Description

Summary

At Hyatt Hotels and Alila, we believe in creating unforgettable journeys where luxury is defined by authenticity, connection, and care. Perched high above the Pacific Ocean in the heart of Big Sur, Alila Ventana Big Sur is a Forbes 4-Star property and recipient of two MICHELIN Keys. Here, the sky, sea, mountains, and redwoods converge to create a sanctuary where colleagues and guests alike are inspired to connect, grow, and thrive.

Our resort is deeply committed to environmental stewardship and sustainable operations, from sourcing local, seasonal ingredients to minimizing waste, conserving water, and protecting the surrounding redwood forest. Every role at Ventana plays a part in supporting these practices and honoring our unique natural environment.

Position Overview

The Assistant Director of Finance supports the Director of Finance in overseeing the resort's financial operations, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with Hyatt and Alila standards and values, GAAP, and regulatory requirements. This role provides leadership in managing day-to-day accounting functions, developing financial strategies, and supporting long-term planning.

As the second-in-command of the Finance Department, the ADOF is responsible for maintaining strong internal controls, guiding the finance team, and fostering collaboration with operational leaders to deliver financial insights that enhance performance and achieve business objectives.

This is a fully on-site role at our Big Sur property. The ideal candidate will bring a strong hospitality finance background, proven leadership capabilities, and a passion for sustainability, luxury, and service excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Oversight and Compliance
  
  • Manage and oversee accounting operations, including G/L reconciliations, journal entries, month-end reporting, and financial analysis
  • Prepare, review, and present preliminary financial statements with the Director of Finance
  • Ensure compliance with Hyatt standards, GAAP, SOX, and internal audit requirements
  • Oversee the audit process, reviewing and approving reconciliations, preparing audit work papers, and coordinating responses to auditor requests
• Budgeting, Forecasting and Analysis
  
  • Assist in preparing and monitoring annual budgets, forecasts, and rolling projections
  • Partner with department heads to strengthen financial literacy, track performance, and identify revenue opportunities and cost efficiencies
  • Lead variance analysis and proactively recommend corrective actions to optimize results
• Leadership and Team Development
  
  • Supervise and mentor the Finance team, as well as oversee Information Technology and Procurement functions
  • Interview, hire, train, and evaluate colleagues, fostering a culture of accountability, professional growth, and alignment with Hyatt service standards
  • Provide ongoing coaching and development opportunities, building a resilient and high-performing team
• Operational Finance and Strategic Partnership
  
  • Support resort financial planning, cash management, capital expenditure tracking, and full P&L responsibility
  • Serve as a business partner to operational leaders, delivering insights and analysis to guide decision-making
  • Drive process improvements and leverage technology to increase efficiency and accuracy in reporting
  • Contribute to long-term financial strategies that support the resort's sustainability mission and guest experience goals

Salary and Benefits

Salary Range: $85,000-$110,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications

Hyatt Benefits Include:

• Annual allotment of free and discounted stays at Hyatt hotels worldwide
• Well-being benefits including complimentary Headspace subscription and tuition reimbursement
• Global family assistance policy, with paid leave for birth/adoption and adoption financial support
• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k) with company match after 1 year
• Alila Ventana Big Sur Colleague Perks:
• Free daily meals
• Gas stipend for eligible colleagues

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Hospitality, or related field (Master's or CPA strongly preferred)
• 5+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role, preferably in hospitality or luxury resorts
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards
• Proven experience with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
• Proficiency with financial systems and ERP software; Hyatt systems (Opera, PMS, MICROS, ADP, TimeSaver) a plus
• Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office skills
• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and develop a team
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills, with a high degree of integrity and confidentiality
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, service-driven environment while maintaining a focus on sustainability and long-term goals