Description:
Unique Hotels Attract Unique People.
At Portofino Hotel & Marina, we believe numbers tell a story—and the best stories are built by passionate people. As a proud Los Angeles Business Journal “Best Place to Work 2025”, we are looking for a Director of Finance who will bring both strategic insight and collaborative leadership to our team.
If you’re a financial leader who can balance precision with vision, and strategy with heart, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact while helping shape the future of our property.
As our financial strategist, business partner, and operational leader, you will guide the financial health of the property while supporting a culture of excellence:
Drive the Strategy:
Lead financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes that support business goals and long-term growth.
Own the Numbers:
Oversee financial reporting, audits, and compliance—ensuring accuracy, transparency, and accountability across all operations.
Optimize Performance:
Analyze financial results, identify opportunities to improve profitability, and implement strategies to reduce costs and maximize revenue.
Lead with Insight:
Partner with department leaders to provide guidance on labor management, expense control, and operational efficiency.
Strengthen Controls:
Ensure strong internal controls, balance sheet integrity, and compliance with all regulatory and company standards.
Elevate the Team:
Develop, mentor, and inspire a high-performing finance team while fostering collaboration across departments.
Support the Operation:
Oversee payroll and labor controls, monitor distribution channels, and contribute to revenue strategy and market positioning.
Requirements:
Who You Are
You’re a strategic and detail-oriented leader who:
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Has 8–10+ years of progressive finance/accounting experience, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role
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Has hospitality or service industry experience (highly preferred)
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Holds a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Hospitality, or related field (Master’s preferred)
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Brings strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
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Is highly proficient in financial systems, Excel, and reporting tools
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Communicates clearly and confidently with both financial and non-financial leaders
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Balances big-picture thinking with hands-on execution
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Leads with integrity, accountability, and a collaborative mindset
Portofino Hotel & Marina is your waterfront playground, complete with 161 guest rooms, Baleen restaurant, a 181-slip marina, and stunning event spaces. As part of Noble House Hotels & Resorts, we are proud to be recognized as one of L.A.’s Best Places to Work.
Our values guide everything we do:
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Come As You Are – We embrace authenticity
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Make Things Better – We continuously improve
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Stay A While – We create a sense of belonging
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Rooted in Family – We support one another
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Pay It Forward – We lead with kindness
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Happy to Help – We serve with heart
We believe in taking care of those who take care of our business:
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Performance-based bonus program
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Comprehensive health benefits
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401(k) with employer contributions
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Perks including cell phone, parking, and dry cleaning
The Director of Finance role is ideal for a leader who wants to combine strategic financial leadership with a people-first culture. Join us and help ensure our success continues to grow, both financially and culturally.
Noble House Hotels & Resorts are proud to encourage and support an environment where everyone can be a successful team member (come as they are) as their true authentic self. We are an equal opportunity workplace and employer that does not discriminate based on race, color, disability, gender/sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other protected status. We are committed to building a team (rooted in family) and a workplace where we are all able to be successful based solely on our individual qualifications, experience, abilities and job performance.
