Director Of Finance

The St. Regis Istanbul

Exciting and rewarding career opportunities await you at The St. Regis Istanbul.

An extraordinary setting, discreet recognition and the highest expression of personalization are hallmarks of the St. Regis experience. A culture motivated by the desire to fulfill each request in an authentic and meaningful way ensures a service standard beyond expectation. We cultivate our talent through a positive approach that is both our legacy and our touchstone.

About St. Regis
A Living Legacy
Born of a distinctive legacy and crafted for modern connoisseurs who desire the finest experiences imaginable, the St. Regis brand established luxury hospitality with the opening of The St. Regis New York more than 100 years ago. From the moment John Jacob Astor IV opened the doors of his Beaux-Arts masterpiece on New York’s Fifth Avenue, St. Regis has stood as a symbol of uncompromising elegance and bespoke service.

St. Regis Butler Service. Allow Me.
St. Regis Butler Service has been a signature of the St. Regis experience for more than a century, and we remain the only luxury hospitality brand to offer this personalized service at every one of our hotels around the world. From a forgotten travel item to a perfectly pressed suit ready for an important meeting or a thoughtful gift for a loved one, no request is too small or unattainable no matter the hourof the day. The essence of  St. Regis Butler Service is discreet, personalized, anticipatory attention that allows our guests to savor the rarest of all luxuries—time.

Experiences Beyond Expectation
Combining classic sophistication with a modern sensibility, the St. Regis brand is committed to delivering exceptional experiences at over 30 of the best addresses around the world. Our hotels and resorts are settings for exceptional moments, where signature rituals such as enjoying a Bloody Mary or partaking in afternoon tea draw on the brand heritage and create emotional connections with guests. These time-honored traditions reflect the distinct cultural influences and local flavors of each unique destination. Personalized, anticipatory service and refined luxurious pursuits are the hallmark of our brand history, as well as the essence of St. Regis Aficionado, where exclusive access is tailored to each guest- from entrée to the world’s premiere private collections to tasting vintages never released to the public. Past and future, rare and refined, this is the signature of St. Regis.

About The St. Regis Istanbul
The Best Address
Located in the heart of the most exclusive district of Istanbul, Nişantaşı, The St. Regis Istanbul is surrounded by the luxurious boutiques, the very best of culinary and wine offering, the finest of art and entertainment. Mere steps away are such attractions as Maçka Park, the convention center, the city center, Taksim square and the Bosphorus.


 

İŞ TANIMI

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES
Engaging in Strategic Planning and Decision Making
• Develops means to improve profit, including estimating cost and benefit, exploring new business opportunities, etc.
• Analyzes information, forecasts sales against expenses and creates annual budget plans.
• Compiles information, analyzes and monitors actual sales against projected sales.
• Analyzes differences between actual budget wages and forecasted wages for more efficient budget planning.
• Identifies the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
• Thinks creatively and practically to develop, execute and implement new business plans
• Creates the annual operating budget for the property.
• Provides analytical support during budget reviews to identify cost saving and productivity opportunities for property managers.
• Implements a system of appropriate controls to manage business risks.
• Ensures a strong accounting and operational control environment to safeguard assets, improve operations and profitability.
• Analyzes financial data and market trends.
• Leads the development and implementation of a comprehensive annual business plan which is aligned with the company’s and brand’s strategic direction.
• Provides on going analytical support by monitoring the operating department’s actual and projected sales.
• Produces accurate forecasts that enable operations to react to changes in the business.
• Speaks fluent English and Turkish.
• Knowledge on local fiscal and statutory requirements.
• Strong knowledge of Micros/Opera and SAP.
 
 
Leading Finance Teams
• Utilizes interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and encourage others; advocates sound financial/business decision making; demonstrates honesty/integrity; leads by example.
• Communicates the strategic goals, the focus and the owner priorities to subordinates in a clear and precise manner.
• Leverages strong functional leadership and communication skills to influence the executive team, the property's strategies and to lead own team.
• Oversees internal, external and regulatory audit processes.
• Provides excellent leadership by assigning team members and other departments managers' clear accountability backed by appropriate authority.
• Conducts annual performance appraisals with direct reports according to standard operating procedures.
Anticipating and Delivering on the Needs of Key Stakeholders
• Attends meetings and communicating with the owners, understanding the priorities and strategic focus.
• Understands and meets the needs of key stakeholders (owners, corporate, guests, etc.).
• Advises the GM and executive committee on existing and evolving operating/financial issues.
• Communicates financial concepts in a clear and persuasive manner that is easy to understand and drives desired behaviors.
• Demonstrates an understanding of cash flow and owner priorities.
• Manages communication with owners in an effective manner.
• Manages property working capital and cash flow in accordance with brand standard operating procedures and owner requirements.
• Facilitates critique meetings to review information with management team.
Developing and Maintaining Finance Goals
• Ensures Profits and Losses are documented accurately.
• Monitors all taxes that apply, ensuring that taxes are current, collected and/or accrued.
• Submits reports in a timely manner, ensuring delivery deadlines.
• Develops and supports achievement of performance goals, budget goals, team goals, etc.
• Improves profit growth in operating departments.
• Reviews audit issues to ensure accuracy.
• Monitor the purchasing process as applicable.
Managing Projects and Policies
• Generates and provides accurate and timely results in the form of reports, presentations, etc.
• Reconciles balance sheet to ensure account balances are supported by appropriate
documentation in accordance with standard operating procedures.
• Ensures that the P&L is accurate (e.g., costs are properly matched to revenue, costs are recorded in the proper accounts).
• Ensures compliance with management contract and reporting requirements.
• Ensures compliance with standard and local operating procedures.
• Ensures compliance with standard operating procedures.
Managing and Conducting Human Resource Activities
• Ensures team members are cross-trained to support successful daily operations.
• Ensures property policies are administered fairly and consistently.
• Creates appropriate development plans which develop team members based on their individual strengths, development needs, career aspirations and abilities.