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Pyramid Global Hospitality is a leading hospitality management company with a portfolio of more than 200 hotels and resorts and over 18,000 associates across the United States, Caribbean, and Europe. Our platform includes Benchmark Resorts & Hotels, a collection of distinctive independent properties; Axiom Hospitality, our European hotel management company; and PYRAMIDWORKS, which provides integrated workplace and facilities services. With corporate offices in Boston, The Woodlands, Texas, and London, Pyramid combines global scale with a hands-on approach focused on exceptional service, operational excellence, and long-term partnerships.

At Pyramid, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating an environment where associates are respected, supported, and empowered to grow their careers. Team members have the opportunity to collaborate directly with experienced leaders, take on meaningful stretch assignments, and gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of properties, brands, and markets. Whether you are beginning your hospitality career or bringing years of experience, you'll find opportunities to learn, develop, and make an impact.

Our commitment to associates, guests, owners, and the communities we serve has helped make Pyramid and our properties among the most recognized in hospitality. From being named among the best places to work by respected publications such as USA Today, The Boston Globe, and The Houston Chronicle to earning top travel accolades from Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Forbes Travel Guide, and U.S. News & World Report, these recognitions reflect the culture, service excellence, and commitment to people that define the Pyramid experience.

About our property:

At the StateView Hotel, part of the Marriott Autograph Collection, we pride ourselves on being the best employer in the area. What sets us apart? Our culture, full benefit plans, including 401k with a company match and our lucrative bonus programs, to name a few. We are looking for talented people who have a genuine passion for service. Our Core Values involve personal development, people, and a desire for wanting them to succeed. We believe each member of our team has a key part to play in our delivery of outstanding service and memorable experiences for each guest. We want a hotel that people want to come to, not through. Find out today what a career with Pyramid Global Hospitality at the StateView Hotel can mean for you! The StateView hotel boasts 164 guest rooms, and 8,000 sq ft of event space.

What you will have an opportunity to do:

Located on the scenic campus of NC State University and part of Marriott’s Autograph Collection, the StateView Hotel blends collegiate spirit with modern sophistication. We are seeking a results-driven Director of Finance to join our Executive Leadership Team and oversee all aspects of financial operations. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced hospitality finance leader to join a fast-growing management company and play a key role in shaping the success of one of Raleigh’s premier hotels.

The Position Reporting directly to the General Manager, and working closely with the Senior Vice President of Hotel Accounting and Regional Director of Finance, the Director of Finance will lead the hotel’s Finance and Accounting team. This executive-level role requires strong technical skills, strategic insight, and a hands-on leadership style to ensure the financial integrity and performance of the property.

You’ll be part of the hotel’s Executive Committee, collaborating with department heads to deliver on both operational excellence and financial results. Our ideal candidate brings an entrepreneurial mindset, a people-first approach, and the ability to drive process improvements while maintaining compliance with all regulations and company policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day financial operations including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and analysis.
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of monthly financial statements, forecasts, P&Ls, balance sheet reconciliations, and cash flow reports.
• Coordinate the hotel’s annual budget and work with the Executive Team to develop forecasts that align with property goals.
• Analyze financial results and provide strategic recommendations to improve profitability and operational efficiency.
• Oversee all internal financial controls related to cash handling, purchasing, disbursements, credit, inventories, payroll, and asset protection.
• Ensure compliance with all Federal, State, and Local regulations, as well as with GAAP, FLSA, 11th Edition Uniform System of Accounts, and internal SOPs.
• Prepare for and lead internal audits and support external audits as required.
• Partner with the property’s ownership group and Pyramid Global’s corporate finance team to deliver transparency and timely reporting.
• Manage and develop the on-site finance team, including accounting, A/P, A/R, and payroll staff.
• Actively contribute as a key member of the Executive Committee, helping drive the hotel’s overall success through sound financial leadership.

What are we looking for?

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Hospitality, or Business required.
• Minimum 3 years of hotel accounting leadership experience, with at least 1 year as a Director of Finance/Controller at a similar-sized full-service hotel.
• Strong knowledge of hotel systems, financial controls, and compliance requirements.
• Experience managing multi-outlet operations (e.g., rooms, F&B, catering, etc.).
• Proficiency in hotel PMS (Opera), POS (Micros), Business intelligence system (Profitsword), and Financial system (Microsoft Dynamic 365 Finance and Operations); ability to extract and synthesize data across systems.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing finance team.
• Proven experience with budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and cash flow management.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with multiple stakeholders.
• Marriott brand experience is preferred but not required.

Compensation:

$100,000 - $100,000

Pyramid Global Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years & depth of experience, certifications and specific office location. This may differ in other locations due to cost of labor considerations.