Manager of Finance

Location: Niagara Falls

Salary Range: $75,000.00 To $85,000.00 Annually

All Great Wolf Lodge Leaders are fully dedicated to delivering positive and exceptional 5 STAR PAW service to our Pack and guests by adopting a systems-based approach and following the below principles for both fellow Pack Members and Guests:

Our Mission Statement:
Creating family traditions one family at a time

Our Customer Service Standards:
Safety, Quality, Consistency, and Fun

Our R.I.A.C.T Core Values:
Respect, Integrity, Accountability, Competence and Teamwork

Delivering 5 Star Service while consistently assuming the most effective role.

Attend all quarterly meetings

Actively engage in and promote lodge culture including but not limited to;
Holiday parties, Pack outing and philanthropic initiatives

Manager of Finance  is responsible for leading the financial operations of the lodge and ensuring accurate financial reporting, sound internal controls, effective budgeting, forecasting, and compliance with company policies and applicable regulations. This role partners closely with operational leaders to support business decisions, improve profitability, safeguard assets, and maintain the financial health of the property. The Manager of Finance oversees accounting processes, cash management, payroll coordination, audit readiness, and financial analysis to support both guest service excellence and operational performance.

Lead the day-to-day financial and accounting operations of the lodge, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, and cash controls.

Prepare accurate and timely daily, weekly, monthly, and annual financial reports and key performance indicators (KPIs) for the lodge leadership and ownership as required.

Develop, manage, and monitor the annual operating budget and periodic forecasts, identifying risks, variances, and opportunities.

Analyze financial results, business trends, labour costs, and departmental expenses to support informed operational decision-making.

Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, tax requirements, and audit expectations.

Oversee revenue reconciliation processes, including coordination with front office, food and beverage, and other operational departments to ensure complete and accurate reporting.

Support payroll review and oversee gratuity calculations to ensure accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance with applicable legislation and internal controls.

Monitor cash flow, working capital, and balance sheet accounts to protect the financial position of the property.

Coordinate internal and external audits and ensure timely resolution of audit findings or control gaps.

Review contracts, purchasing activity, and expense trends to identify cost-saving opportunities and operational efficiencies.

Partner with department leaders to improve budget ownership, financial literacy, and accountability across the property.

Supervise, coach, and develop finance team members while promoting accuracy, timeliness, collaboration, and service excellence.

Participate in leadership meetings and contribute financial insight to business planning, capital requests, and strategic initiatives.

Lead month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring completion of all required reconciliations, accruals, journal entries and reporting schedules.

Assist with insurance documentation, regulatory filings, and other property-level financial compliance requirements as needed.

Conduct ad hoc financial analysis and deep-dive investigations into variances, trends, operational issues, and performance drivers, identifying root causes and providing clear, actionable insights to support timely business decisions and continuous improvement.

Post-secondary education in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.

Professional accounting designation or progress toward designation is considered an asset.

Minimum 3-5 years of progressive finance or accounting experience, preferably within hotel, resort, or hospitality operations.

Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, internal controls, and audit processes.

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