Finance Manager

AmaWaterways, LLC•Calabasas, CA

13d

About The Position

At AmaWaterways, we believe meaningful careers begin with purpose, passion and a shared commitment to delivering unforgettable experiences. For those who value curiosity, connection and personal enrichment, AmaWaterways offers the opportunity to help craft meaningful river journeys that invite travelers to follow their own current. Built on a foundation of heartfelt hospitality, we treat our guests—and each other—with genuine care, warmth and respect. AmaWaterways fosters a collaborative environment both onboard our ships and across our global network of offices, where team members grow together, support one another and take pride in upholding the high standards and thoughtful service our company is known for. We invite talented, motivated professionals to explore our career opportunities and begin their journey with AmaWaterways today. Overview The Finance Manager plays a critical role in driving financial performance, operational insight, and strategic decision‑making across the organization. This role partners closely with senior leadership and cross‑functional teams to oversee budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and performance reporting within a dynamic hospitality environment. The ideal candidate brings strong financial acumen, business partnership skills, and the ability to translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights that support growth, operational efficiency, and exceptional guest experiences.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field (MBA, CPA, or CFA a plus)
5+ years of progressive finance experience, ideally within hospitality, travel, consumer services, or a similarly complex operating environment
Strong background in financial planning & analysis (FP&A), budgeting, and forecasting
Proven ability to partner with senior leaders and influence decision‑making
Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial modeling; experience with ERP and reporting tools preferred
Excellent analytical, communication, and presentation skills
Detail‑oriented, with the ability to balance strategic thinking and hands‑on execution
Comfortable operating in a fast‑paced, evolving business environment

Nice To Haves

Travel and/or hospitality experience is a plus
MBA, CPA, or CFA a plus

Responsibilities

Lead the annual budgeting, forecasting, and long‑range planning processes, ensuring alignment with business priorities and operational goals
Provide financial analysis and decision support to senior leadership and department heads, including variance analysis and performance insights
Develop and manage financial models to support pricing, capacity planning, investments, and strategic initiatives
Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and clarity
Partner cross‑functionally with Operations, Commercial, Marketing, and other teams to support business performance and cost optimization
Monitor and analyze key financial and operational KPIs, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities
Support leadership with business cases, scenario planning, and ROI analysis for new initiatives
Ensure compliance with internal controls, financial policies, and accounting standards
Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting for vessel and shoreside operations, including shore excursions, pre and post land, hotels, air, and ship maintenance
Partner with operations to optimize voyage‑level profitability while ensuring regulatory compliance, safety standards, and guest experience excellence
Review P&L performance across multiple vessels and itineraries, delivering variance analysis and actionable financial insights to senior leadership
Drive cost control, margin improvement, and operational efficiency initiatives through vendor management, spend analysis, and cross‑functional collaboration
Develop financial models and scenario analyses to support itinerary planning, fleet utilization, seasonal capacity management, and long-term growth strategies
Ensure strong financial governance, internal controls, and audit readiness in accordance with corporate policies and maritime regulatory requirements
Mentor and develop junior finance team members, as applicable