Director of Finance, Resort Operations - HVO

Hyatt Vacation Ownership is a prestigious hospitality company specializing in resort operations that focuses on delivering exceptional vacation experiences to its customers. The organization is renowned for its commitment to excellence, innovation, and fostering an inclusive culture that highlights diversity in its workforce. Hyatt Vacation Ownership operates within the vacation ownership industry, providing comprehensive resort amenities and services that cater to a diverse clientele seeking memorable and high-quality travel accommodations. The company places strong emphasis on sustainable practices, community involvement, and superior customer service, creating an environment where both employees and guests feel valued and supported. Hyatt Vacation Ownership is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse workforce. The role offered is a full-time Director of Finance and Accounting (DOF) position within Resort Operations, focusing on ensuring financial compliance, optimizing business value, and managing financial risk through strategic financial leadership. Salary details are typically competitive within the industry, reflecting the seniority and expertise required for the position.

The Director of Finance and Accounting plays a critical role as a proactive and trusted leader who partners closely with on-site leaders and the nonprofit property owners' association to make timely and informed business decisions. This senior role is entrusted with responsibility for financial compliance concerning the management agreement, ensuring adherence to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), corporate policies such as MVW-66, and Sarbanes-Oxley standards. The DOF oversees financial and accounting reporting and analysis of ancillary business operations on-site. Key duties include developing and implementing financial products and services tailored to the organizational needs, supporting the planning and execution of annual business plans, and managing cash flow and profit forecasting. As a leader, the DOF guides and supports the on-site Finance and Accounting (F&A) team by directing daily operations, fostering team development, and ensuring timely achievement of financial deliverables.

The position also requires managing internal controls, conducting self-assessments, and facilitating audits while demonstrating a thorough understanding of external audit processes and financial statements. Business partnership is a cornerstone of the role, involving collaboration with diverse stakeholders including the property owners' association Board of Directors, corporate executives, auditors, and vendors. Strategic planning and financial analysis are essential to identify cost-saving measures, monitor financial results and variances, and steer the organization toward profitability. The DOF leads change management initiatives aligned with organizational goals and actively coaches and trains both financial professionals and non-financial leaders to enhance business acumen. The ideal candidate maintains an analytical mindset, applies comprehensive accounting expertise, and embodies strong leadership and communication skills to drive results and foster positive relationships within the organization. This opportunity offers an impactful career path for experienced finance and accounting professionals seeking to contribute to the success and growth of a leading resort ownership enterprise.