Director of Finance

Director of Finance

Hotel Phoenix | Atlanta, GA

About Hotel Phoenix

Hotel Phoenix rises at “Mile 0,” the historic terminus of the Western & Atlantic Railway and the very location of Atlanta’s founding. With its commanding presence at the gateway and centerpoint of Centennial Yards — one of the most ambitious new developments in Atlanta’s history — it signals a new era for a downtown that has long been neglected.

Hotel Phoenix is a bold, unapologetic statement of forward-looking confidence. It is the hotel Centennial Yards and downtown Atlanta deserves — a future-reaching hospitality experience inspired by the unique character, culture, and heritage of its location.

A standard-setting luxury hospitality experience, Hotel Phoenix is glamorous, world-class, and unmistakably of this place. It isn’t “Atlanta-themed;” it’s Atlanta revealed. True Southern hospitality without the clichés: anticipatory, proper, and delivered with warmth, charm, and sincerity.

Position Summary

The Director of Finance is a key member of the Hotel Phoenix Executive Committee and provides strategic financial leadership for the hotel. Reporting directly to the General Manager, this role is responsible for overseeing all financial operations, safeguarding assets, ensuring compliance, and driving financial performance in alignment with ownership and corporate objectives.

The Director of Finance partners closely with hotel leadership, corporate finance, and shared services to deliver accurate financial reporting, effective controls, and sound business decisions that support a luxury hospitality operation.

Organizational Relationships

• Reports To: General Manager
• Executive Committee: Yes
• Direct Reports:
  • Staff Accountant
  • Purchasing Team
• Key Partnerships: Corporate Finance, Shared Services, Hotel Executive Committee, Department Heads

Key Responsibilities

Financial Leadership & Strategy

• Provide strategic financial guidance to the General Manager and Executive Committee to drive profitability and long-term financial success.
• Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with hotel goals, ownership expectations, and brand standards.
• Act as a trusted business partner to department leaders, supporting informed decision-making.

Budgeting, Forecasting & Reporting

• Lead the annual budgeting process and periodic reforecasting in collaboration with hotel leadership and corporate finance.
• Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements, forecasts, and variance reports.
• Ensure timely, accurate, and transparent financial reporting in accordance with corporate and ownership requirements.

Accounting & Controls

• Oversee all accounting functions including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll coordination, and purchasing.
• Maintain strong internal controls to protect hotel assets and ensure financial integrity.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, and applicable laws and regulations.

Purchasing & Cost Management

• Oversee the purchasing function to ensure cost-effective procurement, proper authorization, and inventory controls.
• Partner with operations to manage expenses, improve margins, and identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising guest experience.

Cash Management & Audit

• Manage cash flow, banking relationships, and working capital requirements.
• Coordinate internal and external audits and serve as the primary liaison with auditors.
• Ensure compliance with tax, insurance, and regulatory requirements.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, coach, and develop the finance and purchasing teams, fostering accountability, accuracy, and professional growth.
• Promote a culture of collaboration, ethical conduct, and continuous improvement.

Corporate & Shared Services Collaboration

• Work closely with corporate and shared services teams to ensure alignment on reporting, systems, policies, and best practices.
• Support corporate initiatives, system implementations, and financial process improvements.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong financial acumen with the ability to interpret and communicate complex financial information.
• Strategic thinker with a hands-on, detail-oriented approach.
• Proven leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• High integrity, discretion, and sound judgment.
• Proficiency in hotel financial systems, ERP platforms, and Microsoft Office (especially Excel).

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive financial management experience, preferably in hospitality or a similar service-driven environment.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, budgeting, and internal controls.
• Demonstrated experience leading finance teams and working with senior leadership.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration (MBA).
• CPA, CMA, or similar professional certification.
• Prior experience in a luxury hotel or full-service hospitality environment.
• Experience working with corporate/shared services financial models.

Work Environment

This position operates primarily in a professional hotel office environment with regular interaction across all hotel departments. Flexibility to support hotel operations, including evenings or weekends as business needs require, is expected.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The Director of Finance may be required to perform other duties as assigned to support the successful operation of Hotel Phoenix.