Finance Director

CFS; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS, based in San Antonio, TX, seeks a Director of Finance to serve as the senior financial leader for a luxury lodging property. You will oversee budgeting, forecasting, reporting, cash flow, compliance, and finance team leadership, partnering with ownership and external advisors to drive long-term success.

The role is hands-on, operational, and requires strong USALI expertise and hotel accounting leadership to optimize profitability and controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• 8+ years of progressive accounting and finance hotel experience.
• Strong knowledge of hotel financial systems and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting for the property.
• Oversee accounting functions, payroll, AP/AR, GL, and income audit.
• Prepare GAAP-compliant financial statements and tie-out schedules.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical ability

Communication

Team development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Hotel accounting software

GAAP knowledge

Job description

Director of Finance

San Antonio, TX

Compensation: $150,000 + 30% bonus

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Director of Finance to serve as the senior financial leader for a luxury lodging property. This individual will oversee all financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, cash flow management, compliance, internal controls, and finance team leadership. This is a highly operational, hands-on role responsible for the day-to-day financial performance of the property while partnering with ownership and external financial advisors to support strategic decision-making and long-term success.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Planning & Strategy

• Lead annual budgeting and ongoing forecasting processes.
• Partner with ownership and operational leadership to support financial planning and business decisions.
• Monitor financial performance and provide recommendations to improve profitability and operational efficiency.
• Develop and execute financial strategies aligned with organizational goals.

Accounting & Financial Reporting

• Oversee all accounting functions, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, General Ledger, and Income Audit.
• Manage month-end and year-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
• Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Maintain accurate balance sheet reconciliations and supporting schedules.
• Coordinate annual audits and act as the primary point of contact for external auditors.
• Ensure the integrity of financial records and reporting processes.

Cash Flow & Risk Management

• Monitor cash flow, liquidity, and working capital requirements.
• Support operational and capital project funding needs.
• Identify financial risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Safeguard company assets through strong financial oversight and controls.

Compliance & Internal Controls

• Establish and maintain effective internal controls and accounting procedures.
• Ensure compliance with applicable tax regulations, audit requirements, and industry standards.
• Support tax reporting, documentation requests, and financial compliance initiatives.
• Continuously evaluate and improve financial processes and controls.

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance and accounting team.
• Oversee AP, AR, Payroll, and Income Audit functions.
• Drive employee performance, accountability, and professional development.
• Participate in hiring, training, coaching, and succession planning efforts.
• Foster a collaborative, service-oriented, and high-performing team culture.

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 8+ years of progressive accounting and finance hotel experience.
• Strong knowledge of hotel financial systems and reporting.
• Thorough understanding of USALI (Uniform System of Accounts for the Lodging Industry).
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and property-level financial management.
• Proven ability to manage month-end close and financial reporting processes.
• Strong leadership, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred

• Experience in luxury hotels, resorts, boutique hotels, or upscale lodging properties.
• Previous experience as a Controller, Assistant Controller, or Director of Finance.

The ideal Director of Finance candidate will come directly from a hotel, resort, or luxury lodging environment and possess:

• Property-level accounting leadership experience.
• Strong USALI expertise.
• Experience with hotel accounting and financial management systems.
• Ownership of budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
• Expertise in financial reporting, audits, and month-end close.
• Experience managing cash flow, internal controls, and compliance requirements.
• A proven track record of developing and leading accounting teams.

Direct hotel accounting/finance experience is required.

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