Director of Finance

Job Description

Overview

Director of Finance – The Heldrich Hotel and Conference Center

On-site in New Brunswick, NJ

The Opportunity

As Director of Finance , you will oversee all aspects of financial planning, analysis, reporting, and controls for this complex, high-volume hotel and conference center. Reporting to the General Manager and working closely with Pyramid’s Regional Director of Finance and Senior VP of Hotel Accounting, you will serve as a strategic business partner on the Executive Leadership Team—ensuring financial accuracy, driving profitability, and supporting long-term operational success.

Key Responsibilities

Lead all finance and accounting functions including budgeting, forecasting, reporting, cash flow management, payroll, and audits.

Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial reports including monthly P&L, balance sheet reconciliations, forecasts, and ownership reporting.

Develop and maintain strong internal controls for all operational areas, including F&B, payroll, purchasing, credit, inventory, and cash handling.

Partner with department heads to analyze key performance indicators and align financial goals with operational strategy.

Maintain compliance with GAAP, FLSA, and Pyramid SOPs, as well as all federal, state, and local financial regulations.

Collaborate with corporate and ownership stakeholders to provide transparent reporting and strategic insights into the property’s financial performance.

Recruit, train, and manage the hotel’s finance team (A / P, A / R, and payroll), fostering development, accountability, and process improvement.

Contribute to the Executive Committee, providing data-driven financial guidance to support business decisions and long-term planning.

Responsibilities

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Hospitality Management required; CPA preferred.

Minimum 3 years of hotel accounting leadership experience, including at least 1 year as Director of Finance / Controller in a full-service hotel or conference center.

Experience managing financial operations across multi-outlet departments (rooms, banquets, catering, restaurant, and bar).

Advanced Excel proficiency and familiarity with hotel systems (PMS, POS, and back-office platforms).

Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills, with the ability to collaborate across diverse teams and stakeholders.

A hands-on, collaborative leader who values mentorship, process improvement, and operational excellence.

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