Director of Finance

Hei Hotels Inc.; Arlington (VA); Hybride; USD 135 000 - 160 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Wellness initiatives

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) with company match

DailyPay access

Résumé du poste

HEI Hotels and Resorts seeks a Director of Finance to lead the hotel’s financial operations, safeguard assets, and drive performance through strategic financial management.

The role partners with the executive team to strengthen financial results during renovation and transformation, ensuring sound decision making and efficient operations across the organization.

Qualifications

• Analytical approach to problems and attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience guiding financial strategy and hotel operations.
• Ability to adapt communication style for diverse audiences.

Responsabilités

• Lead executive committee discussions and provide financial analysis on request.
• Deliver accurate financial reporting in line with GAAP and corporate standards.
• Coordinate annual operating budget and capital expenditures planning.
• Maintain cash controls, audits, and asset protection measures.
• Present financial performance insights to ownership and leadership.

Connaissances

Analytical thinking

Verbal & written comms

Strategic financial leadership

Adaptable communication

Team collaboration

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Hotel Management

Description du poste

About Us

The Sheraton Pentagon City is an upscale hotel located in Arlington, offering stunning views of the Washington, D.C. monuments and situated just one mile from Arlington National Cemetery. At Sheraton Pentagon City, we go above and beyond to help you do the same. We foster a fun and collaborative culture, ensuring our associates can perform at their best. Our team enjoys hotel discounts, wellness initiatives, and a competitive benefits package, including tuition reimbursement and access to an Employee Assistance Program.

At HEI we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We value U.S. military experience.

Compensation

Salary Range: $135,000.00 - $160,000.00 Annually Tipped/Service Charge Eligible? No Discretionary Performance Bonus Eligible? Yes

Overview

Supervises and directs the financial activities of the hotel, safeguards the assets, and prepares all financial reports in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and HEI Hotels and Resorts Standards. The Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel is seeking an experienced, strategic, and hands‑on Director of Finance to join our Executive Leadership Team. This is an exciting opportunity to serve as a key business partner during an important period of transformation for the hotel. As the property moves through a full renovation and into its next chapter, the Director of Finance will play a critical role in strengthening financial performance, improving operational efficiencies, and supporting sound business decisions across the organization. The ideal candidate is more than an accounting leader‑they are a business‑minded operator who understands how financial strategy, operational execution, and strong leadership come together to drive hotel performance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Executive Committee Responsibilities Ability to perform special financial analysis as needed and /or requested by General Manager and Corporate Office.
• Provide accurate financial reporting based on the HMA requirements.
• Provide timely and accurate communication with ownership group.
• Practical solutions from a cost vs. benefits viewpoint.
• Provide accurate policy interpretations.
• Actively participate in Executive Committee and staff meetings.
• Assist other managers in analyzing statements, distributions, and other financial data.
• Support and comply with property standards and Corporate SOP's.
• Financial and Accounting Practices, Procedures, and Policies Skill in correcting deficiencies identified on Internal Audit report.
• Effective use of the Controller's Checklist.
• Maintain effective cash control system with audits and reports for each period.
• Review security over assets and auditing inventories.
• Understanding of all pertinent leases, contracts, agreements, covenants, and restrictions.
• Knowledge of City, County, State sales tax laws and laws dealing with innkeepers, liquor, and labor.
• Budget Preparation Schedule and coordinate the preparation and presentation of the annual operating budget.
• Coordinate all aspects of the capital expenditures budget according to SOP.
• Capital Expenditure Control Control the Capital Expenditure program and complete ROI Analysis.
• Financial Objectives Complete entries required for preparation of the financial statements.
• Review statements for inaccurate data and make corrections within the following period.
• Inform the General Manager and HEI Corporate management of current and potential financial problems.
• Keep management informed of sales and profit attainment throughout the period.
• Coordinate the property's labor management system.
• Accounts Receivable Maintain appropriate standards for 60-90 day accounts.
• Conform to standards regarding the average collection period.
• Documenting the local credit policy and auditing property compliances.
• Approve all major accounts for credit as defined by local policy.
• Conduct credit and write-off meetings as requested.
• Submit accurate and timely critiques and credit loss reports as required.
• Review all major banquet functions and group accounts for proper credit extensions prior to arrival.
• Maintain standard regarding level of bad debt expenses as related to credit sales.
• Aggressively fulfill the accounts receivable management responsibilities to maximize receivable realizations.
• Responses to Corporate Staff Complete financial required reports and requests from HEI Corporate offices.
• Establish other reports or documents, outside of SOP's as needed.
• Balances in Asset and Liability Accounts Reconcile account balances on a current basis.
• Establish balances in accruals, pre-paid, and other accounts using proper accrual methods and expense realization logic.
• Calculate various turn ratios and days available for major asset categories and compare to standards (linen, gift shop, food, beverages, guest supplies, and uniforms).
• Work with Department Managers to control inventory balances according to established realistic pars.
• Comply with company procedures on deferring payments.
• Management of Department Maintain and update job descriptions and standards for department.
• Ability to comply with corporate and local policies for wages paid (increases and timing).
• Establish an effective cross training program within the department.
• Identify, screen, and attract management candidates from outside the company.
• Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.
• Perform any other job duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

• B.S. in Accounting or Hotel Management preferred.
• 3+ years experience in Hotel or Hospitality related Finance and Accounting.
• Analytical approach to problems, regard for detail and accuracy.
• Assertive personality, professional demeanor.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences, such as effectively communicating with supervisors, coworkers, public etc.

Benefits

• For your physical and mental wellness we offer competitive Medical and Dental programs through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as Vision insurance programs through EyeMed.
• Our Vacation, Sick and Holiday programs are available for you to rejuvenate with time off.
• HEI also provides pet insurance through the ASPCA.
• For your financial wellness, HEI provides a wide array of coverage, including Supplemental, Spousal and Child Life insurance as well as Short and Long-Term Disability plans.
• Our 401(k) Savings Plan with matching funds, and discounts through our 'YouDecide' and Hotel Room Discount programs provide additional incentives for choosing HEI as the employer of your future.

Equal Opportunity

HEI Hotels and Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

We proudly partner with DailyPay, a voluntary benefit that allows our associates access to their earnings when they want them.