Director of Finance Dellshire Resort
As Director of Finance, you will oversee all aspects of financial planning, analysis, reporting, and controls for this highly complex, multi-outlet resort. Reporting to the General Manager and working closely with corporate finance leaders, you will provide strategic financial leadership that supports the resort's performance across rooms, food & beverage, retail, recreation, etc. This is a hands-on role on the Executive Leadership Team, offering a unique opportunity to shape financial strategy at one of the Midwests newest independent resorts.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading all finance and accounting functions including budgeting, forecasting, reporting, cash flow, payroll, and audits for a high-volume resort environment.
- Establishing and managing internal financial SOPs across multiple revenue streams: lodging, F&B, spa, retail, waterpark, and group business.
- Ensuring accurate and timely preparation of financial reports, including monthly P&L, balance sheet reconciliations, forecasts, and ownership reports.
- Developing and enforcing internal controls for all operational areas, ensuring compliance in F&B, retail, payroll, purchasing, credit, inventory, and cash handling.
- Partnering with the resort's Executive Team to monitor key performance indicators, align financial goals with departmental strategies, and drive profitability.
- Maintaining compliance with GAAP, FLSA, Pyramid SOPs, and all applicable state and federal financial regulations.
- Collaborating with corporate and ownership stakeholders to provide transparency into the resort's financial performance and long-term projections.
- Recruiting, training, and leading the property's finance team (A/P, A/R, payroll, and purchasing), with a focus on mentorship, development, and retention.
- Contributing as an active member of the Executive Committee, providing strategic insights and financial stewardship to guide major business decisions.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Hospitality Management required; CPA strongly preferred. Minimum 3 years of hotel accounting leadership experience, including at least 1 year as Director of Finance/Controller in a full-service hotel, resort, or conference center. Pre-opening experience strongly preferred; must be comfortable building systems and structure from the ground up. Demonstrated experience managing financial operations across multi-outlet departments (rooms, banquets, catering, restaurants, bars, retail, recreation). Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with hotel systems (PMS, POS, and back-office platforms). Strong communication and organizational skills, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume resort environment. A collaborative, hands-on leader who values team development, process improvement, and operational excellence.
Compensation Range: $100,000.00/Yr. - $130,000.00/Yr. based on qualifications and experience.