Director of Finance and Accounting

Hotel Brand: InterContinental
Location: United States, Georgia, Atlanta

Hotel: Buckhead Atlanta (ATLBH), 3315 Peachtree Rd. Ne, 30326

Job number: 155988

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Do You See Yourself as a Director of Finance and Accounting?

Begin Your Next Chapter at InterContinental® Buckhead Atlanta — A Beacon of Luxury Where Southern Sophistication Meets International Allure

At IHG, we’re passionate about you! Whether your interests lie in sports, travel, music, or mastering your craft, we believe that the same passion you bring to your personal life should fuel your professional one. We're looking for people who put guests at the center of everything they do—people who are curious, confident, and committed. If that sounds like you, consider joining the team at InterContinental® Buckhead Atlanta.

About InterContinental® Buckhead Atlanta

InterContinental Buckhead Atlanta hotel is where Southern sophistication meets international allure. Elevate your stay in a stylish guest room or suite, enjoy exclusive amenities in the Club Lounge, and savor flavorful dishes at The Americano, Atlanta’s first Italian steakhouse. From indulgent spa services and state-of-the-art pool and fitness to exquisite events in two grand ballrooms or 22 modern meeting rooms, you’ll experience reimagined luxury in Atlanta’s prestigious Buckhead neighborhood. We are beyond honored to announce that InterContinental Buckhead Atlanta has been ranked the #1 Top Hotel in Atlanta by the readers of Travel + Leisure.

Your Role: Director of Finance and Accounting

A little taste of your day-to-day:

Bottom line? We’re looking for a new Director of Finance and Accounting comfortable with balancing the books when it comes to managing the needs of owners, auditors and regulatory agencies while also monitoring and improving hotel profitability. In return, we’ll put our financial operations and the security of our hotel assets in your expert hands.

Every day is different, but you’ll mostly be:

● Managing and coaching your team to ensure the right person is always on the right task

● Setting exceptional accounting practice standards and ensuring financial control procedures remain ethical and legal

● Maximizing financial returns through financial analysis, data trends and market information – while budgeting accordingly

● Enhancing the guest experience through improved payment options, inventory controls and financial dispute resolution

● Supervising a number of clerical accounting employees across a range of functions – from Accounts Payable to Purchasing and Payroll.

What We need from you:

● Bachelor’s degree / higher education qualification / equivalent in Accounting and Finance  

● 4-8 years’ experience in hotel accounting or auditing with at least one year in an Assistant Controller or similar supervisory role, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience 

● Knowledge of accounting management duties e.g., negotiating hotel space and tenant leases, processing payroll, performing asset management duties, providing business projections, displacement analysis, preparing government reports, filing tax returns etc

● Professional accounting or finance designation or certification preferred  

● Must speak local language(s)

● Other languages beneficial

What We Offer

At InterContinental Buckhead Atlanta, we recognize that our leaders are the heartbeat of our hotel. That’s why we offer a robust benefits and compensation package tailored to high-impact professionals:

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
Matching 401(k) retirement plan
Generous paid vacation, holidays, and wellness days
Complimentary dry cleaning and staff meals
Global hotel discounts with IHG Employee Room Benefit Program
A dynamic and respected Executive Committee team environment
Most importantly — Room to Lead with Purpose and Grow with Passion
The salary range for this role is $130k to $150k. This job is also eligible for bonus pay.

Our Promise of True Hospitality

At IHG, we’re guided by our promise of True Hospitality for Good—for our guests, our colleagues, our communities, and the planet. You’ll thrive here if you:

Show We Care – You listen, respond, and act with genuine empathy.
Aim Higher – You challenge the status quo and embrace strategic risk.
Celebrate Difference – You value diverse perspectives and inclusive leadership.
Do the Right Thing – You lead with integrity and humility.
Work Better Together – You collaborate across departments, cultures, and disciplines.

Ready to Shape the Future of Finance Leadership?

If you're a thoughtful strategist, passionate collaborator, and inspiring leader, we invite you to make your mark at InterContinental Buckhead Atlanta.

IHG is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive environment for all—because hospitality begins with humanity.

Apply now and be part of the story that defines global luxury.

Who we are

As the world’s first and most global luxury hotel brand, InterContinental Hotels & Resorts has pioneered international travel since the 1940s, we are passionate about sharing our renowned international know-how and cultural wisdom in truly impressive surroundings. We all take great pride in being genuine ambassadors of the InterContinental®️ brand and to be part of the brand you will have a thirst for travel, passion for culture and appreciation for diversity. We create inspiring experiences for those seeking a richer perspective on the world. If you’d like to embrace a world of opportunities, we’d like to welcome you to the world’s most international luxury hotel brand.

Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.

Important information:

The salary range listed is the lowest to highest pay scale we, in good faith, believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee’s pay position within the pay range will be based on several factors, including relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs.
No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until it is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or other form of compensation allocable to a particular employee remain in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.
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