HOTEL DIRECTOR OF FINANCE

About the role

Elysee New York is seeking an experienced Director of Finance to elevate our exceptional service. In this key leadership role, you’ll oversee all financial operations, drive profitability, ensure accurate reporting, uphold strong internal controls, maintain regulatory compliance, and protect owner assets—while partnering with leadership to guide and develop the team.

Responsibilities

• Acts as the “Chief Business Officer” to the general manager and EC Team, and as such is responsible for evaluating the financial impact on business decisions.
• Ensure that all levels of management are promptly notified of any financial deviations from established policies and/or control weaknesses in the hotel.
• Effectively manage and communicate cash flow related issues, as required to management and ownership. This includes the accurate and timely preparation of cash-flow statements, management of receivables, cash balances, control mechanisms and timely deposits of all funds.
• Maintain compliance on all regulatory licenses and permits, leases, contracts, legal agreements, and the proper execution of all operational taxes. Provide assistance to management in enforcing compliance on all these items.
• Coordinate the completion of all forecasts and budgets as required, with the full and active participation of EC Team and department managers.
• Establish and continually audit all internal financial controls including purchasing, cash handling, disbursements, credit extension, inventories, hotel assets, master keys, payroll, and employee records.
• Hire, train, supervise and develop staff, including coaching, counseling and discipline.
• Maintain compliance with Crescent Hotels and Resorts standards and regulations to ensure safe and efficient operation of the hotel.

Requirements

A minimum of 5 years of experience as a Director of Finance at a luxury NYC market hotel.

Qualifications

Strong financial acumen, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Proficiency in financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and regulatory compliance.

Benefits

- Excellent compensation package - Operational incentive plan eligibility - An exceptional benefit plan for eligible associates & your family members - 401K matching program for eligible associates - Discounts with our Crescent managed properties in North America for you & your family members

Pay

$170,000 to $180,000 per year

Schedule

Nightly shift work