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Company Description

Located in prestigious Rittenhouse Square, the AAA rated 4-diamond Sofitel Philadelphia Hotel, boasts 306 beautifully appointed guestrooms, featuring Lanvin amenities, dream bedding and a luxurious atmosphere.  We will be your personal culinary connoisseurs, offering our classic, French inspired menu, made from the freshest ingredients harvested directly from our rooftop garden.  Enjoy our signature hand-crafted cocktails in Liberté Lounge, the “in-place” to gather and mingle for Philly’s finest clientele. 

Our team of highly trained Ambassadors are at your service, ready to provide a magnifique and memorable experience.  Joie de Vivre is in our DNA, and we are seeking like-minded individuals to join our team! 

Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse is seeking a visionary and analytical Director of Finance to join our dynamic Accounting team. S/He will be a key member of our executive leadership, and will be responsible for overseeing all financial operations, developing strategic financial plans, and ensuring the long-term financial health of the hotel.
Key responsibilities will include:

• Leading the development and implementation of the organization's financial strategy
• Oversee all financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, and treasury management
• Provide strategic financial input and leadership on decision-making issues affecting the organization
• Analyze financial data and present financial reports in an accurate and timely manner
• Manage the annual budgeting and planning process
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with senior executives to identify their financial needs and seek full range of business solutions
• Ensure compliance with Internal and external Audit, financial regulations and standards
• Optimize the handling of banking relationships and initiate appropriate strategies to enhance cash position
• Develop and implement financial controls and risk management procedures 
• Lead, mentor, and develop the Accounting team, fostering an inclusive high performing team culture of collaboration and excellence

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; MBA, CPA or CFA certification is a plus
• 10+ years of progressive experience in financial management, with at least 5 years in a similar senior leadership Accounting role in a hotel 
• Extensive experience in strategic financial planning, budgeting, and analysis
• Strong understanding of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and financial reporting standards
• Proven track record in managing and developing high-performing finance teams
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a detail-oriented approach
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with all levels of the organization
• Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems
• In-depth knowledge of corporate financial law and risk management practices
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Strong decision-making skills and ability to prioritize effectively
• Visionary mindset with the ability to align financial operations with organizational goals

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.