Senior Director of Finance

Pyramid Global Hospitality•Puerto Rico, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Finance is a strategic business partner and key member of the Resort Executive Committee, responsible for leading all financial operations of Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve Puerto Rico. The Director of Finance oversees all accounting functions, financial planning and analysis, budgeting, forecasting, payroll, internal controls, treasury management, and financial reporting. This leader partners closely with resort leadership to provide meaningful financial insights, identify opportunities for revenue growth and cost optimization, and support sound business decisions across all departments.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field required.
CPA, CMA, or MBA preferred.
7+ years of progressive hotel finance leadership experience, including luxury or full-service resorts.
Previous experience as a Director of Finance within a Hyatt, Marriott, Hilton, or other branded full-service hotel preferred.
Strong knowledge of GAAP, budgeting, forecasting, internal controls, and financial reporting.
Experience leading audits, payroll, cash management, and compliance initiatives.
Advanced proficiency with hotel financial systems and Microsoft Excel.
Demonstrated ability to lead teams, influence executive decision-making, and communicate financial concepts to operational leaders.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary financial advisor to the General Manager, Executive Committee, and ownership.
Develop and execute the annual operating budget, capital budget, forecasts, and long-range financial plans.
Analyze financial performance and key business metrics to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
Provide strategic recommendations that improve profitability, labor productivity, operational efficiencies, and asset performance.
Partner with Revenue Management and Sales leadership to maximize revenue and market share.
Ensure timely and accurate preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP, Hyatt brand standards, and ownership reporting requirements.
Lead month-end and year-end close processes while maintaining reporting accuracy and deadlines.
Maintain strong internal controls to safeguard company assets and minimize financial risk.
Ensure compliance with all federal, Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and local laws, tax regulations, licensing requirements, contracts, leases, and legal agreements.
Serve as the primary liaison for internal, external, and ownership audits.
Ensure adherence to company financial policies, accounting procedures, and regulatory standards.
Partner with department leaders to improve financial understanding and accountability throughout the resort.
Provide actionable financial reporting and operational analysis that supports informed decision-making.
Collaborate across all resort divisions including Operations, Food & Beverage, Rooms, Golf, Spa, Sales & Marketing, Security, Engineering, and Human Resources.
Identify opportunities to improve business processes, technology utilization, and operational efficiencies.
Lead, mentor, develop, and inspire the Finance team while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Promote strong working relationships throughout the resort and with corporate support teams.
Support company initiatives that enhance guest satisfaction, Team Member engagement, financial performance, and asset value.
Exercise sound judgment and independent decision-making while evaluating new programs, services, and business initiatives.
Stay current on hospitality industry trends, financial best practices, and emerging technologies.
Ensure payroll and Team Member-related financial matters are administered in accordance with company policies.
Maintain productive relationships with ownership representatives, vendors, banking partners, and external stakeholders.
Perform other duties as assigned.