Description We are looking for a skilled and strategic Director of Finance to oversee financial operations for a hospitality client focused on hotels and food & beverage. This is a contract position based in New York, New York, offering an opportunity to lead a talented finance team while managing accounting oversight, budgets, reporting, and forecasting. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in financial management and a collaborative approach to drive organizational success. Responsibilities: • Manage and oversee the preparation of annual budgets and ensure alignment with organizational goals. • Supervise month-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with standards. • Lead financial reporting activities, delivering timely and insightful analysis to support decision-making. • Develop and maintain cash flow forecasts to ensure financial stability and effective resource allocation. • Collaborate with team members, including bookkeepers, area accounting managers, and finance consultants, to streamline operations. • Utilize QuickBooks for corporate financial management and M3 for property-specific accounting. • Implement and refine budget processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy. • Work closely with stakeholders in the hospitality and design sectors to align financial strategies with business objectives. • Manage and optimize the use of tools such as Google Docs and Excel for financial documentation and reporting. Requirements • Proven experience in financial leadership roles, preferably within the hospitality or design industries. • Strong expertise in annual budgeting, month-end close processes, and financial reporting. • Proficiency in cash flow forecasting and budget process optimization. • Advanced knowledge of QuickBooks and M3 accounting systems. • Familiarity with tools like Google Docs and Excel for financial analysis and reporting. • Exceptional team leadership and collaboration skills. • Ability to deliver strategic insights through financial data analysis. • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field; advanced certifications are a plus. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .