Director of Finance

Auberge; Corral del Risco; Remote; MXN 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Susurros del Corazón, Auberge Collection, seeks a Director of Finance to lead hotel and residences financial performance, reporting to the General Manager and strengthening owner relationships.

You will drive budgeting, cash flow optimization, controls, and regulatory compliance across Mexico, while mentoring a diverse finance team and ensuring timely, accurate reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
• Experience as a property finance leader with residential finance operations leadership preferred.
• Excellent understanding of the Uniform System of Accounts.
• Deep experience with hotel financial reporting systems, policies and procedures, and management agreements.
• Spanish & English language competency.

Responsibilities

• Lead the financial input into the formulation and implementation of the Hotel and Residences Strategic Plan and Budget.
• Maximize cash flow performance of both the hotel and residences.
• Establish adequate controls for all revenues and expenses and protection of assets.
• Deal honestly and fairly with clients, customers, suppliers, and financial partners.
• Maintain accurate and timely financial information and provide analysis interpretations and projections.
• Take responsibility for the professional development of all staff.
• Maintain awareness of applicable laws, rules, and regulations in Mexico.
• Ensure safe storage and access for all financial records.
• Maintain a strong relationship with operations as financial stewards.

Skills

Spanish & English language competency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline

Experience with Uniform System of Accounts

Job description

Company Description

Susurros del Corazón, Auberge Collection, is a vibrant oceanfront enclave set between jungled cliffs and a pristine stretch of shoreline overlooking Bahía de Banderas in Punta de Mita on Mexico’s Pacific Coast. The resort offers 82 ocean-view studios, casitas, and suites, along with 30 two- to five-bedroom casas and oceanfront residences, highlighted by a seven-bedroom signature villa. The resort is home to several dining venues, including Elio, a signature farm-to-table restaurant featuring Mediterranean cuisine with Mexican influences, La Boquita, an open-air taqueria, as well as a pool bar, private cabanas, and captivating epicurean experiences exploring global flavors. ONDA, Wellbeing by Auberge, is a sanctuary where joy fuels wellness, inviting a holistic experience that beckons the rhythmic energy of the waves. Three infinity-edge pools cascading down to the beach and Morritos Kids Club create a haven for relaxation and family memories. An array of unscripted adventures and experiences invite exploration, celebrating Mexico’s rich culture and embodying the playful spirit of a luxuriously relaxed surf retreat in an unspoiled oceanside oasis.

For more information: auberge.com/susurros

Connect with Susurros del Corazón, Auberge Collection on Instagram @SusurrosAuberge and #AlwaysAuberge.

Job Description

Join our team as Director of Finance at Susurros del Corazon, reporting directly to the General Manager, and become one of the authors of our story. You will be responsible for driving strong financial performance at the hotel and residences while enhancing owner relationships. We look to the person in this position to deliver superior financial performance, ensure operational efficiencies, implement effective financial controls, and implement practical and effective policies and procedures. Please note that this is not an exhaustive list of everything that needs to be done! Within the Auberge family, our talents always find new ways to look after the business, their guests, and their team-members.. Within this, the key responsibilities for this position are:

• Lead the financial input into the formulation and implementation of the Hotel and Residences Strategic Plan and Budget, and any other key strategic planning exercises.
• Maximize cash flow performance of both the hotel and residences.
• Establish adequate controls for all revenues and expenses and protection of assets.
• Deal honestly and fairly with clients, customers, suppliers, and financial partners. Our reputation and long-term success depend on establishing mutually beneficial relationships.
• Maintain accurate and timely financial information and provide analysis interpretations and projections.
• Take responsibility for the professional development of all staff. This includes identifying training needs and supporting the funding of necessary training.
• Maintain an awareness of and adherence to all applicable laws, rules, and regulations in Mexico.
• Ensure safe and proper storage and access for all contracts, leases, and other financial records.
• Maintain a strong relationship with all of the operations, guiding and mentoring them as financial stewards of our business.
• Financial, legal, and tax management of a homeowners’ association (HOA). Experience preparing and monitoring budgets, maintenance fees, collections, reserve funds, cash flow, and financial statements.
• Financial management of residential and real estate projects. Experience overseeing the financial aspects of residential sales, real estate projects, or condominium developments, including budgets, revenue and cash flow forecasts, cost control, profitability analysis, and coordination with the sales, legal, and tax teams through the sale and handover of units.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Prior experience as a property finance leader with residential finance operations leadership preferred.
• Excellent understanding of the Uniform System of Accounts.
• Deep experience with hotel financial reporting systems, policies and procedures, and management agreements.
• Experience with operating and financial agreements; successfully evaluated risks and developed proactive strategies and plans to mitigate business issues.
• Strong qualitative and quantitative analytical skills; ability to take large volumes of complex information and present clearly and concisely to senior management and owners.
• Spanish & English language competency.

Additional Information

Auberge Collection is a portfolio of extraordinary hotels, resorts, residences and private clubs. While each property is unique, all share a crafted approach to luxury and bring the soul of the locale to life through captivating design, exceptional cuisine, innovative wellbeing, and gracious yet unobtrusive service. With 30 one-of-a-kind hotels, resorts, and residences, Auberge invites guests to create unforgettable stories in some of the world’s most desirable destinations.

For more information: auberge.com Connect with Auberge Collection on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn @Auberge and #AlwaysAuberge