Assistant Director of Finance

Job Title: Assistant Director of Finance
Location: Napa

Overview

We are partnering with a highly rated resort hotel to hire an experienced and strategic Assistant Director of Finance . This hands-on leadership role will manage the Finance and Accounting Department and support financial operations across multiple entities. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented, analytical professional with strong leadership skills and hospitality industry experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting operations, ensuring compliance with GAAP and maintaining robust internal controls

• Manage the full month-end close process, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting

• Prepare and analyze financial statements, management reports, and supporting schedules

• Monitor and forecast cash flow across multiple accounts to ensure operational efficiency

• Collaborate with department heads to develop annual budgets, forecasts, and financial models

• Reconcile bank and balance sheet accounts monthly; promptly investigate and resolve discrepancies

• Maintain accurate intercompany accounting across multiple entities

• Develop and implement accounting policies, procedures, and process improvements

• Provide guidance, mentoring, and leadership to the accounting team

• Travel occasionally to the Napa Valley property to support on-site financial operations

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required

• CPA, MBA, or CHAE certification strongly preferred

• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in finance/accounting, including 3+ years in a leadership role

• Prior experience in the hospitality industry (hotels, resorts, or restaurants) strongly preferred

• In-depth knowledge of GAAP, cash management, and financial reporting

• Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and influence decision-making

• Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Proven leadership and mentoring capabilities in a collaborative, hands-on setting