Director of Finance - Hotel/Hospitality

Q Center • St. Charles, IL

7d • Onsite

About The Position

As the Director of Finance, you are the strategic and operational financial leader for a full-service hotel and conference center. You will be responsible for overseeing all hotel financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis across rooms, food & beverage, and events. You will partner closely with the General Manager and hotel leadership team to drive profitability, optimize revenue, and ensure strong financial performance across the property. This role goes beyond accounting oversight. You will serve as a key member of the executive leadership team, partnering with department heads to translate financial insights into operational action. You will lead budgeting, forecasting, audits, payroll, internal controls, capital planning, and long-term financial strategy — ensuring the organization is positioned for sustained performance and growth.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
• Minimum 6 years of progressive financial leadership within a full-service hotel, resort, or comparable hospitality environment
• Prior Director-level experience required
• Proven success in budgeting, forecasting, capital planning, and achieving financial performance targets
• Deep knowledge of hospitality financial regulations and tax compliance
• Advanced proficiency in financial systems and reporting tools
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Strong executive presence with the ability to influence across all organizational levels
• High level of integrity and commitment to confidentiality
• Ability to manage both strategic initiatives and operational detail

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the organization’s financial strategy aligned with Q Center’s long-term business plan
• Establish measurable financial metrics to evaluate efficiency, profitability, and operational effectiveness
• Partner with department leaders to align financial goals with operational objectives
• Provide strategic financial critiques and actionable recommendations to leadership
• Drive profitability through cost controls, revenue optimization, and process improvements
• Lead financial input for capital projects, systems upgrades, and major operational initiatives
• Oversee all financial operations including payroll, cash flow, audits, and regulatory compliance
• Lead monthly and annual financial closings with accuracy and timeliness
• Direct preparation of weekly, monthly, and annual financial reports, forecasts, and capital plans
• Develop and manage property-wide operating budgets, annual budgets, and five-year operating and capital plans
• Ensure all balance sheet accounts are reconciled monthly
• Monitor and manage cash flow, receivables, payables, and funding requirements
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations including tax obligations, payroll withholdings, and hotel-related taxes
• Maintain and audit internal controls including purchasing, payroll, inventory, asset management, and cash handling
• Oversee regulatory licenses, permits, contracts, leases, and insurance renewals
• Co-lead the annual renewal of Property, Casualty, and FinPro insurance programs
• Safeguard owner and investor assets through prudent financial governance
• Lead and develop the Finance department, setting clear expectations and performance standards
• Conduct performance reviews and mentor department managers
• Drive cross-departmental collaboration to improve workflow and operational efficiency
• Influence executive leadership through strong financial insight and communication
• Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement

Benefits

• Paid time off
• 401(K) with employer match
• Holiday Pay
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with Wellness Credits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life, AD&D Disability Benefits
• Employee Meals

What This Job Offers

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