Area Director of Finance

What You'll Do

• Recruit, train, support and mentor Directors of Finance (DOFs) in your region to be true business partners.
• Review of financial documents and monthly P&L packages prior to issuance.
• Complete quarterly balance sheet reviews in Blackline and communicate any outstanding issues and/or liabilities regional leader.
• Work in conjunction with Ops, Sales, and Revenue teams to complete area scrubs of budgets prior to submission to the regional team.
• Build and maintain good relationships with all asset managers and attend all owner reviews.
• Monitor hotel cash flow projections and ensure we are aligned with funding and distribution requirements per the HOA.
• Ensure Sales and Use Tax laws are being followed and provide leadership for your teams with respect to tax audits.
• Plan and coordinate all openings and transitions in your area to include the opening checklist, stub budgets, proration schedules, recruiting, hiring and training all finance staff.
• Actively participate on the area team and collaborate with fellow Area DOFs on projects, policies, and procedures, etc.
• Provide accounting teams with the resources, training, and empowerment to carry out their responsibilities.
• Develop each person's talents and skills to their full potential to improve their contribution to the success of the business.
• Monitor financial performance by ensuring internal controls are in place, monitoring controls to ensure maximum flow and profit, ensuring DOFs are performing, etc.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Business Studies is preferred. Master's Degree and/or CPA is a plus.
• 3 to 4 years of director-level experience in hospitality finance is preferred.
• Outstanding communication skills and the ability to implement strategic plans.
• Excellent financial modeling, project management, and critical thinking skills with a strong work ethic.
• Prior experience with PeopleSoft or similar accounting package, SAP/BPC is preferred.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (with an emphasis on Excel).