Area Director of Finance

Job description

Welcome to Pyramid Global Hospitality, where people come first. As a company that values its employees, Pyramid Global Hospitality is dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive work environment that fosters diversity, growth, development, and wellbeing. Our commitment to a People First culture is reflected in our approach to employee development, employee benefits and our dedication to building meaningful relationships. Pyramid Global Hospitality offers a range of employment benefits, including comprehensive health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off, as well as unique perks such as on-site wellness programs, local discounts, and employee rates on hotel stays. In addition, Pyramid Global Hospitality is committed to providing ongoing training and development opportunities to help our people build the skills and knowledge they need to advance their careers. Whether you are just starting out in the hospitality industry or are a seasoned professional, Pyramid Global Hospitality offers a supportive and collaborative work environment that encourages growth and fosters success, in over 230 properties worldwide. Join their team and experience the benefits of working for a company that values its employees and is committed to creating exceptional guest experiences. Check out this video for more information on our great company! About our property: Born of Midwestern charm and modern design, The Bradley invites you to experience the best of Fort Wayne, Indiana. Our property is a true reflection of the city, channeling the genuine spirit of community, industry, and creativity that abounds beyond its own walls. This is our city and our people. What you will have an opportunity to do: The Complex Director of Finance is a strategic business partner responsible for leading all financial operations across a portfolio of three distinctive lifestyle hotels: The Bradley Hotel, Hotel Max, and Old No. 77 Hotel & Chandlery. Reporting to the General Managers and corporate leadership, this executive provides financial oversight that drives profitability, ensures operational excellence, protects company assets, and supports long-term business objectives across the portfolio. Key Responsibilities: Serve as the primary financial advisor to the General Managers, ownership, and corporate leadership for all assigned hotels. Develop and execute annual operating budgets, capital budgets, forecasts, and long-range financial plans for each property. Analyze financial performance, market trends, and operational metrics to identify opportunities that improve profitability and asset value. Provide strategic recommendations regarding labor management, expense controls, revenue enhancement, and operational efficiencies. Partner with Revenue Management, Sales, and Operations to maximize revenue, GOP, and EBITDA performance. Provide financial oversight for all accounting operations across the three hotels. Ensure consistency in accounting practices, financial reporting, and internal controls throughout the portfolio. Review monthly financial statements, variance analyses, forecasts, and key performance indicators with each property's leadership team. Drive financial accountability by partnering with department leaders to improve business performance. Maintain strong internal controls that safeguard company assets and minimize financial risk. Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local tax regulations, licenses, contracts, insurance requirements, and legal agreements. Serve as the primary liaison for internal audits, external audits, tax filings, and ownership financial reviews. Ensure compliance with company policies and financial governance standards. Lead, mentor, and develop on-property accounting teams across all assigned hotels. Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, collaboration, and service excellence. Support recruiting, coaching, succession planning, and performance management within the Finance organization. Promote consistency in financial processes and best practices across the portfolio. Translate financial information into meaningful operational insights for hotel leadership. Collaborate with Operations, Sales & Marketing, Revenue Management, Human Resources, Engineering, Food & Beverage, and Rooms leadership to support strategic initiatives. Evaluate business opportunities, capital investments, and operational initiatives through financial analysis and ROI modeling. Support ownership presentations and executive reporting with clear, data-driven recommendations. Maintain strong relationships with ownership representatives, banking partners, vendors, and external auditors. Stay informed on hospitality finance trends, regulatory updates, and emerging technologies. Travel regularly between assigned properties to provide on-site leadership, financial support, and operational partnership. Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned. What are we looking for? Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field. Minimum of 7 years of progressive hotel finance leadership experience. Minimum of 3 years as a Director of Finance or Complex Director of Finance within a full-service, boutique, lifestyle, or independent hotel environment. Demonstrated experience overseeing financial operations for multiple hotels or a complex hospitality operation. Strong knowledge of GAAP, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, internal controls, payroll, and cash management. Experience leading audits, ownership reporting, and compliance initiatives. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and hotel financial systems. Compensation: $130,000 - $150,000 Pyramid Global Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years & depth of experience, certifications and specific office location. This may differ in other locations due to cost of labor considerations.