Director of Finance

The Shores Resort and Spa prides itself on being a leading employer in the area, offering a strong culture, comprehensive benefits including a 401k with company match, and lucrative bonus programs. We seek talented individuals with a genuine passion for service, aligned with our core values of personal development, teamwork, and guest excellence. Join us to play a key role in delivering outstanding service and memorable experiences for our guests.

About the role

The Director of Finance serves as a key member of the Executive Committee, responsible for strategic leadership, direction, and oversight of all financial operations for The Shores Resort & Spa. This role ensures financial reporting integrity, protects company assets, drives profitability, and provides financial guidance to the General Manager and ownership. The Director partners with department leaders to maximize revenue, control expenses, improve operational efficiencies, and support exceptional guest experiences while maintaining compliance with company policies and accounting standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic financial leadership and recommendations to the General Manager and Executive Committee.
• Develop annual operating budgets, capital budgets, forecasts, and long-range financial plans.
• Analyze financial performance and recommend initiatives to improve profitability and cash flow.
• Lead monthly financial review meetings with department heads.
• Oversee all accounting functions including:
  • Accurate month-end and year-end close processes.
  • Timely and accurate financial statements in accordance with GAAP and company standards.
  • Strong internal controls to safeguard resort assets.
  • Detailed financial analysis of resort operations.
• Identify opportunities to improve profitability and operational efficiency.
• Analyze labor costs, departmental productivity, and expense trends.
• Monitor capital expenditures and return on investment.
• Support pricing strategies alongside Revenue Management and Commercial leadership.
• Work collaboratively with department leaders to achieve financial objectives.
• Support Food & Beverage, Spa, Recreation, Rooms, Engineering, and Sales leadership through financial guidance and performance analysis.
• Assist in evaluating new business opportunities, programming, and capital investments.
• Ensure compliance with all accounting regulations, tax requirements, and corporate policies.
• Coordinate annual audits and tax preparation.
• Maintain insurance reporting and compliance documentation.
• Oversee licensing, permits, and financial reporting requirements.
• Ensure adherence to internal control standards.
• Manage daily cash flow and banking relationships.
• Oversee capital planning and fixed asset accounting.
• Monitor reserve accounts and capital expenditure projects.
• Ensure appropriate inventory controls throughout the resort.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline required.
• CPA, CMA, or MBA preferred.
• Minimum 7–10 years of progressive hotel finance leadership experience.
• Previous Director of Finance experience in a full-service resort or luxury hotel preferred.
• Strong understanding of hotel operations including Rooms, Food & Beverage, Spa, Recreation, and Group Sales.
• Experience preparing annual budgets and monthly forecasts.
• Knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and hospitality accounting practices.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits including 401k with company match.
• Lucrative bonus programs.

Pay

$92,000–$100,000