Director of Finance

About the job

Additional Information: This hotel is owned and operated by an independent franchisee, Highgate Holdings. The franchisee is a separate company and a separate employer from Marriott International, Inc.  The franchisee solely controls all aspects of the hotel’s employment policies and practices, including hiring, firing, discipline, staffing, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment.  If you accept a position at this hotel, you will be employed by a franchisee and not by Marriott International, Inc.

Overview

The Director of Finance is responsible for providing consistent leadership in the financial area of the hotel by focusing on the profitability of the business; maintaining accurate and timely financial reporting; ensuring acceptable levels on internal control; ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations and Highgate Hotels ‘s Standard Operating Procedures; and safeguarding owners/investors assets.

Responsibilities

Effectively manage and communicate cash flow related issues. This includes the accurate and timely preparation of monthly financial statements for the property: cash flow statements, management of receivables, payables, cash balances, control mechanisms and timely deposits of all funds.

Monitor hotel revenues and expenses and ensure the accurate recording in accordance with Highgate Hotels established guidelines. Monitors and controls Hotel’s cash flow and operating forecast.

Creates annual budgets and monthly variance analysis. Investigates and critiques variances to budget or to prior year and offer practical improvement methodologies to management.

Ensure hotels’ compliance on all regulatory licenses and permits, leases, contracts, legal agreements, and the proper execution of all operational taxes. Provide assistance to management in enforcing compliance on all these items.

Analyze financial data and operations in order to assist and advise management in maintaining the hotels’ financial objectives.

Complies with Standard Accounting policies and procedures and internal controls for finance and accounting operations

Timely reviews and approval of all balance sheet accounts, including monthly bank reconciliation and general ledger account reconciliations.

Establish and continually audit all internal financial controls including purchasing, cash handling, disbursements, inventories, hotel assets, master keys, payroll, and employee records.

Successful completion of all internal and external financial audits, including coordination of work with CPA firms and delivering information requested by auditors on a timely basis.

Hire, train, supervise and develop staff, including coaching, counseling and discipline.

Maintain compliance with Highgate Hotels’ standards and regulations to ensure safe and efficient operation of the hotel.

Directs or prepares all financial reports in accordance with Highgate Hotels’ requirements, meeting various due dates and deadlines, i.e:

Weekly: A/R & A/P Aging, Flash Reports, Payroll Reports, Revenue Updates

Monthly: Financial Statements, Forecasting KeyStatistics Report, Cash Flow

Annual: Budgets, 5-Year Plans, 5-Year Capital Plans

Timely interacts with Executive Committee members to assure that property operations are on track and under control at all times.

Monitor hotels’ compliance in meeting required report deadlines and due dates and react accordingly.

Monitor the accurate production of the hotel daily operating report.

Executes other special projects and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

At least 5 or more years of Hospitality Finance/Accounting experience.

Prior Controller or Director of Finance experience, preferably at a premium-branded Hotel.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Bachelor’s degree required preferably in Finance or Accounting.

Must supervise 2 or more employees

Must be proficient in Windows, Company approved spreadsheets and word processing and in the operation of all hotel-specific systems.

Benefits

We are pleased to offer to our full-time associates a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and financial future.  Medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching contributions Paid holidays Paid vacation Paid sick leave (provided in accordance with applicable law) Employee assistance program (EAP) Educational opportunities / Tuition reimbursement

This company is an equal opportunity employer.

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About Us

The Autograph Collection is a growing collection of four and five-star independent hotels, each offering unique and memorable experiences. Each hotel is thoughtfully chosen for its quality, originality, bold character, and ability to offer today’s traveler a range of unique experiences suited to their individual sense of style and adventure. All Autograph Collection hotels look to attract The Individualist, the brand's target consumer. The Individualist is someone who uses travel as an opportunity to add to their personal narrative – in essence they are hand selecting our hotels whether for personal or corporate travel because it is much more than simply a place to rest. In joining Autograph Collection, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work,​ begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global​ team, and become the best version of you.

Additional Information

• Job Identification: 26139103
• Job Category: Finance & Accounting
• Posting Date: 2026-10-23
• Apply Before: 2026-12-08
• Job Schedule: Full time
• Locations: 95 Cordova St, Saint Augustine, FL, 32084, US ()
• Pay Range (US/Canada/EMEA): $115,000 - $120,000 annually
• Bonus Eligible?: N
• Stock Package?: N
• Additional Information: Relocation Assistance Available