Associate Director, Finance and Accounting

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Associate Director, Finance and Accounting in Israel. This is a high-impact leadership role focused on shaping financial strategy and ensuring operational excellence across a diverse hospitality portfolio. You will oversee financial planning, reporting, and accounting operations while driving scalable processes in a fast-growing, tech-enabled environment. Working cross-functionally with senior stakeholders, you’ll provide strategic insights that influence business decisions and portfolio performance. The role combines hands-on financial oversight with team leadership, offering the opportunity to mentor talent and implement best-in-class practices. With a strong emphasis on automation, data-driven decision-making, and continuous improvement, this position is ideal for a finance leader who thrives in dynamic, high-growth settings. Accountabilities Lead property-level financial strategy, planning, and reporting, delivering actionable insights through variance analysis, trend evaluation, and forecasting Oversee month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accurate and timely reporting aligned with GAAP and industry standards Manage financial consolidations and reporting for a large property portfolio, supporting both internal stakeholders and external partners Establish, enhance, and enforce accounting policies, internal controls, and compliance frameworks to improve efficiency and mitigate risk Direct cash management and treasury activities while handling complex financial analyses and ad hoc reporting requests Lead and mentor Finance Managers and Property Accountants, ensuring strong team performance, workload balance, and professional development Act as the escalation point for financial and accounting issues, providing guidance and resolution across the portfolio Oversee revenue accounting operations, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and continuous process improvement Drive finance-related projects, including automation initiatives, system enhancements, audit coordination, and adoption of new accounting standards Partner with cross-functional leaders to improve financial performance and support strategic business initiatives Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field; Master’s degree or certifications such as CPA or CFA are strongly preferred 10+ years of experience in senior finance or accounting roles, ideally within hospitality or real estate operating environments Deep expertise in GAAP and industry-specific accounting standards, with strong knowledge of financial reporting and compliance requirements Proven leadership experience managing and scaling finance teams in fast-paced, high-growth organizations Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, data analysis, and reporting tools such as Excel and ERP systems Strong strategic thinking skills with the ability to translate financial data into actionable business insights Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with experience influencing senior leadership Ability to manage multiple priorities and thrive in a dynamic, evolving environment Experience with remote team management and familiarity with tools such as NetSuite or Google Workspace is a plus Benefits Competitive salary package with performance-based bonuses and potential equity participation Flexible remote work environment with the ability to work from anywhere Generous paid time off policy to support work-life balance Comprehensive health insurance coverage, including extended benefits Retirement savings plan with employer contribution Home office and connectivity stipends to support remote work Travel-related perks and accommodation discounts Opportunities for career growth, internal mobility, and leadership development #J-18808-Ljbffr