires a collaborative leader with strong payrollexpertise, a commitment to accuracy, and a proven ability to support a high‑performing team within a luxury hospitality environment.

Thiscandidateengageseffectivelistening.

The position requires experienceoperatingwithin a unionized environment and the ability to interpret and apply Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) language as it relates to payroll rates and compensation administration. Responsibilities include reviewing contract provisions governing wage scales, progression schedules, premiums, overtime, and special pay categories to ensureaccuratepayroll processing and compliance with negotiated agreement

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily accounting operations with a focus on accuracy, compliance, and efficiency.

• Oversee payroll processing, ensuring compliance with

WSIB ,ESA, Wage & Hour, and internal standards.

• Provide meaningful financial analysis, variance reporting, and forecasting support to leadership.

• Maintainrobust financial controls, audit readiness, and proper record‑retention practices.

• Coach, mentor, and support accounting team members to ensurestrong performanceand teamwork.

• Collaborate with hotel leadership, vendors, auditors, banks, and regulatory agencies.

• Support operational departments by delivering clear financial insights and reporting tools.

• Serve as Manager on Duty and approve purchases asrequired.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

• Minimum2+ years of hotel accounting or audit experience with leadership responsibilities.

• Strong knowledge of hotel payroll functions, financial reporting, budgeting, and internal controls.

• Excellent communication, critical thinking,interpersonal and team buildingskills, andorganizational skills.

• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

The statements in this job description are intended to describe the essential nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be ALL responsibilities or qualifications of the job.

Additional Job Information/Anticipated

Pay Range

Pay Range: $79,000.00 - 89, 000.00/ annual base salary pay offered may vary depending on various factors including but not limited to job related knowledge, skills and job specific experience/overall experience and are eligible for a bonus plan.

Union/Non-Union: This is a non-union role.

Job vacancy :
This is an active posting and not a new position.

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