Director of Finance

Opportunity: Director of Finance - The Rittenhouse Hotel

The Rittenhouse Hotel, Philadelphia's most prestigious address for luxury and sophistication, is seeking a strategic and meticulous Director of Finance. Overlooking the historic Rittenhouse Square, our hotel represents the pinnacle of high-end hospitality. We are looking for a financial leader who can balance the refined standards of a luxury landmark with the sharp analytical skills required to drive profitability and operational efficiency in one of the city's most iconic locations.

Your Growth Path

Area Director of Finance - Regional Director of Finance - Corporate Director of Finance

Your Impact

In this leadership position, you will supervise and direct all financial activities of the hotel, acting as a primary steward of the property's assets. You will ensure that financial reporting is accurate, timely, and aligned with our commitment to excellence. Success in this role requires a highly collaborative approach, working as a strategic partner to the General Manager and other operations leaders to optimize performance, manage departmental expenses, and protect the interests of the ownership.

Your Focus

• Team Leadership: Interview, select, train, and mentor finance associates, ensuring they perform in accordance with HHM core values and luxury brand standards.
• Financial Analysis: Analyze operational data to advise hotel management on trends and opportunities to maintain a highly efficient operation.
• Fiscal Oversight: Monitor and approve all sales, purchases, salaries, and expenses while establishing and auditing internal financial controls (purchasing, cash handling, inventories, etc.).
• Reporting & Budgeting: Prepare, review, and present the Monthly Report of Operations and develop annual budgets and monthly forecasts in accordance with established timelines.
• Corporate Integration: Work closely with the corporate decentralized accounting team to align property-level data with organizational financial goals and standardized reporting practices.
• Compliance & Legal: Ensure payroll practices meet FLSA standards and assist management in maintaining licenses, permits, insurance, and vendor contracts.
• Safety & Sustainability: Follow sustainability guidelines through the EarthView program and maintain safe work habits in accordance with OSHA standards.

Your Background and Skills

• Bachelor's Degree required, preferably in Accounting or Finance.
• 5 to 10 years of accounting experience within the hospitality industry.
• High proficiency in financial software and reporting tools.
• Experience in a high-touch, luxury environment is preferred to understand the unique financial requirements of a premier property.

HHM Hotels Benefits and Perks

• Medical, Dental and Vision Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401k Company Match
• Free Basic Life Insurance
• 24/7 access to TELUS Health, a confidential work-life resource.
• Travel Discounts
• Commuter Transit and Commuter Parking Benefits
• Employee Assistance and Wellness Program
• Educational/Professional Development
• Technology Reimbursements
• Referral Bonus Program
• Quarterly Bonuses and Incentives

Work Environment and Context

• Work schedule varies and may include working on holidays and weekends.
• Required to sit for extended periods, lift up to 10 pounds, bend, reach, use hands and fingers to operate the keyboard.

What We Believe

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