Director Finance

SkyBridge Luxury & Associates; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Relocation assistance

Vision insurance

Job summary

A leading luxury hotel management company is searching for a Director of Finance for a Forbes-rated luxury hotel. This role involves overseeing financial functions, ensuring profitability, and mentoring a finance team. The ideal candidate should have over 5 years of experience in luxury hotel finance, strong leadership skills, and knowledge of budgeting and forecasting. This opportunity also includes shaping the hotel's financial strategy during a significant renovation.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive leadership experience in luxury hotel or resort Financial operations.
• Proven financial success within a multi-unit environment.
• Strong experience in budgeting, forecasting, and P&L management.
• Experience with Forbes or AAA standards required.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction for financial functions of the hotels.
• Ensure adherence to General Accepted Accounting Principles.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to ownership and hotel leadership.
• Monitor and review hotel expenditures.
• Partner with department heads to interpret financial data.
• Lead the preparation of hotel's annual budget and financial forecasts.
• Champion a culture of excellence with the finance team.
• Recruit, mentor and retain top financial talent.

Skills

Leadership in luxury hotel finance

Financial acumen

Communication skills

Team-building

Guest service skills

Job description

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SkyBridge Luxury & Associates has partnered with a Forbes-rated, art-infused luxury hotel to identify an exceptional Director of Finance. This is a rare opportunity to lead a multi-outlet operation within a property celebrated for its museum-quality design, award-winning hospitality, and unforgettable guest experiences.

The hotel features over 15,000 square feet of sophisticated event space and is currently undergoing a full-property renovation that will elevate every aspect of the guest experience. This role presents an exceptional opportunity to shape the financial strategy and operational success of one of the region’s most iconic luxury hotels, ensuring profitability, fiscal integrity, and long-term growth throughout this transformative period.

What You’ll Do

• Provide strategic direction and oversight for financial functions of the hotels, including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, asset protection, financial reporting, and compliance.
• Endure adherence to General Accepted Accounting Principles and all the internal control policies, maintaining the utmost standard of accuracy and transparency.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to ownership and hotel leadership, offering data driven insights and recommendations to support long term profitability and operational efficiency.
• Monitor and review, and approve hotel expenditures, including sales, purchases, payroll, and department expenses, ensuring alignment with financial objectives.
• Partner with department heads to interpret financial data, identify trends and develop strategies to enhance departmental performance and overall revenue generation.
• Lead the preparation and presentation of hotel's annual budget, financial forecasts and business plans, ensuring alignment with the property's luxury positioning and brand standards.
• Champion a culture of excellence with the finance team through effective leadership, professional development, and performance management.
• Recruit, mentor and retain top financial talent, fostering a collaborative environment that supports innovation, accuracy and accountability.

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years of progressive leadership experience in luxury hotel or resort Financial operations.
• Proven financial success within a multi-unit environment.
• Strong financial acumen with experience in budgeting, forecasting, and P&L management.
• Exceptional communication, team-building, and guest service skills.
• Experience with Forbes or AAA standards required.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Be part of a 2025 full-property renovation, with the opportunity to shape the future of this iconic hotel.
• Lead operations in a Forbes-rated hotel known for hosting dignitaries, celebrities, and discerning travelers.
• Work in a property that blends luxury hospitality with fine art, culture, and elevated guest experiences.

Apply today to join a team where your leadership will define the next chapter of luxury dining.

Job Type: Full-time

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance