Director of Finance

Location: College Station, TX 77840

Overview

Join the Hilton College Station and Conference Center Hotel as the Director of Finance. This leadership role partners with the General Manager to achieve financial objectives through direct oversight of financial operations across the property. Valor Hospitality’s approach emphasizes thoughtful hospitality, meticulous attention to detail, and sustainable practices throughout the guest experience and property operations. We seek professionals who value relationships, uphold high standards, and deliver meaningful experiences for guests, teams, and owners. If you excel at spotting the finer points and driving lasting impact, you’ll fit right in. For more information about Valor Hospitality and our portfolio, please visit valorhospitality.com.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with the General Manager to meet financial targets through direct supervision of financial activities.
• Oversee and produce accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Collaborate with Valor Hospitality’s corporate accounting team to ensure timely, consistent reporting.
• Ensure monthly reconciliation of balance sheet accounts with appropriate documentation in line with Valor SOPs.
• Adopt a hands-on approach to ensure tasks are completed efficiently.
• Analyze financial data, customer information, and market trends to drive financial performance and competitive advantage.
• Lead the development of precise forecasts, annual budgets, and business plans.
• Oversee banking arrangements and manage the annual budgeting process; prepare monthly financial statements, financial packages, and related reports/analysis.
• Establish and maintain robust accounting and operational controls. Manage all accounting functions including Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and the General Ledger.
• Monitor financial health through periodic internal audits and ensure effective cash flow management.
• Install and sustain controls to protect the organization’s financial assets from loss or misappropriation.
• Coordinate and prepare for external audits.
• Foster a strong control environment to safeguard assets, enhance operations, and maximize profitability by conducting regular risk assessments and audits.
• Participate in sales and revenue strategy meetings to drive top-line growth.
• Monitor day-to-day operations to ensure taxes are current, collected, accrued, and remitted as required.
• Develop the property team’s business acumen regarding revenue growth, labor productivity, expense control, inventory management, and understanding of the income statement and cash flow.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and motivate others.
• Understand and address the needs of key stakeholders (owners, company, guests, investors, and team members).
• Attend meetings with owners and convey strategic priorities with a global perspective.
• Actively participate in the training and ongoing professional development of direct reports.
• Seek knowledge of and ensure compliance with applicable Franchise and Management Agreements.
• Review and monitor vendor contracts; participate in contract negotiations where feasible.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable local laws and procedures.
• Perform additional duties as required and assigned.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Ability to perform rigorous analysis and manage a broad range of information.
• Strong leadership capabilities, advanced accounting expertise, and excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Extensive knowledge of finance and hospitality best practices, with practical experience managing people and complex issues.
• Capacity to investigate and assess current activities or data, draw logical conclusions, and recommend actions in alignment with policies and procedures.
• Excellent verbal, written, listening, and presentation skills.