Westin Boston Seaport District - Director Finance

Aimbridge Corporate

• $110K — $130K *
Hospitality & Recreation
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting, with at least 5 years of financial leadership experience or comparable hotel finance experience.
  • Extensive background in budgeting, forecasting, P&L reporting, and account reconciliation.
  • Strong analytical skills with a focus on data interpretation and problem-solving.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, as well as POS/PMS systems.
  • Proven leadership and communication abilities, especially in team development and presentations.

Responsibilities

  • Advise hotel leadership on financial performance and strategies to enhance profitability.
  • Lead the budgeting and forecasting processes while aligning with occupancy and revenue goals.
  • Collaborate with operational leaders to manage costs and improve performance efficiency.
  • Oversee all accounting operations including accounts payable, receivable, and payroll processes.
  • Deliver comprehensive financial statements and insights to support business decisions.
  • Ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, and audit requirements while maintaining internal controls.
  • Develop and mentor the accounting team, promoting cross-training and clear accountability.

Benefits

  • Eligibility for Daily Pay after initial waiting period.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Short-term and long-term disability income insurance.
  • Term life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance.
  • Paid time off for rest and relaxation.
  • Access to an Employee Assistance Program for personal support.
  • 401k retirement plan for future financial security.
Full Job Description
As Director of Finance, you will be a trusted strategic partner to the General Manager and hotel leadership team, turning financial insight into stronger performance, greater profitability, and long-term success. You will lead all accounting and finance functions, safeguard robust internal controls, ensure compliance with company policies and brand standards, and deliver timely, accurate reporting that drives confident decisions.

This role is perfect for you if you enjoy:

  • Combining strategic vision with hands-on financial leadership.
  • Turning financial insights into opportunities that improve efficiency and performance.
  • Developing accounting talent and collaborating across departments to achieve revenue and profit goals.


KEY SKILLS & RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Strategy & Business Partnership

  • Advise the General Manager and leadership team on financial performance, profitability, and business strategy.
  • Lead budgets, forecasts, variance analysis, and financial plans supporting occupancy, ADR, RevPAR, and GOP goals.
  • Partner with operational leaders to control costs, improve efficiencies, and achieve financial objectives.

Accounting, Reporting & Compliance

  • Oversee accounting operations, including AP, AR, payroll review, general ledger, cash management, fixed assets, and reconciliations.
  • Deliver accurate, timely financial statements, owner reports, cash flow reporting, and supporting analyses.
  • Maintain internal controls and ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, brand standards, regulations, audits, and tax requirements.

Leadership & Financial Operations

  • Monitor cash flow, liquidity, banking relationships, capital expenditures, reserves, and future cash needs.
  • Recruit, coach, and develop the accounting team through clear accountability, cross-training, and succession planning.
  • Present financial insights to ownership and corporate leadership to support sound operational decisions.


EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting and at least 5 years in financial leadership, or comparable progressive hotel finance experience.
  • Extensive background in budgeting, forecasting, P&L reporting, account reconciliation, and strong analytical skills for data interpretation and problem-solving.
  • Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, Excel, POS/PMS systems, and proven leadership and communication abilities for team development and presentations.


After an initial waiting period, those hired into full time positions are eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes the following:

  • Now offering Daily Pay! Ask your Recruiter for more details
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income
  • Term Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • 401k Retirement Plan


PROPERTY INFORMATION:
Located in Boston's Seaport District, Westin Boston Waterfront features a vertical garden - a natural feature that purifies the air. The Institute Of Contemporary Art, Boston Convention Exhibitors Center and Boston Children's Museum are all within walking distance of the property. Enjoy a restful night's sleep in the Boston Waterfront Westin's guestrooms, featuring a flat-screen TV, a coffee maker with Starbucks® Coffee and a bathrobe. Start the day with a buffet breakfast at the on-site Sauciety restaurant.

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