Head of Finance, Payroll & Operations

Job Description

Job Description We are looking for an Operations & Finance Manager to lead financial oversight and business performance across marina locations in Louisville, Kentucky. This role combines strategic planning with hands-on accounting support, helping ensure accurate reporting, disciplined cost management, and strong operational results. The ideal candidate brings deep financial expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to turn business data into practical recommendations that support growth and profitability.

Responsibilities:

• Create annual financial plans for each location and track results against budget throughout the year.
• Prepare monthly reporting packages that highlight property-level performance, financial results, and key business trends.
• Review cash position, expenses, margins, and operational metrics to identify risks and recommend corrective actions.
• Supervise core accounting activities such as payables, receivables, reconciliations, close processes, and record accuracy across entities.
• Support contract administration for slip rentals, campground usage, and related services while ensuring billing, collections, and insurance documentation remain current.
• Work closely with operations leadership to evaluate site performance, refine forecasts, and improve efficiency across seasonal business cycles.
• Strengthen expense management by reviewing significant purchases, assessing vendor commitments, and identifying opportunities to reduce costs.
• Oversee payroll-related financial controls and labor spending to help align staffing decisions with revenue expectations and budget goals.
• Maintain financial tools and reporting systems, including QuickBooks and performance dashboards, to improve visibility and streamline reporting.
• Assess capital investment needs, model financial impact, and contribute to long-term planning for assets, coverage, and expansion decisions.• 10+ years of experience in finance, accounting, or operations leadership roles.
• Strong command of budgeting, financial statements, forecasting, and performance analysis.
• Experience supporting multi-site, seasonal, or service-oriented business environments is preferred.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks, payroll platforms such as ADP, and advanced spreadsheet analysis.
• Ability to connect financial reporting with operational outcomes and business strategy.
• Knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, and month-end close procedures.
• Background in property management, hospitality, marina operations, or similar industries is a plus.