Director of Finance

Director Of Finance The Heldrich Hotel And Conference Center

On-site in New Brunswick, NJ

The Opportunity

As Director Of Finance, you will oversee all aspects of financial planning, analysis, reporting, and controls for this complex, high-volume hotel and conference center. Reporting to the General Manager and working closely with Pyramids Regional Director Of Finance and Senior VP Of Hotel Accounting, you will serve as a strategic business partner on the Executive Leadership Teamensuring financial accuracy, driving profitability, and supporting long-term operational success.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all finance and accounting functions including budgeting, forecasting, reporting, cash flow management, payroll, and audits.

• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial reports including monthly P&L, balance sheet reconciliations, forecasts, and ownership reporting.

• Develop and maintain strong internal controls for all operational areas, including F&B, payroll, purchasing, credit, inventory, and cash handling.

• Partner with department heads to analyze key performance indicators and align financial goals with operational strategy.

• Maintain compliance with GAAP, FLSA, and Pyramid SOPs, as well as all federal, state, and local financial regulations.

• Collaborate with corporate and ownership stakeholders to provide transparent reporting and strategic insights into the propertys financial performance.

• Recruit, train, and manage the hotels finance team (A/P, A/R, and payroll), fostering development, accountability, and process improvement.

• Contribute to the Executive Committee, providing data-driven financial guidance to support business decisions and long-term planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or Hospitality Management required; CPA preferred.

• Minimum 3 years of hotel accounting leadership experience, including at least 1 year as Director Of Finance/Controller in a full-service hotel or conference center.

• Experience managing financial operations across multi-outlet departments (rooms, banquets, catering, restaurant, and bar).

• Advanced Excel proficiency and familiarity with hotel systems (PMS, POS, and back-office platforms).

• Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills, with the ability to collaborate across diverse teams and stakeholders.

• A hands-on, collaborative leader who values mentorship, process improvement, and operational excellence.

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Compensation Range

The compensation for this position is $118,000.00/Yr. - $125,000.00/Yr. based on qualifications and experience.