Director of Finance

Hyatt seeks a Finance Business Partner who embraces agile principles and is committed to cross-function collaboration to implement strategic financial strategies aligned with business objectives, driving key priorities for all stakeholders. This role reports to the General Manager and is pivotal in guiding strategic decision-making and financial planning to enhance the hotel’s achievements and profitability.

At Hyatt, we believe in the power of belonging and creating a culture of care, where colleagues become family. Since 1957, our colleagues and guests have been central to our business, helping Hyatt grow into one of the leading hospitality brands globally. We prioritize people, turning trips into journeys, encounters into experiences, and jobs into careers.

About the Role

The Director of Finance oversees all financial operations of the hotel, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and adherence to financial regulations and standards. This role plans, organizes, directs, and controls the financial and control functions of the division, reports operational results, and provides financial support to hotel management.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review all monthly and annual financial statements.
• Investigate, review, and analyze variance explanations, involving department managers in the process.
• Identify areas for improvement and execute corrective measures.
• Manage and lead hotel on- and off-site accounting functions to ensure proper fiscal management, timely and accurate reporting, and analysis, including financial and capital planning, budgeting, month-end financial close, accounting, and cash management.
• Lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive annual business plan aligned with business objectives.
• Complete the year-end process, review and approve all reconciliations and audit work papers.
• Coordinate external auditors’ visits, respond to auditor requests, approve adjustments, reconcile audited reports, and approve the audit.
• Ensure adherence to HMA terms and fulfill reporting obligations.
• Maintain adherence to policies and procedures to ensure sound internal controls and segregation of duties.
• Manage SOX compliance and monitor industry trends, local legislative changes, and organizational behavior to inform business decisions.
• Mentor and coach the finance team, providing direction, training, and performance feedback to nurture professional growth.
• Support the development of future leaders across all hotel areas and empower employees with financial insights.
• Supervise Information Technology and Procurement functions, with a sound understanding of hotel operations and back-office.
• Cultivate an environment receptive to change.
• Collaborate with management to devise and implement strategic initiatives for cost efficiency and revenue generation without compromising core business values.
• Nurture relationships with owners’ representatives and key stakeholders, ensuring timely communication and submission of deliverables.
• Embody a growth mindset and embrace change to drive value for stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive finance experience; hospitality, retail, or related industry preferred.
• 2+ years in Director-level leadership within hospitality or complex environments.
• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Hospitality, Business, or related field preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with people of diverse socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.

Benefits

• Annual allotment of free hotel stays at Hyatt hotels globally.
• Flexible work schedule and location.
• Work-life benefits, including wellbeing initiatives such as a complimentary Headspace subscription and a discount at the on-site fitness center.
• Global family assistance policy with paid time off following the birth or adoption of a child, as well as financial assistance for adoption.
• Paid Time Off, Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401K with company match.