[Remote] Director, Business Operations
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Travel + Leisure Co. is the world’s leading vacation ownership and travel membership company, with a dynamic and growing portfolio of resort, travel club, and lifestyle travel brands. The Director, Business Operations is responsible for ensuring business and financial support for the Area, driving margin and new owner creation, and leading the development of annual operating plans.ResponsibilitiesIndependently identify and lead the execution of opportunities which drive margin and new owner creation andDeveloping the talent framework needed to drive earnings while providing appropriate administrative support, including hiring and developing top talent in alignment with Company strategies, andLeading the development of annual operating plans and the development and analysis of all compensation plans andDirecting and ensuring proper internal controls and corporate policies and procedures are established and are being adhered to at all levels within the AreaIdentifies value creation opportunities and develop timelines, deliverables, and measurements to ensure value is realized. Independently leads the development and implementation of management tools to maximize sales and operational efficiencies. Provides operational guidance, develops appropriate models, and prepares recommendations regarding proposed business opportunities. Recommendations ensure reasonable and appropriate revenue and cost projections, identifying significant trends and influence the decision-making process. Sets departmental vision and goals in alignment with strategic intents. Effectively communicates strategy with measureable success to leadership for self and teamEnsures adequate staffing levels are in place to drive administrative and operational support with focus on margin. Collaborates broadly in the recruitment and identification of top talent for all roles. Develops framework for appropriate goal setting and individual develop plans. Ability to communicate performance expectations and desired outcomes regularly. Institutes succession planning for all key roles. Fosters collaboration amongst Area, Business unit, and corporate functionsDirect and manage the specified Area’s individual site budget process, and compensation development process, directly coordinating the activities with site, Area, and corporate staff as well as other key operational personnel within the BU to ensure all business activities and drivers are appropriately and reasonably articulated and projected results documentedLead and direct site administrative personnel. Proactively partners with all levels to ensure adherence to policies & procedures as well as the maintenance of a sound control environment. Ensure new programs and processes developed are effectively communicated and implemented seamlessly and consistently to prevent, manipulation of company systems and records, employee theft and inaccurate financial reporting among other items. Work with other corporate, and business unit, groups to continually strive for consistency and improvements. Identify, provide and implement training on system applications (i.e. Salepoint, CRS, Epny, FoCus, etc.) and modules (i.e. accounting, commissions, contracts, tour reception, gifting, marketing administration, etc.) as neededSkillsBachelor in business required, Accounting or Finance strongly preferredKnowledge of GAAP as well as financial and statistical analysisTeam management skills mandatoryMust be self-motivated, being able to manage multiple projects while incorporating work style with team objectives at both the Area, BU, and corporate levelMust be well organized and able to perform under stressful situationsMust be able to communicate and partner effectively with all levels of the organizationMust be decision-minded, capable of providing senior management clear paths to optimal results desiredExtensive knowledge of MS Office specifically, MS Excel5 years progressive financial experience5 years of management experienceCPA or MBA preferred, but not mandatoryTimeshare experience preferred, but not mandatoryBenefitsMedicalDentalVisionFlexible spending accountsLife and accident coverageDisabilityDepending on position, paid time off, parental leave and holidays (speak to your recruiter for additional information)Wish day paid time to volunteer at an approved organization of your choice401k with employer match (subject to eligibility requirements, including tenure - speak to your recruiter for additional information)Legal and identify theft planVoluntary income protection benefitsWellness program (subject to provider availability)Employee Assistance ProgramCompany OverviewTravel + Leisure Co., the world's leading vacation ownership and membership travel company, provides more than six million vacations to travelers every year. It was founded in 2006, and is headquartered in Orlando, Florida, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://www.travelandleisureco.com.