Area Director of Finance

Compensation: $149,650 to $159,650 per year

Hotel Equities, a multi-award-winning hotel development and hospitality management company, is currently searching for a remarkable Area Director of Finance for Hotel Ziggy in West Hollywood, CA.

The Area Director of Finance is responsible for overseeing the financial operations of multiple hotels within an assigned region, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and compliance activities. This strategic leadership role partners closely with hotel and regional leadership teams to drive financial performance, maximize profitability, optimize resources, and support long-term business objectives. The Area Director of Finance also provides leadership and development to property-level finance teams while fostering a culture of accountability, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of seven (7) years of progressive finance or accounting experience, including leadership responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting standards.
• Proven experience managing multi-property financial operations or regional finance functions.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial management software.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) designation.
• Previous hospitality, hotel, or multi-unit operational finance experience.
• Master of Business Administration (MBA) or other advanced degree with a concentration in Finance or Accounting.
• Experience with ERP systems, hotel accounting systems, and enterprise financial reporting platforms.
• Demonstrated success leading finance teams through organizational growth, acquisitions, or operational change.

• Analyze and interpret complex financial and operational data.
• Lead and influence teams across multiple hotel locations.
• Prepare and present financial information to executive leadership and ownership groups.
• Maintain accuracy and attention to detail while managing multiple deadlines.
• Travel periodically to assigned hotels and regional offices.
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to achieve business objectives.

• Being passionate about hospitality, financial excellence, and associate development.
• Strong communication skills are essential when interacting with hotel leadership, associates, ownership groups, and corporate teams.
• Reading, writing, and presentation abilities are used frequently when preparing financial reports, business reviews, forecasts, and strategic recommendations.
• Problem-solving, reasoning, coaching, motivating, and leadership abilities are often used.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule when business demands require.

• Team Driven and Values Based Culture
• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Vacation & Holiday Pay
• Employee Assistance Program
• Career Growth Opportunities/Manager Training Program
• Reduced Room Rates Throughout the Portfolio
• Third Party Perks (Movie Tickets, Attractions, Other)
• 401(k)
• Employee Discount
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life Insurance
• Parental Leave
• Referral Program