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Prime Hospitality Group LLC · 1 day ago

Director of Finance

Indianapolis, IN

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

7+ years exp

Prime Hospitality Group LLC is a rapidly expanding company in the hospitality sector, known for its award-winning culture. The Multi-unit Director of Finance will drive financial success and operational efficiency across the restaurant and hotel locations, ensuring budget compliance and maximizing profitability.

Hospitality

No H1B

Responsibilities

Own all accounting operations for PHG’s restaurant and hotel locations across multiple states, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements

Establish and maintain strong internal controls, close processes, and financial standards across the portfolio

Serve as the primary escalation point for complex accounting, reporting, and operational finance issues

Lead the month-end close process using Restaurant365, including reconciliations, reviews, and variance analysis

Prepare and oversee financial statements, audits, ERISA reporting, and required regulatory filings

Lead, develop, and hold accountable the Restaurant Accounting team, with a strong focus on coaching, structure, and skill-building

Create clear expectations, documentation, and repeatable processes to support a growing and developing team

Foster a culture of learning, ownership, and psychological safety within the finance function

Partner with payroll to ensure accurate and timely biweekly payroll processing

Act as a trusted financial partner to General Managers and operational leaders

Translate financial results into clear, actionable insights related to labor, food cost, cash flow, and profitability

Lead regular financial review meetings with GMs and regional leadership, driving accountability and follow-through

Coach GMs on financial fundamentals with an approachable, hospitality-centered leadership style

Support unit-level problem solving, including performance improvement and financial decision-making

Own cash flow management, forecasting, and ongoing financial planning processes

Lead the annual budgeting process in close partnership with operations and leadership

Manage reforecasting, scenario planning, and performance tracking throughout the year

Develop and monitor key performance indicators, providing variance analysis tied to recommended actions

Oversee inventory controls, cost management, and margin protection initiatives

Ensure strong cash handling, deposit, and loss prevention practices across all locations

Administer and maintain restaurant systems reporting and ticketing platforms

Work with state and local municipalities on personal property tax audits, permits, and licenses

Support capital expenditure planning, remodels, and unit-level financial modeling as needed

Lead with a service-oriented mindset that reflects PHG’s commitment to hospitality, respect, and teamwork

Build trust and credibility with field leaders through consistency, clarity, and follow-through

Balance high standards with empathy and support, particularly in high-pressure operational environments

Be a visible and engaged leader across locations, with willingness to travel as needed

Qualification

CPAFinancial leadershipBudgetingForecastingMulti-unit finance experienceRestaurant365Analytical skillsTeam leadershipCommunication skillsProblem-solvingOrganizational skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required

7 to 10 years of progressive finance or accounting experience within multi-unit restaurant, hospitality, or retail environments

Demonstrated experience leading and developing teams with varying levels of technical maturity, including building structure, clarity, and confidence in relatively junior teams

Proven ability to partner closely with operational leaders, particularly General Managers, translating financial data into practical, operational guidance

Strong working knowledge of restaurant and hospitality financial drivers, including labor management, cost of goods, inventory controls, and cash flow

Hands-on experience with budgeting, forecasting, reforecasting, and variance analysis in a multi-location environment

Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify trends, assess risk, and recommend clear actions

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain financial concepts in a way that is approachable, respectful, and actionable for non-finance leaders

High level of organization and follow-through, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, operationally driven environment

Leadership style grounded in accountability, collaboration, and service to the business, with the ability to hold standards while building trust