Tranquility Bay Beachfront Resort
Area Director of Finance
Tranquility Bay Beachfront Resort, Virginia, Minnesota, United States, 55792
Isla Bella Beach Resort
1 Knights Key Blvd
Marathon, FL 33050, USA
The Area Director of Finance will oversee financial operations for Isla Bella Beach Resort and Tranquility Bay Beachfront Resort in Marathon, as well as Havana Cabana in Key West. These properties represent a unique collection of premium, waterfront Florida Keys destinations known for exceptional guest experiences, operational excellence, and strong financial performance.
The Area Director of Finance serves as a strategic business partner to property leadership, ensuring accurate financial reporting, sound fiscal controls, and forward‑looking financial planning across the portfolio. This role is responsible for budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, compliance, and oversight of all accounting functions to support short‑ and long‑term business objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Manage and oversee the daily operations of the accounting department, ensuring all financial processes are efficient and accurate.
Monitor hotel revenues and expenses, ensuring the accurate recording of financial transactions.
Perform and oversee the monthly close process, and reconcile bank accounts.
Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable, including reviewing general ledger account reconciliations and balance sheet reconciliations.
Coordinate with forecasting, cash flow preparation, and annual budgeting processes.
Lead or support finance projects, including system enhancements or implementations.
Prepare accurate, timely, and complete monthly financial statements, with detailed workpapers and schedules, in accordance with company policies, hotel management agreements, GAAP, and the Uniform System of Accounts for the Lodging Industry (USALI).
Monitor the capital planning process, assisting management with return on capital improvements, gathering support, managing the bid process, and evaluating scope of work and specifications.
Ensure hotels' compliance with regulatory licenses, permits, leases, contracts, legal agreements, and proper execution of operational taxes.
Hire, train, supervise, and develop accounting staff, including coaching, counseling, and disciplinary actions when necessary.
Monitor compliance with report deadlines and due dates, reacting as necessary to ensure timely submission.
Review payroll to ensure accuracy and compliance.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
Five or more years of related experience in finance, with a preference for hospitality industry experience.
Strong proficiency in Excel and other financial software.
Excellent analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Physical Demands
Work is typically performed indoors with a moderate and controlled office temperature.
Ability to sit at a desk for up to 8 hours per day. Occasional walking and standing are required.
Ability to lift up to 20 lbs. occasionally.
Requires manual dexterity to operate office equipment (computers, printers, phones, filing systems, etc.).
Requires good vision, hearing ability, and the ability to perform repetitive tasks.
Company Benefits
Supplemental, spousal, and child life insurance
Short- and long-term disability insurance
401(k) savings plan with employer match
Generous hotel room discounts across our portfolio
We believe in investing in our team members so they can thrive both personally and professionally.
Equal Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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The Area Director of Finance will oversee financial operations for Isla Bella Beach Resort and Tranquility Bay Beachfront Resort in Marathon, as well as Havana Cabana in Key West. These properties represent a unique collection of premium, waterfront Florida Keys destinations known for exceptional guest experiences, operational excellence, and strong financial performance.
The Area Director of Finance serves as a strategic business partner to property leadership, ensuring accurate financial reporting, sound fiscal controls, and forward‑looking financial planning across the portfolio. This role is responsible for budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, compliance, and oversight of all accounting functions to support short‑ and long‑term business objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Manage and oversee the daily operations of the accounting department, ensuring all financial processes are efficient and accurate.
Monitor hotel revenues and expenses, ensuring the accurate recording of financial transactions.
Perform and oversee the monthly close process, and reconcile bank accounts.
Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable, including reviewing general ledger account reconciliations and balance sheet reconciliations.
Coordinate with forecasting, cash flow preparation, and annual budgeting processes.
Lead or support finance projects, including system enhancements or implementations.
Prepare accurate, timely, and complete monthly financial statements, with detailed workpapers and schedules, in accordance with company policies, hotel management agreements, GAAP, and the Uniform System of Accounts for the Lodging Industry (USALI).
Monitor the capital planning process, assisting management with return on capital improvements, gathering support, managing the bid process, and evaluating scope of work and specifications.
Ensure hotels' compliance with regulatory licenses, permits, leases, contracts, legal agreements, and proper execution of operational taxes.
Hire, train, supervise, and develop accounting staff, including coaching, counseling, and disciplinary actions when necessary.
Monitor compliance with report deadlines and due dates, reacting as necessary to ensure timely submission.
Review payroll to ensure accuracy and compliance.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
Five or more years of related experience in finance, with a preference for hospitality industry experience.
Strong proficiency in Excel and other financial software.
Excellent analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Physical Demands
Work is typically performed indoors with a moderate and controlled office temperature.
Ability to sit at a desk for up to 8 hours per day. Occasional walking and standing are required.
Ability to lift up to 20 lbs. occasionally.
Requires manual dexterity to operate office equipment (computers, printers, phones, filing systems, etc.).
Requires good vision, hearing ability, and the ability to perform repetitive tasks.
Company Benefits
Supplemental, spousal, and child life insurance
Short- and long-term disability insurance
401(k) savings plan with employer match
Generous hotel room discounts across our portfolio
We believe in investing in our team members so they can thrive both personally and professionally.
Equal Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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