Director - Finance

About the role

As the Director of Finance for a Hilton hotel, you will lead all financial operations, ensuring the property runs profitably while delivering the exceptional hospitality experience guests expect. You will act as the primary financial advisor to hotel leadership, shaping strategy and safeguarding assets.

Key responsibilities

• Drive financial strategy and align operations with the hotel’s strategic goals.
• Oversee financial planning, annual budgets, forecasts and provide insights for business decisions.
• Advise hotel management, ownership and department heads with data‑driven recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and maintain strong internal controls.
• Optimize financial reporting systems for accuracy, efficiency and transparency.
• Monitor and approve sales, purchases, payroll and expense transactions.
• Build and lead a high‑performing finance team through performance management and development.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or related field (Master’s/MBA preferred).
• Minimum 8 years of financial leadership experience, preferably in luxury hotels, resorts, international hotel chains or tourism.
• Proven expertise in budgeting, budget control, financial planning and profitability analysis.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial compliance.

Required skills