Hotel Financial Controller – Multi-Unit | Western USA or Hawaii

Renard International Hospitality Search Consultants; Hawaii; Remote; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading luxury hospitality consultancy is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to oversee financial operations across multiple award-winning properties in the Western United States and Hawaii. The role requires a strategic leader with over 10 years of experience in financial management within the luxury hotel sector. Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting, with a CPA or MBA preferred. This position offers a chance to collaborate with top executives and influence operational profitability.

Qualifications

• 10 years of financial leadership experience in a multi-unit hotel/resort environment.
• Experience with luxury hospitality brands is essential.
• Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic financial leadership across properties.
• Oversee all aspects of financial management including budgeting and forecasting.
• Collaborate with Finance Managers to align with corporate objectives.

Skills

Leadership in financial management

Financial analysis

Budgeting and forecasting

Knowledge of US GAAP

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting

CPA or MBA preferred

Tools

Oracle

SAP

Opera

Job description

Overview

Our client, a prestigious luxury hotel and resort brand with multiple award-winning properties, is seeking a highly experienced Financial Controller to oversee the financial operations of a portfolio of properties located in the Western United States and Hawaii. This strategic leadership role will serve as a financial business partner to General Managers and Corporate Leadership, ensuring excellence in financial stewardship, operational profitability, and compliance with corporate standards.

Location: Western United States or Hawaii

Reports To: Chief Financial Officer / Vice President of Finance

Industry: Luxury Hospitality / Hotel & Resort

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic financial leadership and direction across multiple luxury hotel and resort properties.
• Oversee all aspects of financial management including budgeting, forecasting, reporting, audit, internal controls, and compliance.
• Drive financial performance through rigorous analysis, cost controls, and margin optimization.
• Collaborate with property-based Finance Managers, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and uniformity in reporting practices.
• Act as a key liaison between the properties and corporate office on all finance-related matters.
• Lead the annual budgeting and capital planning process for the assigned properties.
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of monthly financial statements, variance analysis, and management reports.
• Monitor cash flow, working capital, and investment strategies for the region.
• Implement best practices in financial reporting, internal controls, and accounting standards (US GAAP or IFRS as applicable).
• Support operational departments with actionable insights to drive revenue growth and cost efficiency.
• Participate in property-level and regional strategy meetings, offering guidance on financial implications of business decisions.
• Coordinate external audits, tax filings, and ensure full regulatory compliance.
• Mentor and develop high-performing finance teams at each property under your leadership.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; CPA or MBA preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive financial leadership experience, with at least 5 years in a multi-unit hotel/resort environment.
• Experience working with luxury or lifestyle hospitality brands is essential.
• Strong command of financial systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP, Sun, Opera, or other hospitality platforms).
• In-depth knowledge of U.S. hotel financial operations, with international experience being an asset.
• Proven ability to lead and inspire geographically diverse finance teams.
• Exceptional analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to travel regularly to properties across the Western U.S. and Hawaii as needed.

Preferred Candidate Profile

• Based in or willing to relocate to the Western U.S. or Hawaii.
• Highly adaptable, with strong cultural awareness and a passion for luxury hospitality.
• Demonstrated track record of working collaboratively across operational and executive teams.
• Hands-on leader with a strategic mindset and attention to detail.

How to apply: If you meet the qualifications, please submit your CV and cover letter to Pina Mercuri at: [e-mail] and Yasmin Khambatta [e-mail]