Director of Finance

BENCHMARK; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Pyramid Global Hospitality's Boston Marriott Newton (Newton, MA) seeks a Director of Finance to lead financial operations for a 430-room hotel with 34,090 sq ft of meeting space. You will oversee cash flow, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls while mentoring the finance team and partnering with department heads to drive profitability.

The ideal candidate has a four-year business degree with intermediate accounting and at least four years of hospitality accounting, plus prior

Qualifications

• Four-year college degree required, with accounting fundamentals.
• Minimum of 4 years accounting experience in hospitality.
• Director of Finance experience preferred in a high-volume hotel.

Responsibilities

• Manage cash flow and communicate with management and ownership.
• Coordinate forecasts and budgets with executive involvement.
• Analyze financial data to advise on profitability and cost control.
• Ensure balance sheet accounts are reconciled timely.
• Develop and implement financial controls and procedures.
• Prepare financial reports per company requirements.

Skills

Accounting

Leadership

Training/Mentoring

Hospitality

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business

Intermediate accounting

Tools

Excel

Job description

Pyramid Global Hospitality is a leading hospitality management company with a portfolio of more than 200 hotels and resorts and over 18,000 associates across the United States, Caribbean, and Europe. Our platform includes Benchmark Resorts & Hotels, a collection of distinctive independent properties; Axiom Hospitality, our European hotel management company; and PYRAMIDWORKS, which provides integrated workplace and facilities services. With corporate offices in Boston, The Woodlands, Texas, and London, Pyramid combines global scale with a hands-on approach focused on exceptional service, operational excellence, and long-term partnerships.

At Pyramid, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating an environment where associates are respected, supported, and empowered to grow their careers.

Team members have the opportunity to collaborate directly with experienced leaders, take on meaningful stretch assignments, and gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of properties, brands, and markets. Whether you are beginning your hospitality career or bringing years of experience, you'll find opportunities to learn, develop, and make an impact.

Our commitment to associates, guests, owners, and the communities we serve has helped make Pyramid and our properties among the most recognized in hospitality. From being named among the best places to work by respected publications such as USA Today, The Boston Globe, and The Houston Chronicle to earning top travel accolades from Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Forbes Travel Guide, and U.S. News & World Report, these recognitions reflect the culture, service excellence, and commitment to people that define the Pyramid experience.

About our property: Welcome to Boston Marriott Newton, a premier property within the Pyramid Global Hospitality portfolio. Located along the scenic banks of the Charles River in Newton, Massachusetts, our hotel features 430 well-appointed guest rooms and an expansive 34,090 sq ft of versatile meeting space, offering a dynamic work environment that combines comfort with functionality. At Boston Marriott Newton, we are dedicated to providing exceptional service and fostering a supportive work culture that prioritizes growth and development. Our team members have the opportunity to thrive in a collaborative atmosphere, working alongside professionals who share a commitment to excellence.

Joining our team means becoming part of a community that values teamwork, professionalism, and a passion for delivering outstanding experiences. With comprehensive training programs and a focus on personal development, we equip our employees with the tools they need to succeed.

If you are driven and enthusiastic about hospitality, we invite you to explore the rewarding career opportunities at Boston Marriott Newton.

What you will have an opportunity to do:

Welcome to Boston Marriott Newton, a premier property within the Pyramid Global Hospitality portfolio. Located along the scenic banks of the Charles River in Newton, Massachusetts, our hotel features 430 well-appointed guest rooms and an expansive 34,090 sq ft of versatile meeting space, offering a dynamic work environment that combines comfort with functionality. At Boston Marriott Newton, we are dedicated to providing exceptional service and fostering a supportive work culture that prioritizes growth and development. Our team members have the opportunity to thrive in a collaborative atmosphere, working alongside professionals who share a commitment to excellence. Joining our team means becoming part of a community that values teamwork, professionalism, and a passion for delivering outstanding experiences. If you are driven and enthusiastic about hospitality, we invite you to explore the rewarding career opportunities at Boston Marriott Newton.

• Effectively manage and communicate cash flow related issues, as required to management and ownership.
• Coordinate the completion of all forecasts and budgets as required, with the full and active participation of Executive Team and department managers.
• Analyze financial data and operations in order to assist and advise management in maintaining the hotels’ financial objectives.
• Ensure that all balance sheet accounts are reconciled on a timely basis.
• Develop and implement financial strategies, policies, and procedures to ensure the effective management and control of financial resources.
• Establish and continually audit all internal financial controls including purchasing, cash handling, disbursements, credit extension, inventories, assets, master keys, payroll, and records.
• Direct and/or prepare all financial reports in accordance with the company’s requirements meeting various due dates and deadlines.
• Conduct regular financial analysis and provide insights on revenue generation, cost control, and profitability enhancement.
• Collaborate with department heads to identify and implement cost-saving initiatives without compromising quality and guest satisfaction.
• Maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders, including auditors, banks, and financial institutions.
• Ensure hotels’ compliance on all regulatory licenses and permits, leases, contracts, legal agreements, and the proper execution of all operational taxes.

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What are we looking for?

Four-year college degree in a Business curriculum to include Intermediate accounting and financial fundamentals required. A minimum of 4 years of accounting experience in the hospitality industry required. Prior experience as a Director of Finance in a high-volume hotel preferred. Someone who has a leader mindset and has experience with training or mentoring their team members is required. Someone with a flexible schedule, as some weekend work is required.

Compensation:

• $150,000 - $160,000

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.

Pyramid Global Hospitality is a leading hospitality management company with a portfolio of more than 200 hotels and resorts and over 18,000 associates across the United States, Caribbean, and Europe. Our platform includes Benchmark Resorts & Hotels, a collection of distinctive independent properties; Axiom Hospitality, our European hotel management company; and PYRAMIDWORKS, which provides integrated workplace and facilities services. With corporate offices in Boston, The Woodlands, Texas, and London, Pyramid combines global scale with a hands-on approach focused on exceptional service, operational excellence, and long-term partnerships. At Pyramid, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating an environment where associates are respected, supported, and empowered to grow their careers. Team members have the opportunity to collaborate directly with experienced leaders, take on meaningful stretch assignments, and gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of properties, brands, and markets. Whether you are beginning your hospitality career or bringing years of experience, you'll find opportunities to learn, develop, and make an impact. Our commitment to associates, guests, owners, and the communities we serve has helped make Pyramid and our properties among the most recognized in hospitality. From being named among the best places to work by respected publications such as USA Today, The Boston Globe, and The Houston Chronicle to earning top travel accolades from Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Forbes Travel Guide, and U.S. News & World Report, these recognitions reflect the culture, service excellence, and commitment to people that define the Pyramid experience.