Manager - Finance

Supervises all aspects of the finance and accounting functions of the hotel keeping with the financial reporting norms, companys accounting policies/ RCMs and assist the Director of Finance for maximising profitability and in statutory compliance management. Prepares financial reporting pack with detailed variance analysis to provide inputs for management decision making and driving efficiencies. Strategically manages all aspects of the finance and accounting functions of the hotel, maintaining the financial reporting norms with a view to maximise profitability and achieve desired financial results.

Functional Competencies Budgeting & Forecasting
Accounting & Financial Management
Cost Management
Statutory Knowledge
P & L Understanding
Accounting Systems
Knowledge of Procurement and Inventory Management
Knowledge of HR, Training, Sustainability, Revenue Management, Financials tools & techniques
Business Acumen
Import Regulations
Internal Software Knowledge
Written & Verbal Communication
Computer Skills
Safety & Hygiene Practices Behavioural Competencies Strategic Thinking
Analytical Approach
Planning and Prioritizing
Proactivity
Attention to Details
Coaching and Mentoring
Team Building & Orientation
Empowerment
Decision Making
Interpersonal Effectiveness
Result Orientation & Entrepreneurial Drive
Conflict resolution/ Managing Crisis
Mutual Respect Areas Key Activities 1 Budgeting and Planning *Guide and direct the budgeting process for Capital Expenditure and Operational performance for the year with revenue projections duly aligned with business strategy and justifying each and every cost head.
*Produces accurate forecasts that enable operations to react to changes in the business.
*Assists in strategy formulation for the hotel in order to achieve greater profitability.
*Budgetary control to ensure desired financial performance with an emphasis on profit maximization and cash flow through revenue enhancement and strict expenditure controls.
*Set specific targets foriInventory, debtors and creditors levels and periodic ageing review to keep the same at minimum levels.
*Leads the development and implementation of a comprehensive annual business plan which is aligned with the companys and brands strategic direction.
*Analyzes financial data and market trends.
*Creates the annual operating budget for the property.
*Provides analytical support during budget reviews to identify cost saving and productivity opportunities for property managers.
*Plans dip-test to comprehensively cover all functions and processes concerning finance and statutory compliance and take corrective actions for observations. 2 Financials and Reporting *Assumes responsibility for preparing and presenting all MIS reports to develop a more informative database for improved management decision making and critical evaluation of activities.
* Set up a review system to comprehensively cover all areas of financial performance and statutory compliance.
*Ensure the daily and monthly FC checklist is diligently filled and all tasks are performed in timelines.
*Informs and advises the Department heads in areas of financial performance, cost-benefits analysis, cost management.
*Reconciles balance sheet to ensure account balances are supported by appropriate documentation in accordance with policies of the organisation.
*Ensures compliance with management contract and reporting requirements. 3 Audit & Statutory Compliance *Reviews audit findings - Safety/Hygiene and TPAM (Taj Positive Assurance Model) and takes corrective measures to ensure full compliance.
*Prepares the internal audit checklists as per the IHCL Safety Guidelines.
*Adheres to all departmental legal compliances.
*Ensures that the terms of the Operating agreement with Partners are duly complied with in all respects.
*Implements the latest amendments in commercial laws, tax structures and other developments in the financial world and ensuring that all litigations are handled diligently in line with Corporate guidelines.
*Ensures deposition of all taxes and statutory dues in a timely manner and filing of all returns within due dates.
*Ensures compliance of all statutory and internal audit procedures and implement corrective actions as brought out by the audit observations.
*Prepares and presents all MIS reports to develop a more informative database for improved management decision making and critical evaluation of activities.
*Monitors cost and profit performance of all departments regularly and provides recommendations / suggest corrective action. 4 People *Partners with Human Resources to develop departmental workforce plans, hiring schedule, interview and select candidates that demonstrate the TATA and IHCL values along with core functional expertise. Assign buddies to new team members and monitor the progress of departmental induction.
*To set department and sub-department goals which are in line with the hotel and department strategies. Communicate goals, conduct Q-Chats (quarterly performance reviews), analyse performance and provide relevant input for training programs.
*Prepares department duty rosters and approves leave in consultation with the department head.
*Identifies the developmental needs of others and coaches, mentors and helps others improve their knowledge or skills.
*Ensures disciplinary procedures and documentation, adhering to the standards of Tata Code of Conduct and values of IHCL.
*Identifies departmental and individual training needs, develops training calenders, conducts training and recommends suitable training programs to address individual capability gaps. Participates in certification of team members in key skills. Ensures self and directly reporting managers attend appropriate core training classes.
*Creates a culture of recognition by actively participating in the STARS (Special Thanks and Recognition System) Program.
*Creates a culture of Trust, Awareness and Joy by conducting departmental meetings, reviewing V-Connect feedback, drawing and implementing suitable action plans. 5 Internal Process *Supervises and approves all accounting transactions on a daily basis and review of daily key reports of payables, receivables and income audit and F&B contol functions for capturing leakages and correcting the exceptions.
*Tracking the status of Legatrix and ensure that all statutory tasks are marked by all functions in a timely manner.
*Ensuring that the terms of the operating agreement with partners are duly complied with in all respects.
*Oversees internal audit processes.
*Advises the GM and executive committee on existing and evolving operating/financial issues.
*Monitors costs and profits and does a detailed variance analysis and provide inputs for management decision making to take corrective actions. 6 Safety *Identifies risks and develops HIRA (Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment).
*Adheres to roles and responsibilities pertaining to safety as defined by the hotel from time to time as per the PCM (Progressive Consequence Management) SOP and IMBC (Incident Management and Business Continuity).