Finance Manager

Finance ManagerThe Finance Manager oversees the company's accounting, financial reporting, and internal controls across its hospitality and commercial real estate portfolio. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, managing multi-entity accounting operations, supporting budgeting and forecasting, and maintaining compliance with applicable accounting standards and reporting requirements. Such a position also drives process improvements, supports financial and operational decision-making, and collaborates with management and cross-functional teams to promote efficiency, accountability, and strong financial performance.Duties and ResponsibilitiesManage monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes across multiple entities, ensuring timely completion and accurate financial recordsReview and approve journal entries, accruals, prepaids, reclassifications, and account reconciliations prepared by the accounting teamOversee general ledger, AP, AR, cash management, and intercompany accounting activitiesInvestigate and resolve variances in bank reconciliations, credit card settlements, revenue reports, and other financial recordsPrepare and review financial statements and reporting packages for management, ownership, and the boardProvide budget-to-actual, period-over-period, and operational variance analyses with explanations of key driversSupport annual budgeting and periodic forecasting, including departmental, property-level, and profit center analysisDevelop and maintain financial models, dashboards, and reporting tools to improve accuracy and efficiencyOversee hotel accounting functions, including daily revenue reporting, night audit reviews, guest and city ledgers, payroll accounting, and cash controlsEnsure accurate accounting, collection, and remittance of applicable taxes, fees, and other statutory obligationsManage accounting for affiliated hotel entities while overseeing commercial real estate accounting in Yardi, including tenant billing, rent rolls, lease receivables, CAM charges, and operating expense recoveriesEnsure accurate intercompany reconciliations and consolidation across all entitiesMaintain effective internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures in accordance with GAAP and applicable regulatory requirementsCoordinate external audits and tax engagements, including preparation of schedules and documentationMonitor compliance with lender covenants, hotel brand requirements, ownership reporting obligations, and other contractual commitmentsServe as the accounting subject-matter expert for FOSSE, Stay, PEP, and Yardi, including general ledger interfaces and system integrationsCoordinate with Hilton and Marriott support teams to resolve system issues, interface errors, and financial reporting discrepanciesLead process improvement and automation initiatives to strengthen controls, standardize workflows, and enhance reporting efficiencyProvide leadership, guidance, and oversight to the accounting team to ensure effective execution of financial operationsSupport finance leadership and management in overseeing financial and operational activities and ensuring business continuityPerform other duties as assigned by ManagementQualifications and RequirementsBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required; CPA or CMA preferred5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 2 years in a supervisory or management roleHotel or hospitality accounting experience required; multi-entity and commercial real estate or office leasing experience strongly preferredDemonstrated experience leading month-end close, preparing financial statements, and managing external auditsExperience with hotel property management systems, including FOSSE, Stay, or PEP, is preferredProficiency in Yardi for commercial real estate accounting is preferredPrior experience with M3 or comparable hospitality accounting platforms is desirableAdvanced Microsoft Excel proficiency, including complex formulas (XLOOKUP, INDEX/MATCH, SUMIFS), pivot tables, Power Query, macros, financial modeling, and automated reporting and reconciliations; proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and TeamsStrong knowledge of GAAP, multi-entity accounting, financial reporting, account reconciliations, and internal controlsStrong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with the ability to investigate variances, identify root causes, and implement corrective actionsExcellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, coordinate competing deadlines, and maintain accuracyEffective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work across departments and engage with management, property teams, auditors, and external stakeholdersDemonstrated initiative in improving accounting workflows, strengthening internal controls, and enhancing reporting accuracy and operational efficiencySound judgment, accountability, and discretion in managing financial information and confidential mattersScheduleWork schedules are based on the operational needs of the business. Availability to work days, evenings, weekends, and holidays is required for this position.Physical, Mental, Environmental & Technical DemandsFast-paced environment, multiple tasks to be handled under time constraint. Must be able to bend, crouch, kneel, and twist in the work area.

The role involves frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, climbing, lifting, pushing, and pulling objects weighing up to 250lbs. often for extended periods. Must be able to maneuver around property. Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time. Must be able to operate a computer, telephone, and copier. Must have manual dexterity to operate all office equipment. May include exposure to high levels of ambient noise for prolonged periods, must be able to perform essential job functions effectively in such conditions.GroomingAll employees must maintain a neat, clean, and well-groomed appearance. Specific uniform guidelines and/or required articles of clothing will be explained as part of the orientation process.Standard SpecificationsRequirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves, other employees, or guests.A review of this description has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and requirements are essential job functions.This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor.This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship.The statements in this job description are intended to represent the key duties and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be ALL responsibilities or qualifications of the job. This position is classified as exempt (per the Fair Labor Standards Act).Sun Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.