Assistant Director of Finance

CoralTree Hospitality • Vail, CO

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

CoralTree Residence Collection Vail is seeking an Assistant Director of Finance to oversee financial operations for its Vail properties and provide leadership support to the finance team. The role contributes financial expertise to strategic planning and management, supports the Area Director of Finance in budget preparation and presentation, and works with department heads to promote financial awareness and accountability. The position is hybrid and requires some time in the Vail office; candidates must be based in Colorado, ideally in the greater Denver area or Vail Valley. Candidates in Denver may work in the Vail office a couple of days per month, and an office in Englewood is available. Candidates in Eagle County will also have some in-office days in Vail.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field preferred; an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.
• 3–5 years of progressive accounting or finance experience; hospitality or property management experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of general ledger accounting, accounts payable and receivable, payroll, reconciliations, month-end close, accruals, journal entries, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Experience assisting with annual budgets, forecasts, variance analysis, and financial statement preparation.
• Working knowledge of hospitality financial operations, including rooms revenue, cash handling, credit card reconciliation, departmental expenses, and HOA accounting.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial controls; knowledge of GAAP preferred.
• Experience supporting internal and/or external audits and responding to documentation requests.
• Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving, and communication skills, and ability to work independently with very limited supervision.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Teams, CoPilot, and Microsoft 365, with advanced Excel skills.
• Experience with financial management systems such as Oracle, OPERA, Track, ProfitSword, or similar platforms.
• Must successfully pass a background check screening.
• Must be based in Colorado.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Progressive accounting or finance experience in hospitality or property management.
• Knowledge of GAAP.
• Residence in the greater Denver area or Vail Valley.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the creation of accurate, insightful financial statements, including monthly statements, general ledger journal entries, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Work with department heads to review financial statements and forecasts and foster financial awareness and responsibility.
• Oversee and authorize banking transactions and company disbursements.
• Prepare reports summarizing and forecasting business activities, financial position, income, and expenses using historical data and future projections.
• Work with the Area Director of Finance on budget preparation and presentation.
• Participate in strategic planning and management meetings, providing financial expertise.
• Supervise accounts receivable and accounts payable processes with support from the accounting team.
• Foster a team environment focused on teamwork, personal and professional growth, and autonomy.
• Collaborate with People Services to build and maintain a high-performing finance team, conduct regular reviews, and lead recruitment when needed.

Benefits

• Health insurance, with four plans available, including Health Savings Account-eligible plans.
• Dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Room discounts for team members and their friends and family immediately upon hire.
• Five complimentary nights per year for full-time employees after six months of employment.
• Paid time off and paid sick leave.
• 401(k) plan through Fidelity, available to eligible employees age 18 and older after three months of employment, with a company match.
• Colorado Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program (FAMLI).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior