Finance Director

As the senior finance leader for a luxury lodging property, the Finance Director at CFS sets the direction for day-to-day financial operations while partnering closely with ownership and operational leadership. This onsite role in San Antonio, TX combines strategic planning with hands-on execution across budgeting, forecasting, reporting, cash management, compliance, internal controls, and team leadership.

The Finance Director will own property finance performance, ensure accurate GAAP-based reporting, and serve as the primary contact for external auditors. Working directly with external financial advisors, the role supports strategic decision-making and helps position the property for strong profitability and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the annual budgeting cycle and manage ongoing forecasting.
• Partner with ownership and operational leadership on financial planning and business decisions.
• Monitor financial performance and provide recommendations to improve profitability and operational efficiency.
• Develop and execute financial strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Oversee core accounting functions, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, General Ledger, and Income Audit.
• Manage month-end and year-end close to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
• Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Maintain accurate balance sheet reconciliations and supporting schedules.
• Coordinate annual audits and act as the primary point of contact for external auditors.
• Ensure the integrity of financial records and reporting processes.
• Monitor cash flow, liquidity, and working capital requirements.
• Support operational and capital project funding needs.
• Identify financial risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Safeguard company assets through strong financial oversight and controls.
• Establish and maintain effective internal controls and accounting procedures.
• Ensure compliance with applicable tax regulations, audit requirements, and industry standards.
• Support tax reporting, documentation requests, and financial compliance initiatives.
• Continuously evaluate and improve financial processes and controls.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance and accounting team, driving employee performance and accountability.
• Oversee AP, AR, Payroll, and Income Audit functions.
• Participate in hiring, training, coaching, and succession planning.
• Foster a collaborative, service-oriented, high-performing team culture.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 8+ years of progressive accounting and finance hotel experience.
• Strong knowledge of hotel financial systems and reporting.
• Thorough understanding of USALI (Uniform System of Accounts for the Lodging Industry).
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and property-level financial management.
• Proven ability to manage month-end close and financial reporting processes.
• Strong leadership, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred

• Experience in luxury hotels, resorts, boutique hotels, or upscale lodging properties.
• Previous experience as a Controller, Assistant Controller, or Director of Finance.

Direct hotel accounting and finance experience is required. Candidates must have recent, hands-on experience in hotel finance leadership. General hospitality or broader real estate experience without direct hotel accounting responsibility will not be considered.

Compensation: USD 145,000 - 155,000 per year.