Area Director of Finance

Area Director of Finance

Job Title: Area Director of Finance

Location: Multi-Property Oversight (East & West Coast Portfolio) - Travel Required; Based in New York, NY

Employment Type: Full Time

Company: Rebel Hotel Company

About Rebel Hotel Company: Rebel Hotel Company is one of the fastest-growing third-party hotel management companies in the United States, recognized for delivering bold results, operational excellence, and distinctive guest experiences. We operate a diverse portfolio of full-service, lifestyle, and branded hotels across major metropolitan and resort markets. We are building a culture of leadership, innovation, and accountability-and we're just getting started.

Position Summary: We are seeking a highly driven Area Director of Finance to oversee financial operations across a select group of hotels in both East Coast and West Coast markets. This role provides strategic financial leadership and ensures consistent accounting practices, accurate reporting, and profitability across the portfolio.

Key Responsibilities:

• Verifies the accuracy and timeliness of all finance functions across assigned hotels: daily and month-end reporting, payroll processing, income audit, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash/credit card management.
• Leads and supports property Directors/Managers of Finance in completing comprehensive month-end close processes including journal entries, accruals, cost of sales entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and proper tax reporting.
• Partners with General Managers and property Executive Committees to develop and achieve financial goals across the portfolio.
• Guides properties in creating annual operating plans that align with Rebel's strategic direction.
• Provides analytical tools and direct support to property leaders during budget preparation and forecasting cycles.
• Leads hotel leadership teams in preparing accurate monthly forecasts that enable proactive business decisions.
• Implements and upholds business practices that positively support our obsession with a sales-driven culture.
• Ensures monthly property P&Ls reflect accurate revenues, expenses, and cost of sales calculations.
• Consolidates and analyzes daily, monthly, and quarterly variances between actual, forecasted, and budgeted performance across hotels.
• Advises Regional Leaders, General Managers, and Executive Committees on existing and emerging financial and operational issues.
• Analyzes financial data, market conditions, and operational trends to identify portfolio-wide opportunities for improvement.
• Supports properties in developing and maintaining strong labor practices that maximize productivity and performance.
• Facilitates monthly P&L reviews with hotel leadership to uncover challenges, opportunities, and trends.
• Manages and monitors capital expense budgets across assigned hotels, reconciling expenditures monthly.
• Ensures strong accounting and operational controls are in place across all properties to safeguard assets and maximize profitability.
• Oversees internal, external, and governmental audit processes across the portfolio.
• Ensures accurate collection, posting, and reconciliation of occupancy taxes, sales taxes, and transient marketing district (TMD) fees at each property.
• Monitors monthly balance sheet reconciliations across hotels, ensuring all accounts are supported by proper documentation.
• Provides continuous direction and education to operational leaders in all areas related to finance, reporting, internal controls, labor management, payroll, month-end reconciliation, and P&L performance.
• Fosters strong professional relationships with property leadership teams, providing counsel and feedback that sharpens financial acumen and drives performance.
• Conducts ongoing coaching, training, and annual reviews of property finance leaders to influence positive development and accountability.
• Cross-trains and mentors finance leaders across properties to ensure strong bench strength and consistency in operations.
• Sets high standards for performance and holds hotel finance teams accountable for results.
• Supports and brings to life Rebel's core values and service culture across all assigned hotels.

Required Skills, Experience and Knowledge:

• Possess a four-year bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting with a minimum of seven years of progressive finance leadership, including multi-property oversight in hospitality (or a similar industry).
• Experience leading budgeting, forecasting, profit and loss reporting, and balance sheet management across multiple hotels.
• Strong aptitude for performing numerical analysis of data, identifying trends, and formulating solutions at both property and portfolio levels.
• Ability to use logic and critical thinking to define problems, collect information, establish facts, and develop sound conclusions for unique and unfamiliar situations across diverse markets.
• Proven leadership and coaching skills with a track record of developing high-performing property finance leaders and cross-trained accounting professionals.
• Ability to clearly and concisely present financial results and complex subjects to both property teams and senior executives.
• Must possess strong oral and written communication skills and the ability to conduct effective group meetings and portfolio-level presentations.
• Ability to comprehend and communicate complex technical and financial concepts in ways that influence action and drive results.
• Superior computer skills: Microsoft Office, Excel (advanced proficiency), POS/PMS systems, and multi-property reporting tools.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities across geographically dispersed hotels, while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy.
• Flexibility to travel frequently across East and West Coast properties as business needs require, including weekends and extended hours.
• Supervises and leads the professional development of multiple property finance teams, fostering collaboration and consistency.
• Demonstrated ability to think both strategically and practically, developing and executing financial strategies across a portfolio.
• Strong interpersonal skills to influence, lead, and support diverse hotel teams across multiple markets.
• Leads by example with honesty, integrity, and accountability in all business and personnel decisions.
• Leverages financial and operational expertise to guide General Managers, influence property focus areas, and elevate portfolio performance.
• Communicates complex financial concepts in a clear and actionable manner to drive results.
• Maintains peak performance levels under pressure in a fast-paced, multi-property environment.

What We Offer:

• Competitive base salary and performance-based bonus
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Career advancement opportunities within a rapidly growing company
• A chance to be part of the Rebel movement redefining hospitality leadership

Salary Range: $125,000 - $140,000 annually