Chief Financial Officer

Summary

Join Grand Welcome, a leading franchisor in the short-term vacation rental industry, as their new CFO. Reporting to the CEO, you will spearhead all financial activities, from planning and tracking to daily transaction oversight and strategic financial analysis. This remote position, with limited in-person travel, requires strategic financial management, developing accounting policies and internal controls, and managing the annual operating plan. You will also develop KPIs, analyze financial performance, and manage treasury functions. Collaboration with the CEO and leadership team is crucial, as is ensuring data reliability and compliance with financial and tax regulations. The role involves managing the finance team and overseeing audits.

Requirements

• Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or Finance
• Minimum 8-10 years of experience in financial management leadership with increasing responsibilities
• Experience working in Hospitality, Property Management or Real Estate
• Experience with Sage Intacct and Guesty PMS system
• Experience with franchising or multi-unit real estate
• Proficient in database and accounting computer application systems
• Hands-on experience developing and managing data analytics, dashboard and visualization tools
• Excellent management and supervisory skills
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Financial Modeling Skills

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic management of the finance function
• Develop and maintain accounting policies, standard operating procedures (SOP’s) and internal controls
• Develop and manage the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) process and ensure results relative to forecasts, budgets, and projections
• Develop KPI’s and provide detailed analysis of financial performance
• Treasury functions include detailed cash management and relationship management with banking and merchant account partners
• Partner with the CEO to develop and execute on business strategies that maximize the company’s enterprise value
• Be an active contributor on the leadership team
• Ensure data reliability and create a cadence for collecting and analyzing business financials from Franchise Owners
• Maintain a properly-skilled and sized team that allows the business to scale efficiently
• Direct the preparation of all financial statements including monthly reporting to the Board of Directors
• Liaise with and support sales, operations, and product development staff by providing financial information and analysis, as required
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal financial and tax reporting requirements
• Manage and oversee the annual audits, tax return preparation, and relationship with independent auditors

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Public Accountant designation preferred
• Preferred Short Term Rental industry experience

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Health, Dental, and Vision Coverages
• 401k with Match
• Career advancement opportunities
• All the equipment you’ll need to be successful