Hospitality Finance Director: Strategy & Growth

SkyBridge Luxury; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

SkyBridge Luxury seeks an accomplished Director of Finance to lead the financial operations of a renowned Manhattan hotel on the Upper West Side. The role combines strategic leadership with hands-on management of budgeting, forecasting, reporting and controls to optimize profitability while maintaining exceptional guest experiences.

The ideal candidate has 5–7 years in hotel finance, experience at upscale or luxury properties, and a collaborative leadership style.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field.
• Minimum 5–7 years of progressive hotel accounting/finance experience with leadership responsibilities.
• Experience as Director/Assistant Director of Finance or Controller in upscale/luxury hotels.
• Strong knowledge of hotel financial operations, USALI, budgeting and forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Direct all accounting and financial operations including budgeting, forecasting, reporting and cash flow management.
• Partner with General Manager and leadership team to drive profitability and guest experience.
• Lead annual operating, capital budgets and financial forecasts; provide timely reporting and analysis.
• Oversee AP/AR, payroll, GL, month-end and year-end close processes; ensure internal controls.
• Coordinate audits and maintain accurate financial records; monitor cash flow and banking relationships.
• Mentor and develop the hotel's accounting/finance team; foster accountability and continuous improvement.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Leadership

Problem solving

Strategic partnering

Financial analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Admin

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Hotel accounting systems

Job description

SkyBridge Luxury seeks an accomplished Director of Finance to lead the financial operations of a renowned Manhattan hotel on the Upper West Side. The role combines strategic leadership with hands-on management of budgeting, forecasting, reporting and controls to optimize profitability while maintaining exceptional guest experiences.

The ideal candidate has 5–7 years in hotel finance, experience at upscale or luxury properties, and a collaborative leadership style.