Assistant Director of Finance

Assistant Director of Finance

We are looking for an Assistant Director of Finance to join the re-opening of the famed Delano Miami Beach.

Set to open its doors in 2025, Delano Miami Beach will fuse historic charm with contemporary luxury, reflecting a reimagined experience that pays homage to the original visionary concept. Comprising 170 rooms and distinct food and beverage concepts, the hotel will preserve its iconic walk-in pool and, in addition, unveil a new pool on an amenity deck, offering breathtaking views of the ocean. Delano Miami Beach will act as the brand's flagship location, re-establishing Delano as a trailblazer in luxury lifestyle hospitality.

Under the general guidance of the Director of Finance, the Assistant Director of Finance is responsible for directing the day-to-day operations of the accounting team. This role ensures the consistent accuracy and timeliness of all financial reporting and accounting functions. The Assistant Director of Finance helps maintain a highly productive, compliant, and well-trained accounting staff while providing essential support to the Director of Finance in achieving financial goals, operational efficiencies, and compliance with company and regulatory standards.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for overseeing all accounting and finance duties, including any on-site food and beverage operations. Duties include full-cycle month-end close, preparation of financial statements, complex account analysis and reconciliations, as well as budgeting and forecasting.
• Ensure data integrity and accuracy across all financial reporting, while developing and documenting system controls, standard operating procedures, and continuous business process improvements.
• Support the implementation and upgrades of front-of-house systems impacting financial reporting and operations.
• Assist the Director of Finance with planning, recruiting, and hiring of the property's finance and accounting team.
• Oversee training, cross-training, and development of all accounting staff to ensure a highly competent and flexible team.
• Take prompt and appropriate personnel actions related to staffing, performance management, and discipline to ensure departmental success.
• Perform timely and accurate month-end closing procedures, including balance sheet account reconciliation and financial analysis.
• Manage payroll entries, coordinate with HR and payroll providers, and support year-end audits and other compliance requirements.
• Supervise, manage, and mentor accounting staff, providing technical guidance, professional development, and performance evaluations.
• Monitor budget compliance, support cost control measures, and assist in training operational leaders on financial management practices and tools.
• Ensure legal, treasury, and tax documentation is properly maintained and secured; comply with all statutory and fiscal reporting obligations, including any relevant governmental permits and licenses.
• Assist the Director of Finance in maintaining hotel compliance with all regulatory requirements, contracts, leases, tax filings, and legal obligations.
• Perform any other duties as reasonably assigned by the Director of Finance or senior leadership team.
• We recognize we are in the hospitality industry and that may require us to provide lateral service.
• We will on occasion call for each individual in the team to on a routine basis perform various related tasks as needed in the spirit of providing exceptional guest service.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required; CPA, CMA, or MBA preferred.
• Minimum five years of progressive accounting/finance experience, with at least two years in a hotel or hospitality setting and one to two years in a supervisory or managerial role.
• Strong understanding of hotel accounting principles, including full-cycle month-end close, budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and cash flow management.
• Proficient in accounting systems and hotel property management systems (e.g., Opera, SunSystems, M3, BirchStreet, or similar).
• Excellent knowledge of U.S. GAAP and internal controls; experience with audit preparation and financial compliance practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and the ability to interpret and present financial data clearly.
• Effective leadership and team management abilities, including experience training, mentoring, and evaluating accounting staff.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and financial modeling; strong skills in Word and PowerPoint.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to communicate financial information clearly and concisely to both finance and non-finance stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Discretion, professionalism, and integrity in handling confidential and sensitive financial information.
• Knowledge of hotel operations and interdepartmental functions to support effective financial decision-making and cross-functional collaboration.
• Familiarity with local, state, and federal regulatory requirements, including tax, labor, and licensing laws.
• All team members must maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance. Specific department uniform guidelines and/or required articles of clothing will be explained to you by your supervisor.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.