Director of Finance

Director of Finance (Shared Services)We are seeking a hands-on Director of Finance to lead accounting and financial operations across three Santa Monica hotels, with Shore Hotel as the primary work location. The Director will also advise ownership and property leadership on profitability, capital allocation, investments, and portfolio strategy. We value sound financial controls, independent judgment, practical technology leadership, and a proven ability to turn ideas into measurable results. This is a unique opportunity for a finance leader who enjoys both strategy and execution. The Director of Finance will play a key role in shaping financial performance across a portfolio of distinctive Santa Monica hotels while partnering directly with ownership and senior leadership on operational and investment decisions.Essential Duties:Financial Leadership & Portfolio Strategy• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, working capital, and timely financial reporting for all three properties.• Partner with ownership and GMs on portfolio profitability, operating performance, capital expenditures, financing analysis, and potential acquisitions.• Develop financial models, scenarios, and ROI analyses that support practical, well-supported business decisions.Operational Efficiency, Technology & Cost Control• Challenge existing workflows and eliminate, simplify, consolidate, or reassign unnecessary steps before pursuing automation or new software.• Lead financial-system improvements, integrations, reporting automation, and appropriate AI-enabled solutions through implementation, adoption, and measured results.• Establish and manage a structured cost-control program across purchasing, vendor contracts, labor, recurring expenses, and department budgets; validate realized savings.Accounting Operations & Team Leadership• Direct AP, AR, payroll-related accounting, reconciliations, month-end and year-end close, reporting, and cash management, while maintaining sound internal controls.• Maintain compliance with applicable accounting standards, USALI, taxes, and company policies.• Develop the Finance team, evaluate staffing and responsibilities, and set clear ownership, deadlines, operating standards, and performance measures.Experience:• At least 5 years of progressive hospitality finance experience, including 3 years in senior financial leadership; 7+ years preferred.• Multi-property hospitality finance or shared-services experience strongly preferred.• Strong financial modeling, hotel accounting, forecasting, controls, and operating-performance analysis.• Demonstrated personal leadership of completed cost-saving, workflow redesign, technology integration, or automation initiatives, supported by measurable outcomes.• Advanced Excel skills; experience with M3, OPERA, business intelligence tools, and practical AI-enabled finance applications preferred.Independent, hands-on management style with sound judgment, clear communication, and consistent follow-through.Education:Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; CPA or MBA preferred.Working Conditions & Physical Work Demands Company BenefitsAble to sit and work at a computer keyboard for extended periods of time.Able to stoop, kneel, bend at the waist and reach on a daily basis.Able to lift and move up to 20 pounds occasionally.Regular and on-time attendance is critical.Hours occasionally exceed 40 hours per week.We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support the well-being, professional growth, and work-life balance of our team members.Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employeesCompany-paid life insurance ($25,000 coverage)401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching contributions of up to 5%Paid time off (PTO)Seven paid holidaysPaid sick leave in accordance with applicable eligibility requirementsCompany-paid parkingTransportation allowance and eligible alternative transportation incentivesEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Employee recognition and appreciation programsEmployee referral incentive programComplimentary dry cleaning for work attireTuition reimbursementBenefits are subject to eligibility requirements and applicable plan terms.Equal Employment OpportunityWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.