Hotel Finance Director: Strategy, Budget & Performance

Auberge Collection; Santa Fe (NM); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Bishop’s Lodge, Auberge Collection in Santa Fe, NM seeks a strategic hotel finance leader to drive profitable performance, strengthen owner relations, and implement robust financial controls. You will oversee accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and ensure compliance with USALI and local regulations.

Collaborate with hotel management and owners to optimize cash flow, manage banking relationships, and develop policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline.
• Prior experience as hotel property finance leader.
• USALI (Uniform System of Accounts for the Lodging Industry) proficiency.
• Strong skills with Excel and accounting software.
• Ability to analyze large data sets and explain to executives.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead the hotel’s accounting and finance functions.
• Lead annual budget development and forecasts with executives.
• Deliver timely financial information, analysis, and projections.
• Maintain books compliant with local tax regulations and USALI.
• Collaborate with management and owners to optimize cash flows.
• Manage relationships with banks, lenders, and vendors.
• Develop and document policies and internal controls.
• Ensure strong internal control to minimize risks.
• Uphold ethical standards in dealings with clients and partners.
• Oversee professional development of the finance team.

Skills

Hotel finance leadership

USALI knowledge

Microsoft Office Suite

Accounting software

Analytical skills

HOA experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Bishop’s Lodge, Auberge Collection in Santa Fe, NM seeks a strategic hotel finance leader to drive profitable performance, strengthen owner relations, and implement robust financial controls. You will oversee accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and ensure compliance with USALI and local regulations.

Collaborate with hotel management and owners to optimize cash flow, manage banking relationships, and develop policies.