VP of Finance

Vice President Of Finance

Tandem Hospitality Group

Full-Time, Exempt Reports To: President / COO Salary: $140,000 – $160,000 annual

Position Summary

The Vice President of Finance is responsible for leading the financial strategy, reporting, and overall fiscal management of Tandem Hospitality Group across a growing portfolio of hotel properties. This role serves as a key member of the executive leadership team, partnering closely with operations, ownership, and corporate leadership to drive financial performance and support strategic decision-making.

The VP of Finance oversees all aspects of accounting, financial planning and analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and cash management, while ensuring the integrity and accuracy of financial reporting. This position plays a critical role in establishing and maintaining scalable financial systems, strengthening internal controls, and supporting both corporate and property-level operations.

This is a highly visible leadership role that requires a balance of strategic thinking and hands-on execution. The ideal candidate brings strong hospitality finance experience, the ability to operate in a fast-paced, multi-property environment, and a proven track record of translating financial data into actionable insights that improve business performance and support company growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with executive leadership to develop and execute a financial strategy aligned with company goals
• Provide financial modeling, forecasting, and decision support for strategic initiatives and investments
• Oversee the preparation and delivery of accurate, timely financial statements and reporting
• Lead annual budgeting and forecasting processes across the portfolio
• Analyze financial performance and deliver actionable insights to improve profitability
• Establish and maintain strong internal controls to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial reporting
• Oversee accounting operations, including general ledger, reconciliations, and close processes
• Lead external audits and ensure compliance with all regulatory and reporting requirements
• Oversee cash flow, banking relationships, and liquidity planning
• Monitor financial risk and optimize working capital and capital allocation
• Partner with General Managers and Regional Directors to drive property-level financial performance
• Provide guidance on labor management, cost control, and operational efficiency
• Support hotel openings, transitions, and ongoing operational improvements
• Establish accountability and financial discipline across properties
• Serve as primary financial liaison to ownership and investors, providing clear performance insights and reporting
• Drive process improvements and standardization across financial systems, reporting, and workflows
• Build, lead, and develop a high-performing finance and accounting team, fostering accountability and cross-functional collaboration
• Perform other duties as assigned to support business needs

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 8+ years of progressive finance/accounting leadership experience
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, budgeting, and internal controls
• Experience supporting multi-unit, multi-entity, or hospitality operations strongly preferred
• Proven ability to partner with operations leaders and influence decision-making

Core Competencies

• Strategic thinking with strong operational execution
• Financial and analytical expertise
• Executive-level communication and stakeholder management
• Process improvement and systems mindset
• Leadership, coaching, and team development
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• This role is primarily office-based but may require travel to properties and participation in on-site operational reviews.

The position may involve:

• Sitting for extended periods while working on a computer
• Occasional travel to hotel properties
• Participation in property tours, meetings, and operational walkthroughs

Schedule Requirements

• Flexible schedule required to meet business needs
• Availability for occasional travel and off-hours support as needed

Compensation

• Salary Range: $140,000-160,000 annually

Benefits

• Eligible team members may participate in:
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• Employee assistance program
• Hotel employee discount program

About Us

At Tandem Hospitality Group, we believe great hospitality starts with great people. Our philosophy—pedal together, win together—guides how we lead, collaborate, and succeed as a team.

We are a hospitality management company focused on boutique hotels and chef-driven restaurants, with a hands-on, operator-led approach. Our leaders partner closely with their teams to drive performance, elevate the guest experience, and build strong, sustainable operations.

Our culture is rooted in ownership, accountability, and transparency. We empower leaders to think like business owners, lead with intention, and create environments where teams can grow, perform, and stay connected to a shared vision.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Tandem Hospitality Group is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.