Director of Finance

Key Responsibilities Strategic Financial Leadership - Partner with the General Manager and Leadership Committee to drive hotel performance and profitability. - Contribute to business strategy, financial planning, and revenue optimization initiatives. - Lead the annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning processes. Financial Reporting & Analysis - Oversee preparation of financial statements in accordance with USALI (12th Edition), Hyatt standards, and GAAP. - Provide actionable financial insights to support operational decisions. - Monitor performance and identify opportunities to maximize revenue and control costs. Compliance, Audit & Internal Controls - Maintain strong internal controls aligned with Hyatt policies. - Lead internal and external audits. - Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements. - Safeguard hotel assets and financial data. Cash Flow & Asset Management - Oversee cash flow, banking relationships, and liquidity. - Manage capital expenditure and asset lifecycle. - Ensure effective inventory and cost control. Credit , Collections & Payables - Oversee credit policies and collections. - Ensure timely vendor payments and payroll accuracy. - Approve financial transactions per Hyatt governance. Leadership & Colleague Development - Lead and develop the Finance team. - Foster Hyatt culture and values. - Provide financial guidance across departments. Key Responsibilities Strategic Financial Leadership - Partner with the General Manager and Leadership Committee to drive hotel performance and profitability. - Contribute to business strategy, financial planning, and revenue optimization initiatives. - Lead the annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning processes. Financial Reporting & Analysis - Oversee preparation of financial statements in accordance with USALI (12th Edition), Hyatt standards, and GAAP. - Provide actionable financial insights to support operational decisions. - Monitor performance and identify opportunities to maximize revenue and control costs. Compliance, Audit & Internal Controls - Maintain strong internal controls aligned with Hyatt policies. - Lead internal and external audits. - Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements. - Safeguard hotel assets and financial data. Cash Flow & Asset Management - Oversee cash flow, banking relationships, and liquidity. - Manage capital expenditure and asset lifecycle. - Ensure effective inventory and cost control. Credit , Collections & Payables - Oversee credit policies and collections. - Ensure timely vendor payments and payroll accuracy. - Approve financial transactions per Hyatt governance. Leadership & Colleague Development - Lead and develop the Finance team. - Foster Hyatt culture and values. - Provide financial guidance across departments. - Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration. - Professional certification (CPA, CA, CMA) preferred. - 8–12+ years of progressive finance experience with leadership exposure. - Mandatory hospitality industry experience. - Strong knowledge of USALI (12th Edition), reporting, and compliance. Key Skills & Competenci es - Hospitality business acumen - Strategic thinking - Leadership and team development - Communication and stakeholder management - Analytical and problem-solving skills - Proficiency in Excel and financial systems Work Environment - Hotel-based role with cross-functional collaboration - Flexibility required during audits and reporting cycles Why Join Hyatt - Purpose-driven company focused on care and inclusion - Global career growth opportunities - Dynamic hospitality environment - Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration. - Professional certification (CPA, CA, CMA) preferred. - 8–12+ years of progressive finance experience with leadership exposure. - Mandatory hospitality industry experience. - Strong knowledge of USALI (12th Edition), reporting, and compliance. Key Skills & Competenci es - Hospitality business acumen - Strategic thinking - Leadership and team development - Communication and stakeholder management - Analytical and problem-solving skills - Proficiency in Excel and financial systems Work Environment - Hotel-based role with cross-functional collaboration - Flexibility required during audits and reporting cycles Why Join Hyatt - Purpose-driven company focused on care and inclusion - Global career growth opportunities - Dynamic hospitality environment