Corporate Director of Finance

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Overview

The Corporate Director of Finance plays a critical leadership role, overseeing all accounting operations for a diverse and growing portfolio — including three managed and four owned hotels, as well as joint ventures and partnerships within Insite Development Group. This individual will be a strategic partner to senior leadership, ensuring financial integrity, operational excellence, and compliance across all entities. The Director will lead a high-performing accounting team, drive process improvement, and deliver timely, accurate insights that power informed decision-making and sustained growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all accounting functions, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to company policies and GAAP/USALI standards.
• Direct the preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Establish, maintain, and continuously strengthen internal controls to safeguard company assets and uphold financial integrity.
• Manage external audits and internal reviews, ensuring readiness and timely responses.
• Oversee tax compliance at the federal, state, and local levels, coordinating with external advisors as needed.
• Develop and enforce accounting policies, procedures, and systems to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.
• Lead the month-end and year-end closing processes, including reconciliations, journal entries, and variance analysis.
• Provide oversight for accounts payable, receivable, payroll, fixed assets, and general ledger functions.
• Partner with operations and leadership to align financial strategy with business objectives, ensuring budget discipline and performance optimization.
• Maintain precise records for joint ventures and partnerships, including capital contributions, distributions, and allocations.
• Ensure accurate application of waterfall distribution models and joint venture accounting principles.
• Deliver actionable financial dashboards and reports to senior leadership, highlighting trends, risks, and compliance insights.
• Lead the annual budgeting and ongoing forecasting processes to support strategic planning and growth.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required. CPA strongly preferred. Master’s degree or MBA a plus.
• Experience: 8–15 years in accounting or finance, including 5+ years in a leadership role. Experience in real estate accounting, REITs, and joint ventures (with waterfall distributions) is highly desirable. Hotel or hospitality industry experience is a plus.
• Accounting Mastery: Deep understanding of GAAP, USALI, and complex joint venture accounting.
• REIT Expertise: Proven experience in financial reporting, compliance, and portfolio oversight.
• Internal Controls: Demonstrated ability to design and enforce strong control frameworks.
• Leadership: Inspiring and effective people leader who drives accountability and engagement across teams.
• Audit & Reporting: Hands-on experience managing external audits and producing audit-ready financials.
• Analytical Precision: Exceptional attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and insight.
• Technology Proficiency: Skilled in modern accounting systems (Sage, Oracle, QuickBooks, etc.) and advanced Excel capabilities.
• Communication: Strong communicator who can translate complex financial concepts into actionable business insights.

Compensation

Base pay range: $150,000.00/yr - $220,000.00/yr

This range is provided by Performance Hospitality. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Benefits We Offer

• Competitive Salary : A comprehensive and competitive compensation package.
• Performance Bonuses : Based on company and individual performance.
• Health Benefits : Full medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement Savings : 401(k) plan with company match to help secure your financial future.
• PTO : Generous vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays to promote work-life balance.
• Professional Development : Opportunities for career advancement, mentorship, and ongoing learning.
• Employee Discounts : Discounts on hotel stays and services across PHM properties.
• Wellness Programs : Access to health and wellness initiatives to support a balanced lifestyle.
• Flexible Work Environment : Options for flexible scheduling and work arrangements to promote work-life balance.

Details

• Seniority level: Director
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Finance and Sales
• Industries: Hospitality

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