Dir, Finance | Columbia Hospitality - Residential

Director of Finance | Columbia Hospitality - Residential

Let’s start off with what’s most important-what’s in it for you:

The Perks

• Eligibility of perks is dependent upon job status
• Salary Range $110,000 - $140,000 annually depending on HOA experience level
• Incentive eligible
• Cellphone allowance
• Get Paid Daily (Make any day payday)
• Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay (Because Balance Matters)
• Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, 401K, HSA/FSA Plans
• Discounted Lodging, Dining, Spa, Golf, Retail & Partner Perks (Yes, Discounted Travel!)
• Task Force Work Opportunities (Grow your career in idyllic locations across the globe)
• Values Based Culture (#OMGLIFE)
• Culture Add (Creating Space for Fresh Perspectives)
• Referral Bonus (Get Paid to Recruit)
• Employee Assistance Program
• “Columbia Cares” Volunteer Opportunities
• Committee Participation Opportunities (Fun, Philanthropic, Diversity/Equity/Inclusion)
• Online Learning Platform to Help You Develop
  
  

Our Commitment to You:

“People never forget how you made them feel.” Maya Angelou’s famous statement serves as a rallying cry throughout Columbia Hospitality and fuels our collective drive - and success.”

Our people are our purpose, and our brand is our people. We seek extraordinary individuals who drive our brand promise of Creating Exceptional Experiences. We are a people-first organization, ignited from the inside to succeed on the outside. We are a tight-knit, inclusive, values-driven team and we trust one another to have each other’s backs. We show up every day with open hearts, an inclusive mindset, and a genuine respect for those around us. We have fun, grow together, and strive to leave a positive lasting impression on everyone we meet.

What Success Looks Like:

Your Impact

• Oversee financial reporting, audits, and compliance to ensure accuracy and transparency for the Residential vertical.
• Manage accounting processes, cash flow, and cost controls, ensuring fiscal responsibility and operational efficiency.
• Strong command of accounting principles: GAAP/IFRS knowledge is a must for financial compliance.
• Risk management expertise: Skilled in assessing and mitigating financial risks, including market trends, competition, and economic factors.
• On a monthly basis, maintain balance sheet analysis with full supporting detail and on an annual basis, supervise the preparation of annual audits and tax returns with external audit team.
• Ensure integrity and efficiency of computerized data processing functions.
• Ensure all financial reports, budgets, forecasts, and other information required by the company are accurately compiled and submitted within the specified time limits, identifying variances, and making recommendations for improvements as appropriate.
• Ensure adequate controls are installed and maintained for the protection of the property's assets against loss or misappropriation.
• Coach department heads regarding their financial responsibilities and effective financial management techniques including how to read, interpret and run financial reports available for their level.
  
  

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree (BA) in Business or Accounting from four-year college or university, or four years related experience and/or training. Master's degree and/or CPA is a plus
• Five years of accounting experience in the Hospitality/Residential Industry and/or CHAE certification is desired.
• Experience working with Board of Directors for residential communities
• Knowledge of pertinent federal, state, and county tax laws and filings
• Experience using different accounting software a plus.
• Well organized, detail oriented with excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work under time pressure and extensive hours.
• Have a professional, friendly, and enthusiastic demeanor.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, current on technology expertise and know-how. Superior Excel skills required.
• Budgeting in excel an asset and able to work with multiple community managers concurrently on the annual budget cycle
• Ability to demonstrate flexibility and be able to perform multiple tasks and work in stressful situations.
  
  

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Columbia Hospitality we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles.

The Fine Print

Columbia Hospitality, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive environment without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. We strive for excellence in every position within the company and select the most qualified people who embrace our service philosophy and these values.

Accountability | Creativity | Enthusiasm | Honesty | Inclusion | Respect

Columbia Hospitality is a national management and consulting company with more than 25 years of experience in creating hospitality solutions and delivering exceptional experiences. Our portfolio includes award-winning hotels and resorts, premier residential communities, restaurants and bars, private and public golf clubs, conference centers, and distinctive venues. Columbia Hospitality has been consistently recognized as one of the Top Companies to Work for in Washington by Seattle Business Magazine and Puget Sound Business Journal for their commitment to creating a fun, dynamic and nurturing work environment for team members.