Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position: Director of Finance                                                                                          Classification: Exempt

Department: Finance                                                                                                      Department Head: Director of Finance

Reports to: General Manager

Welcome to Conrad Nashville. We offer luxurious accommodations and exceptional service in the ever-evolving Nashville hospitality industry. Join our dynamic team, learn and grow in a culture of collaboration. Our priority is your well-being, which is why we offer competitive compensation packages, healthcare insurance, 401k plans, and team member discounts. Living and working in Nashville provides access to diverse cultural attractions, entertainment venues and culinary experiences. At Conrad Nashville, you can make a positive impact and be part of a world-class hospitality brand. Join us and discover all that we have to offer.

Job Summary

The Director of Finance is a key member of the Executive Leadership Team at Conrad Nashville, responsible for overseeing the hotel’s financial strategy, planning, and performance. This role supports the long-term financial health of the property by ensuring the integrity of financial reporting, maintaining rigorous internal controls, and delivering actionable insights to drive profitability. Operated by Northwood Hospitality and part of the Hilton luxury brand portfolio, Conrad Nashville seeks a finance leader who combines strategic vision with operational expertise in a fast-paced, service-driven environment.

Essential Functions

The Director of Finance is accountable for the overall financial management of the hotel, ensuring that accurate and timely financial statements are prepared and presented in accordance with Hilton brand standards, ownership requirements, and all applicable regulatory guidelines. This role supports the operational effectiveness of the property by partnering with department heads to develop and monitor budgets, forecasts, and performance targets. The Director leads the finance team in maintaining internal controls, managing cash flow, and preparing for audits. In addition to managing the daily financial operations, the Director plays an active role in strategic business planning, identifying financial risks and opportunities, and ensuring that sound financial decisions are made throughout the organization. This position also involves training and developing team members, supporting the overall success of the hotel’s leadership group, and acting as a key point of contact for ownership and corporate finance teams.

Job Duties

• Manage all aspects of the hotel's accounting functions, including accounts payable/receivable, payroll, financial reporting, and compliance.
• Prepare and review month-end close, financial statements, and variance analyses.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Work collaboratively with all departments to ensure accurate financial planning and adherence to budgets.
• Maintain relationships with external partners, including auditors, banks, vendors, and insurance providers.
• Ensure effective use of financial software and systems; lead implementation or optimization efforts as needed.
• Enforce financial policies, procedures, and controls to safeguard assets and ensure data integrity.

Other

• To carry out all other duties legally and reasonably requested of you by your manager which fall within the scope and purpose of this position
• Contribution is made to the setting of departmental objectives in relation to the business strategy.
• Contribution is made to management discussions to solve problems, identify improvements and make decisions
• Oral and written communication is carried out in a manner, and at a level and pace, likely to promote understanding, effective performance and harmonious working relationships.
• This list is not exhaustive and your job may require standards not listed above.

Skills

• Graduation from a well-known hotel school or demonstration of previous successful management of a quality hotel and restaurant operation.
• Excellent verbal, comprehension, listening and problem-solving skills.
• Several years of financial management experience.
• Ability to deal with a diverse staff and to operate efficiently despite stressful time pressure.
• Interpersonal and time management skills.
• Adaptability

Minimum Experience Requirements

A minimum of 5 year’s financial management experience required, preferably in the hospitality industry and minimum experience of 1 to 2 year in the same position at 4 Star or 5 Star Hotel. Experience with Hilton ONQ PMS. BS or BA in hotel administration, management or accounting is preferred.

A working knowledge of luxury hotel standards and management execution with an entrepreneurial spirit to create and mentor superior hotel talent is essential.  In addition, a history with annual revenue and expense budgets is preferred.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; stand; bend; walk; use hands or finger; or feel objects, tools or controls; lift boxes (up to 20 pounds);

** This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions and does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Benefits

• Position is eligible for the Northwood Investors incentive plan 
• 401k after 90 days, fully vested, company match to 4%
• Medical (3 plan choices)
• Dental (2 Plan choices)
• Vision
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid Time Off 
• Hilton Honors Team Member Discounts
• Northwood Hospitality Discounts 

EEO and ADA Statements

Conrad Nashville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support and encourage diversity in the workplace.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.