Director of Finance

Q Center

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Saint Charles, IL - USA

profile Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: 6 days ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Q Center is looking for a Director of Finance to join our team!

Who We Are

At Q Center we create exceptional experiences through seamless execution operational excellence and a commitment to service. As a full-service conference and event destination our success depends on strong cross-functional leadership financial discipline and strategic decision-making.

We believe great hospitality is powered by thoughtful strategy behind the scenes. Our leaders combine analytical rigor with operational partnership to ensure the business performs at the highest level financially and operationally.

If youre a strategic finance leader who thrives at the intersection of analytics operations and executive influence this is a role where your impact will be visible and measurable.

Whats the Role

As Director of Finance you are the strategic and operational financial leader for Q Center. You are responsible for safeguarding assets ensuring regulatory compliance driving profitability and delivering timely accurate financial reporting that informs executive decision-making.

This role goes beyond accounting oversight. You will serve as a key member of the executive leadership team partnering with department heads to translate financial insights into operational action. You will lead budgeting forecasting audits payroll internal controls capital planning and long-term financial strategy ensuring the organization is positioned for sustained performance and growth.

What Youll Do to Be Successful

1) Financial Strategy & Business Leadership

Develop and execute the organizations financial strategy aligned with Q Centers long-term business plan

Establish measurable financial metrics to evaluate efficiency profitability and operational effectiveness

Partner with department leaders to align financial goals with operational objectives

Provide strategic financial critiques and actionable recommendations to leadership

Drive profitability through cost controls revenue optimization and process improvements

Lead financial input for capital projects systems upgrades and major operational initiatives

2) Financial Operations & Reporting Excellence

Oversee all financial operations including payroll cash flow audits and regulatory compliance

Lead monthly and annual financial closings with accuracy and timeliness

Direct preparation of weekly monthly and annual financial reports forecasts and capital plans

Develop and manage property-wide operating budgets annual budgets and five-year operating and capital plans

Ensure all balance sheet accounts are reconciled monthly

Monitor and manage cash flow receivables payables and funding requirements

3) Compliance Controls & Risk Management

Ensure compliance with all federal state and local regulations including tax obligations payroll withholdings and hotel-related taxes

Maintain and audit internal controls including purchasing payroll inventory asset management and cash handling

Oversee regulatory licenses permits contracts leases and insurance renewals

Co-lead the annual renewal of Property Casualty and FinPro insurance programs

Safeguard owner and investor assets through prudent financial governance

4) Leadership & Organizational Effectiveness

Lead and develop the Finance department setting clear expectations and performance standards

Conduct performance reviews and mentor department managers

Drive cross-departmental collaboration to improve workflow and operational efficiency

Influence executive leadership through strong financial insight and communication

Foster a culture of accountability transparency and continuous improvement

What You Bring

Were seeking a strategic finance executive who combines technical expertise with business partnership and operational leadership.

Education & Experience

Bachelors degree in Finance Accounting or related field

Minimum 6 years of progressive financial leadership within a full-service hotel resort or comparable hospitality environment

Prior Director-level experience required

Proven success in budgeting forecasting capital planning and achieving financial performance targets

Deep knowledge of hospitality financial regulations and tax compliance

Technical & Leadership Skills

Advanced proficiency in financial systems and reporting tools

Exceptional analytical and problem-solving capabilities

Strong executive presence with the ability to influence across all organizational levels

High level of integrity and commitment to confidentiality

Ability to manage both strategic initiatives and operational detail

The Details

Reports To: General Manager Status: Exempt Physical Requirements: Primarily sedentary; extended hours may be required based on business needs

Rate: $130000/year Work Schedule: On-site generally a 45-hour workweek

Benefits Include:

Paid time off

401(K) with employer match

Holiday Pay

Medical Dental and Vision Insurance with Wellness Credits

Employee Assistance Program

Basic Life AD&D

Disability Benefits

Employee Meals

Our Commitment

At Q Center leadership is defined by accountability collaboration and measurable impact. We are committed to maintaining a professional and inclusive workplace where high standards ethical practices and operational excellence guide every decision.

As Director of Finance you wont just manage the numbers youll help shape the future performance and sustainability of the organization.

The Q Center:
Q Center is more than a conference center its an experience! With 40 years of experience in meeting planning and special event production Q Center has become an industry leader with boundless versatility and exceptional levels of service. As the largest full-service conference facilities in the Midwest our vast 150000 square-feet of IACC-certified meeting and event spaces regularly host a variety of occasions from large-scale Fortune 500 company meetings to small business training and special events like fundraisers and galas. One thing is for sure food and fun are abundant at Q Center for all to enjoy. From our 95 acres of recreational fun to exploring local sites and indulging in gourmet cuisine we aim to make every guest experience beyond expectations. Q Center isnt just for business meetings and conferences our multi-talented team and event space makes us one of the Midwests premier special event venues!
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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