About Four Seasons:
Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.
At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.
About the location:
Four Seasons Yacht I
With elegant lines and sweeping ocean views, our spectacular yacht is home to 95 expansive suites and guest rooms, alongside a world-class choice of dining, wellness, and entertainment. It delivers numerous industry firsts to the yacht category — including the largest accommodations in the class, virtually endless ways to connect and configure suites, and Four Seasons unparalleled hospitality extended across the world’s oceans for the very first time
The Four Seasons Yacht I boasts 679 ft. in length // 34,000 Gross Tonnage// 95 Suites // 1:1 Guest/Staff Ratio
Each of the yacht’s 95 suites will offer panoramic views through floor-to-ceiling windows and access to expansive private terraces.
Eleven onboard restaurant and lounge locations celebrate Four Seasons history of culinary innovation and attention to guest preferences. From classic Mediterranean to comfort food favorites, enjoy dining al fresco, indoors, or in the comfort of your suite’s terrace deck.
About this role:
As an Assistant Department Head, the Finance Manager will lead the Shoreside Finance department for the Four Seasons Yachts, Shoreside and will assist with the set-up of the shipboard Finance department operations onboard. This role is based in the Miami Corporate Office.
The Finance Manager will have the ability to develop, with key personnel, strategies and programs to ensure achievement of the Yacht goals and objectives.
What you will do:
This position's primary responsibility is to set up the Yacht operational budgets, pre-opening, and post launch for both shoreside and shipboard operations. This role will be instrumental in partnering with ownership's Finance leaders to collectively maintain an approved budget.
The Finance Manager will set forth minimum acceptable standards of quality, operation and service as a benchmark point for self-measurement.
A key responsibility is to represent the interests of the Yacht and its personnel in a fair, impartial and equitable manner. Also have the ability to represent the Yacht to the public, industry and government in such a manner to enhance the reputation of the brand and to gain recognition for their competency and contribution.
This position will work closely with the Yacht senior leadership team, and the Director of Finance to meet deliverables.
What you bring:
A Finance background, preferably in the cruise line or luxury hotel sector with a solid understanding of startup operations, and accounting principles. Fully understand the allocation methods, budget process and financial reporting. Understanding of applicable GAAP principles and be able to perform all daily, monthly and other periodic accounting and financial reporting in an accurate and timely nature.
Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in financial accounting, with proven experience in luxury hospitality, yacht or luxury cruise line operations is highly preferred. Demonstrated record of accomplishment of successful leadership, strategic planning, and operational excellence. Must have exceptional communication skills and command of English language. Must be fully versed with financial accounting systems.
What we offer:
• Competitive Salary, wages, and a comprehensive benefits package
• Excellent Training and Development opportunities
• Complimentary Employee Meals
* Employee discounts at our Four Seasons properties.
* Hybrid working environment, 3 days in office, 2 days remote.
Schedule & Hours:
• Candidate must hold valid US Work Authorization to be able to work in a Hybrid model, in the Miami Corporate Yacht office. This role may have
occasional travel to the shipyard during the pre-opening phase.