Director of Finance

Director Of Finance Opportunity

West Shore Country Club seeks a hands-on Director of Finance (DOF) who combines strong accounting execution with practical financial leadership. This is a working leadership role: the DOF will remain directly involved in reconciliations, journal entries, financial reporting, and day-to-day financial operations while partnering with the COO/GM, department heads, and Board of Governors on budgets, forecasting, and long-term planning. The DOF leads the Club's finance and accounting functions and oversees IT with support from established third-party vendors. Through sound strategies, policies, and procedures, the DOF supports the Club's financial goals, long-term financial health and growth, and informed decisions that improve Club performance. The role offers the opportunity to serve as a trusted financial partner to a well-respected General Manager and Club governance while staying close to the operation.

Established in 1928, the West Shore Country Club was envisioned as a place where friends could gather for social and recreational activities. Over the years, as membership grew, our original vision has remained true. Located on 164 acres in the heart of South-Central Pennsylvania, our club offers the finest in golf, racquet sports, swimming, dining, and social activities. West Shore Country Club operates and is financially budgeted and managed with defined Capital Income and Spending; as well as with distinct Operating Departments: Food and Beverage; Golf Operations; Golf Maintenance; Racquets; Swimming Pool; Facilities; General and Admin; Social Events; Membership Dues; Miscellaneous and Non-Operating Expenses. The entire operation from membership, member billing, accounting, POS, AR and AP, website, App, everything, runs on Northstar Club Management Software. Our Director of Finance will become and must become an expert level user of all Northstar modules.

Membership: Approx. 825 member families across all categories

Total revenue: $12 million.

Structure: 501(c)(7) not-for-profit corporation.

Employees: 100, increasing to 180+ during the summer season.

Technology: Northstar Club Management Software

Candidates should be able to develop trust and financial credibility with both management and club governance. Leadership with desire to mentor, strategic thinking and natural "thought partner" style, hands-on and results-driven, comfortable preparing reconciliations and journal entries, resolving accounting issues, and translating financial results into practical action. Decision-making ability, strong and naturally collaborative style; team-centric; inclusive and values diversity. Systems and automation driven.

Financial leadership, planning, and controls include directing the Club's financial operations in partnership with the COO/GM. Develops and reviews policies relating to accounting, auditing, budgeting, revenue, and cost control, and recommends them for approval. Provides proactive, data-driven analysis to the COO/GM and department heads, explaining financial results in clear business terms and identifying practical actions to improve performance. Works with leadership to create long-term and short-term operating plans; establishes associated operating and capital budgets.

Accounting, tax, benefits, budgeting, and reporting responsibilities include collaborating with HR Director in overseeing employer 401K plan. Oversees the reconciliation of bank accounts and approves transfers as needed throughout the year. Reviews year-end W-2s and other year-end reports and coordinates submission of required government filings. Prepares monthly journal entries and ensures timely payment of federal, state, and payroll taxes, including payment of applicable sales and occupancy taxes.

Staff development includes mentoring, training, and conducting annual performance reviews of direct reports with developmental plans. Directly supervises the AR/AP position combining day-to-day involvement with coaching, clear expectations, and accountability for high-quality work.

Technology responsibilities include overseeing the Club's IT services and coordinating support from established third-party vendors, connecting technology priorities, service needs, and costs with Club operations. Coordinates with third-party vendors to maintain IT equipment and forecasts replacement needs and costs. Takes lead on service disruption mitigation through communication with vendors. Stays up to date on newest technology and makes recommendations for implementation.

Banking, insurance, contracts, and operational improvement tasks include creating and sustaining productive banking, insurance, and contractual relationships and serving as primary liaison with related third parties. Evaluate and oversee risk management and insurance issues. Lead and manage technology investments, policies, and contract vendors. Assesses, develops, and implements streamlined processes that support operational effectiveness, timely and accurate reporting, and reimbursements.

Candidate specifications include progressive finance and accounting leadership experience that combines direct accounting execution with budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting. Service or hospitality industry experience is preferred; experience with tax-exempt organizations and an understanding of the club industry are valuable. Proficiency with finance and accounting technology, including the ability to use systems and automation to improve accuracy, reporting, and workflows. Experience applying these tools in hospitality operations is preferred. Experience with capital, construction, and renovation projects. Experience administering defined contribution retirement plans, including 401(k) plans. Demonstrated strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Team-oriented and able to meet deadlines. Credible, approachable leadership demonstrated through clear communication, sound judgment, and the ability to mentor others and build productive working relationships.

Education, experience, and certifications include a Bachelor's Degree with a concentration in Finance, Accounting, or Business; CHAE or CPA preferred. Progressive professional finance/accounting experience, with 710 years preferred, including at least 3 years at the Controller level or above. Demonstrated ability to remain directly involved in accounting operations while leading the finance function.