Financial Director

SkyBridge Luxury; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 220,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

SkyBridge Luxury is seeking an experienced Director of Finance for a luxury lifestyle hotel in San Francisco. This role partners with the General Manager and ownership to drive profitability, manage cash flow, and oversee all financial operations in a high-end hospitality setting.

The ideal candidate brings strategic, hands-on leadership with a deep understanding of luxury hotel dynamics, internal controls, and a collaborative approach to working with ownership and corporate stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Experience leading hotel financial operations in a luxury environment.
• Background in full-service luxury or upscale hotels.
• Experience working with ownership and corporate stakeholders.
• Strong leadership, communication, and analytical capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of hotel financial operations including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, cash flow management and internal controls.
• Partner with the General Manager and department leaders to identify revenue opportunities, manage expenses and drive profitability.
• Oversee the accounting function, ensure accuracy, compliance and timely reporting, and develop a high-performing finance team.
• Demonstrate strategic collaboration as a key member of the executive team to translate financial data into actionable business decisions across departments.

Skills

Budgeting

Forecasting

Financial reporting

Cash flow management

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Job description

Luxury Lifestyle Hotel | San Francisco, CA

SkyBridge Luxury is conducting a confidential search for an experienced Director of Finance to join a sophisticated luxury lifestyle hotel in the heart of San Francisco. This distinctive property combines contemporary elegance, exceptional guest experiences, and a dynamic hospitality environment. We are seeking a strategic, hands-on financial leader who understands the complexities of luxury hotel operations and can balance financial discipline with a collaborative, forward-thinking leadership style.

The Director of Finance will serve as a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, working closely with the General Manager and ownership to drive financial performance, maximize profitability, and support the hotel's long-term business objectives. The ideal candidate will bring strong financial acumen, a thorough understanding of hotel operations, and the ability to translate financial data into actionable business strategies. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional who enjoys being an active business partner rather than simply overseeing the accounting function.

Key Responsibilities & Qualifications:

• Lead all aspects of hotel financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, cash flow management, and internal controls.
• Partner with the General Manager and department leaders to identify revenue opportunities, manage expenses, improve profitability, and drive overall financial performance.
• Oversee the accounting function, ensuring accuracy, compliance, timely reporting, and the development of a high-performing finance team.
• Bring a strong background in full-service luxury or upper-upscale hotels, with demonstrated experience managing complex financial operations and working with ownership and corporate stakeholders.
• Demonstrate exceptional leadership, communication, and analytical skills, with a proactive, solutions-oriented approach and the ability to influence business decisions across all departments.

The Ideal Candidate

We are particularly interested in finance leaders who understand that exceptional hospitality and strong financial performance go hand in hand. Previous experience as a Director of Finance or Assistant Director of Finance within a luxury, lifestyle, or upscale full-service hotel environment is highly desirable.