Property Description The Camby, Autograph Collection is a boutique luxury hotel located in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona, offering a distinctive and vibrant work environment for those seeking an exciting career in hospitality. As a job applicant, joining the team at The Camby means being part of a unique property known for its upscale design, exceptional service, and dynamic atmosphere. The hotel offers a range of employment opportunities, from guest services to food and beverage, events, and more, providing a diverse and rewarding career path. The Camby is committed to creating a culture that values creativity, innovation, and outstanding guest experiences. Employees can expect to work in a stylish and modern environment, where they can showcase their skills, grow their career, and be part of a team that delivers memorable experiences to guests. Joining the team at The Camby presents a unique opportunity to be part of a one-of-a-kind hotel that is at the forefront of Phoenix's hospitality scene.
Overview The Director of Finance will serve as a strategic business partner to the General Manager and Executive Committee, providing financial insight that helps drive profitability, manage expenses, improve forecasting, and support sound business decisions across the hotel. This leader will oversee budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, internal controls, and accounting operations while partnering closely with department leaders to help them understand the financial impact of their business decisions.
We are looking for a hands-on, collaborative hospitality finance leader who enjoys being part of the operation-not someone who leads from behind a desk. The ideal candidate will build strong relationships with hotel leadership, ownership, and department heads and will communicate financial information in a way that is practical, clear, and actionable.
This is a strong opportunity for a Director of Finance who is passionate about team development, hospitality finance, operational partnership, and continuous improvement. The property has a solid finance team and a collaborative leadership culture, providing an established foundation for a leader who can develop talent, strengthen financial understanding throughout the hotel, and continue to improve forecasting and financial performance.
Responsibilities - Lead all aspects of hotel finance and accounting operations for a 279-room luxury property.
- Partner with the General Manager and Executive Committee on financial strategy, profitability, business performance, and operational decision-making.
- Manage the annual budgeting process, monthly forecasting, financial planning, and long-range planning.
- Analyze hotel financial performance, including P&L results, labor costs, departmental expenses, revenue trends, and profitability.
- Lead monthly financial reporting and provide clear, actionable analysis and recommendations to hotel leadership.
- Partner with department heads to improve financial understanding, accountability, forecasting accuracy, and expense management.
- Develop and mentor the hotel finance team, including the Accounting Manager and Accounting Clerk, with an emphasis on career development and professional growth.
- Build strong relationships with hotel ownership and effectively communicate financial results, trends, risks, and opportunities.
- Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and applicable financial regulations.
- Identify opportunities to improve profitability, control costs, and strengthen financial processes.
- Support and lead finance-related initiatives associated with financial systems, including the transition to and integration of Workday and other financial technology.
- Participate actively in hotel operations and leadership meetings, bringing a positive, solutions-oriented approach to financial and operational challenges.
- Foster a collaborative finance culture where the accounting team is viewed as a business partner to the entire hotel.
- Support the hotel's food and beverage operations, including three meal periods, poolside operations, and other revenue-generating outlets.
- Work closely with operational leaders to understand business drivers and translate financial data into actionable strategies.
Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field; equivalent hospitality finance experience will be considered.
- 5+ years of progressive finance or accounting leadership experience in the hospitality industry, preferably within a full-service or luxury hotel environment.
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