Director of Finance

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Director of Finance

Redondo Beach, CA
Posted 1 day ago

About the job

Award-winning LA resort seeks a strategic Director of Finance to lead all financial operations, mentor teams, and partner with senior leadership for growth.

Requirements

  • 8+ years hotel finance experience
  • 2+ years as Director of Finance
  • Strong hospitality accounting skills
  • Proficiency in financial systems
  • Team leadership and mentoring

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in related field
  • Experience with financial reporting
  • Ability to communicate finance concepts
  • Integrity and professionalism

Full job description

Director of Finance


An award-winning Los Angeles area resort is seeking a strategic, collaborative director to lead its finance team. This is an opportunity to join a respected hospitality group known for its engaged culture and commitment to excellence. Partner with senior leadership to drive results, mentor high-performing teams, and make an impact.


Director of Finance Benefits & Compensation


  • Competitive base salary and performance-based bonus program
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Cell phone allowance, complimentary parking, and dry cleaning
  • Career growth opportunities in a highly regarded hospitality environment


Director of Finance Requirements & Qualifications


  • 8+ years of progressive hotel or resort finance and accounting experience
  • Minimum 2 years as Director of Finance within a hotel or resort environment
  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, hospitality management, or related field required
  • Strong hospitality accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls background
  • Advanced proficiency with financial systems, reporting tools, and Microsoft Excel; experience with Profitsword a plus
  • Experience working within a decentralized accounting environment
  • Proven ability to communicate financial concepts to both financial and non-financial leaders
  • Demonstrated ability to coach, mentor, and develop teams
  • High level of integrity, accountability, and professionalism


Director of Finance Preferred Background & Skills


  • Master’s degree, CPA, or related advanced credential
  • Hospitality-focused leadership with a passion for team and business development
  • Strong partnership skills to support department leaders and ownership
  • Resourceful, adaptable, and solutions-oriented approach
  • Enthusiastic teacher and mentor who enjoys developing people


Director of Finance Day-to-Day Responsibilities


  • Lead all accounting and finance functions for the property
  • Direct budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes
  • Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close procedures
  • Ensure accurate financial reporting, audits, and compliance
  • Analyze financial performance and identify opportunities for improved profitability and efficiency
  • Partner with department leaders to guide labor management and expense control
  • Maintain strong internal controls and balance sheet integrity
  • Oversee cash flow, payroll, and overall financial health
  • Present results and recommendations to ownership and executive leadership
  • Mentor and develop the accounting and finance team
  • Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
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