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Hours Full-time, Part-time
Location New Orleans, LA
New Orleans, Louisiana

About this job

An Assistant Director of Finance - Controller with Waldorf Astoria Hotels and Resorts is responsible for assisting in the direction and administration of all financial operations of the hotel in the hotels continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability.

What will it be like to work for this Hilton Worldwide Brand?

What began with the worlds most iconic hotel is now the worlds most iconic portfolio of hotels. In exceptional destinations around the globe, Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts reflect the culture and history of their extraordinary locations, as well as the rich legacy of Waldorf Astoria. Simply stated, Waldorf Astoria embodies timeless elegance.

We are bringing that legacy to life every day, with fresh, modern expressions of the essence of Waldorf Astoria. We are providing guests the exceptional environments and the personalized attention that are the source of those unforgettable moments that create a singular experience.

Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts is one of Hilton Worldwides ten market-leading brands. For more information visit www.hiltonworldwide.com.

If you understand the value of providing guests with an exceptional environment and personalized attention, you may be just the person we are looking for to work as a Team Member with Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts.

What will I be doing?

As the Assistant Director of Finance - Assistant Controller, you would be responsible for assisting in the direction and administration of all financial operations of the hotel in the hotels continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability. Specifically, you would be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

  • Manage the department to include, but not limited to, managing special projects, monitoring and developing team member performance, providing supervision and professional development, scheduling, conducting counseling and evaluations, delivering recognition and reward, recruiting, interviewing and training team members

  • Directly oversee Accounts Receivable, Credit and Night Audit functions

  • Prepare budget and maintain spending controls to ensure budgetary limits are met

  • Prepare annual depreciation schedules for furniture, equipment, building supplies, revisions and alterations

  • Review and approve all ledger account reconciliations including, but not limited to, bank statements, assets liabilities and credit cards

  • Coordinate and review monthly financial statements for accuracy and monitor coding of cash receipts

  • Assist Director with internal daily audits of cash deposits, transfers and preparation for and monitoring of the capital budget

  • Prepare financial reports, prepare utilities and telephone accruals, monitor records of inventory and ensure compliance with all established billing and credit standards

  • Review and approve tax returns to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations

  • Monitor, approve and prepare daily payroll accounts and issue all paychecks



What are we looking for?

Since being founded in 1919, Hilton Worldwide has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today, Hilton Worldwide remains a beacon of innovation, quality, and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values. Specifically, we look for demonstration of these Values:


H Hospitality - We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.


I Integrity - We do the right thing, all the time.


L Leadership - We're leaders in our industry and in our communities.


T Teamwork - We're team players in everything we do.


O Ownership - We're the owners of our actions and decisions.


N Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline


In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes in our Team Members:

  • Living the Values

  • Quality

  • Productivity

  • Dependability

  • Customer Focus

  • Teamwork

  • Adaptability

What benefits will I receive?

Your benefits will include a competitive starting salary and, depending upon eligibility, a vacation or Paid Time Off (PTO) benefit. You will instantly have access to our unique benefits such as the Team Member and Family Travel Program, which provides reduced hotel room rates at many of our hotels for you and your family, plus discounts on products and services offered by Hilton Worldwide and its partners. After 90 days you may enroll in Hilton Worldwides Health & Welfare benefit plans, depending on eligibility. Hilton Worldwide also offers eligible team members a 401K Savings Plan, as well as Employee Assistance and Educational Assistance Programs. We look forward to reviewing with you the specific benefits you would receive as a Hilton Worldwide Team Member. The above information is provided as a highlight of the major benefits offered to most full-time team members in the United States. All benefits listed may not be offered at all locations. This is not a summary plan description or official plan document.

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