Finance Director jobs in Wyoming

Responsible for directing and overseeing all fiscal functions of the Resort in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles issued by the Financial Accounting Standards Board and other regulatory and advisory organizations and in accordance with appropriate financial management techniques and practices. Provide strategic leadership for the Resort by working with the Grand Targhee Resort Senior Staff to establish goals, strategies, plans and policies.  A key part of every employee's job is to serve as a Targhee ambassador, engaging the guest at every opportunity.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.  Other duties may be assigned.

1. Plan, develop, organize, implement, direct and evaluate the Resort’s fiscal function and performance.
2. Serve as a member of the Senior Staff and provide strategic financial leadership on decision making issues affecting the Resort.
3. Participate in the development of strategic plans and programs.
4. Provide timely and accurate processing of accounts payable/receivable and analysis of budgets, financial reports and financial trends and projections in order to assist the General Manager and other senior managers in performing their responsibilities.
5. Work closely with all business units in managing their businesses including forecasting, budgeting and ongoing strategic management of each unit and to Resort as a whole.
6. Provide information and analysis to Owner as requested.
7. Develop, implement, and enforce policies and procedures by way of systems that will improve the overall operation and effectiveness of the Resort.
8. Works in conjunction with third party entities on property, sales and corporate tax filings.
9. Works with the General Manager to oversee capital expenditures and ensures resources are allocated effectively through annual budgeting and project reporting.
10. Effectively develop solutions to business challenges.
11. Provide technical and financial advice to others in the organization.
12. Continual improvement of the budgeting process through education of managers on financial issues impacting their budgets.
13. Optimize the handling of bank and deposit relationships and initiate appropriate strategies to enhance cash position.
14. Works with insurance brokers to secure and maintain general liability insurance.
15.  Develop and/or maintain a reliable cash flow projection process and reporting mechanism which will meet operating needs.
16. Be an advisor, from a financial perspective, on any contracts into which the Resort may enter.
17. Continual evaluation of the finance department (structure and team plan) for improvement of the efficiency and effectiveness of the group as a service department to other departments.
18. Responsible to meet regularly with all accounting and IT staff to enhance communication internally and throughout the Resort.
19. Oversee all accounting/finance and IT functions and staff, including but not limited to, budget preparation and tracking, forecasting, capital expenditures, cash flow, accounts payable/receivable, reconciliation, audits and internal controls.
20. May assist in securing financing for the Resort. This may include but not be limited to annual reporting and covenant compliance.
21. Oversee all Information Technology functions and staff.
22. Perform other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES:

To perform the job successfully, the individual must demonstrate the following competencies.

• Dedication – the individual must be committed to achieving results under demanding time frames.
• Analytical – the individual synthesizes complex or diverse information.
• Problem solving – the individual must be able to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner and gather and analyze information skillfully.
• Oral communications – the individual speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations, demonstrates group presentation skills and conducts meetings.
• Delegation – the individual delegates work assignments, gives authority to work independently, sets expectations and monitors delegated activities.
• Leadership – inspires and motivates others to perform well, accepts feedback from others and responds appropriately and effectively.
• Management skills – includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement; makes self available to staff; provides regular performance feedback; and develops subordinates’ skills and encourages growth.
• Quality management – the individual looks for ways to improve and promote quality and demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Judgment – displays willingness to make decisions, exhibits sound and accurate judgment and makes timely decisions.
• Planning/organizing – prioritizes and plans work activities, uses time efficiently and develops realistic action plans.
• Integrity – the individual possesses high ethical standards and expects the same from others.

RESPONSIBILITIES TO SAFETY:

1. Protect the safety of self, co-workers, and Grand Targhee Resort guests at all times.
2. Report any potentially harmful equipment or situations to the appropriate department manager or immediate supervisor without delay.
3. Report safety-related accidents and incidents at once to immediate supervisor. Follow all Resort and department safety policies and procedures as outlined in the Resort’s Occupational Safety & Health Compliance Manual and department-specific procedures or manuals.
4. Operate equipment in a safe manner that will not lead to injury of yourself or others.
5. Drive in accordance with the law and Grand Targhee Resort policies.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Oversees the entire Finance Department, including accounting, reconciliation and information technology. Direct supervision of the Accounting Manager and Director of Information Technology. Indirect responsibility for accounts payable, reconciliation and information technology staff positions. Responsible for the overall direction, coordination, growth and evaluation of the department and functions within the department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the Resort’s policies, procedures and applicable laws. Responsibilities include planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding, coaching and disciplining direct reports, addressing complaints and resolving problems, and supporting direct reports in the supervision of their subordinates. Requires the ability to delegate responsibility and motivate managers to achieve goals and objectives.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and meet the basic competencies. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Professional accounting designation or equivalent education and/or experience required. Bachelor’s degree in accounting preferred and higher degree desirable. Ten years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Skilled in the use of Microsoft Office products, particularly in Microsoft Excel. Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central accounting software a plus. Experience with Modeling a plus. Experience within the resort industry helpful.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from guests, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information to owner, management, staff, bank representatives and/or public groups.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as statistical analysis, frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis. Ability to create and manipulate complex spreadsheets.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Flexible working hours, including weekends and holidays required. Must be able to handle confidential materials and information professionally. Must be well organized, self motivated and detail oriented.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and potential risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.