Area Director of Finance

Hyatt • Culver City, CA • 5h ago

Description:

The Shay, part of Destination by Hyatt & Andaz West Hollywood

We are seeking a seasoned and strategic Area Director of finance to lead the financial operations for The Shay and Andaz West Hollywood. This role serves as a key business partner to the Hotel General Managers, providing financial leadership, operational insight, and disciplined execution to drive strong performance across two distinct hotels.

The Area Director of Finance is both a strategic advisor and a hands-on leader-responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and meaningful financial analysis that supports day-to-day decision-making and long-term planning. This leader plays a critical role in guiding hotel leadership teams, developing finance talent, and ensuring financial clarity across all areas of the operation.

This position reports directly to the Hotel General Managers.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Leadership & Reporting:

Oversee all accounting and finance functions for both hotels, ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant financial reporting.

Prepare and review all monthly and annual financial statements. Lead variance analysis and partner with department leaders on corrective actions.

Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, capital planning, and cash management process.

Complete the year-end close and audit process, including review and approval of reconciliations, audit work papers, and final audited statements.

Provide clear, actionable financial insights to hotel leadership to support operational and strategic decisions.

Internal Controls & Risk Management

Ensures adherence to Hyatt Management Agreement (HMA) terms and all required reporting obligations.

Maintain strong internal controls, policies, and procedures, including segregation of duties.

Manage SOX compliance for both hotels.

Monitor industry trends, regulatory changes, and business conditions to support informed decision-making and risk mitigation.

Operational Leadership :

Lead, mentor, and develop the finance teams at both hotels, providing direction, training, and performance feedback.

Support the development of future leaders across all departments by improving financial understanding and accountability.

Empower operational leaders with financial tools and insights to drive results.

Oversee information Technology and Purchasing functions, with a solid understanding of hotel operations and back-of-house processes.

Foster an environment that is adaptable, collaborative, and receptive to change.

Business Partner:

Partner closely with Hotel General Managers and department leaders to drive cost efficiency and revenue optimization without compromising service or culture.

Maintain strong relationships with ownership representatives and key stakeholders, ensuring timely communication and delivery of financial reporting.

Bring a growth mindset to the role, challenging assumptions and identifying opportunities to create value across both hotels.

Hyatt colleagues work in an environment that demands strong leadership and accountability while offering meaningful opportunities for growth and impact. This role is ideal for a finance leader who wants to be deeply involved in hotel operations and contribute at a strategic level across two unique and high-profile hotels.

The salary range for this position is $128,200 - $163,400. This is the pay range The Shay and Andaz West Hollywood reasonably expect to pay for this role. Individual compensation decisions will be based on experience, education, and business needs.

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Qualifications:

Minimum 6 years of progressive Hotel Finance leadership experience.

Degree in Accounting, Finance, Hospitality, Business, or related field preferred.

Prove ability to partner with hotel leadership and ownership in a business advisory capacity.

Strong leadership presence with the ability to coach, develop, and retain high-performing teams.

Demonstrated ability to effectively interact with people of diverse socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds.

Proficiency in Hyatt accounting tools and Microsoft Office products.

Clear, concise written and verbal communication skills in English.

Primary Location: US-CA-Culver City

Organization: The Shay

Pay Basis: Yearly

Job Level: Full-time

Job: Accounting/Finance/Tax

Req ID: CUL000136

Hyatt is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status or any other group protected by law.

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