Senior Assistant Director of Finance and Accounting

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The Senior Assistant Director of Finance and Accounting supports the property’s financial leadership and daily accounting operations. Requirements typically include a bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business, or a related field, along with several years of hotel finance experience and strong knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, internal controls, payroll, and regulatory compliance. Hospitality systems experience and professional accounting credentials are advantageous. The successful candidate is expected to lead and develop the finance team, produce accurate and timely reports, safeguard company assets, support audits, partner with department leaders, and provide practical financial guidance to management. Strong communication, organization, discretion, analytical ability, and familiarity with luxury hotel operations are essential.

About the employer

The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua is a luxury oceanfront resort on Maui’s northwest coast, operated by Marriott International under the Ritz-Carlton brand. The resort is known for refined guest service, spacious accommodations, Hawaiian-inspired experiences, restaurants, spa facilities, meeting venues, and access to beaches, golf, and nature around Kapalua. As part of Marriott, employees generally have access to structured training, career development, hotel associate benefits, and opportunities to transfer within a large international hospitality network. The property serves leisure travelers, groups, weddings, and high-end vacation guests, creating a professional environment where service standards, cultural awareness, environmental responsibility, and financial discipline are important. Finance leaders work closely with executive management and operating departments to maintain profitability while protecting the guest experience and the resort’s luxury positioning.