Director of Financial Planning & Analysis

Highgate Hotels Highgate is a leading real estate investment and hospitality management company with over $15 billion of assets under management and a global portfolio of more than 400 hotels spanning North America, Europe, the Caribbean, and Latin America.

Highgate Corporate Offices Irving, TX

The Director of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) serves as a strategic partner to executive leadership, driving financial performance and operational excellence across the full-service hotel management division. This role leads budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis for a diverse portfolio of properties, delivering actionable insights that inform key business decisions. The Director will champion data-driven strategies, optimize profitability, and foster a culture of financial discipline and continuous improvement.

• Lead the FP&A function for the full-service division, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives.
• Drive annual budgeting and forecasting processes, providing clear guidance and strategic recommendations.
• Analyze financial trends, run rates, and key performance drivers; recommend actions to enhance profitability.
• Partner with executive leadership to support long-term financial planning and growth initiatives.
• Compile and report on company KPIs for assigned hotel assets, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Conduct financial review meetings with stakeholders to communicate performance insights and opportunities.
• Prepare ad hoc analyses and reports for the Executive Team and C-Suite as needed.
• Monitor competitive set performance and industry trends to inform strategic decisions.
• Oversee administration of BI applications, including user access, templates, and data accuracy.
• Ensure proper reconciliation between accounting systems and BI platforms.
• Distribute daily and weekly revenue and labor reports; safeguard owner-requested financial data.
• Manage and mentor a team of Financial Analysts, fostering professional growth and high performance.
• Provide training and refresher sessions for end users on financial systems and reporting tools.
• Collaborate with Accounting and Operations teams on financial commentary and flex/flow analysis.
• Prepare special reports and statements as requested.
• Lead special projects and initiatives to improve financial processes and outcomes.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of hospitality-related FP&A experience.
• Strong understanding of hotel operations and P&L management.
• Expertise in the Uniform System of Accounts for the Lodging Industry (11th & 12th Edition).
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, financial modeling, and BI tools.
• Exceptional analytical, organizational, and communication skills; ability to influence at all levels.
• Flexibility to work weekends and holidays as needed.