AREA DIRECTOR OF FINANCE

Reports to the General Manager, the position is exempt

YOUR SEARCH

Looking for a Finance role where you’re valued for who you are—and where your growth doesn’t have to wait years? If you’re based in (or open to relocating to) a vibrant Midwest city like Des Moines, Omaha, or Kansas City, we’d love to connect.

THE ROLE

Surety Hotel is seeking an Area Director of Finance to lead all accounting and financial operations for our 137‑room Autograph Collection hotel in downtown Des Moines. With Aparium’s expanding portfolio, this role includes a defined growth path to expand oversight to the Millwork Hotel in Omaha (opening in 2027).

As Millwork comes online, this position will assume area‑level responsibility for both Surety Hotel and Millwork Hotel, providing financial leadership in Des Moines and Omaha.

This position serves as a key business partner to the General Manager, Executive Committee, and Aparium Finance team—balancing strategic financial leadership with hands‑on execution. You will be the go‑to resource for financial guidance, compliance, and education across the hotel.

What You'll Do

• Lead and oversee all hotel accounting and finance functions, ensuring GAAP compliance and alignment with AHLA Uniform System of Accounts
• Prepare and manage budgets, forecasts, cash flow, and financial analysis
• Partner with hotel leadership and Aparium Finance to drive sound, data‑informed decisions
• Ensure compliance with SOX, PCI, tax, and all regulatory and corporate requirements
• Manage audits, contracts, owner reporting, and vendor relationships
• Develop, coach, and mentor finance team members while supporting financial literacy across departments
• Serve as a visible, collaborative leader with a strong presence in hotel operations
  
  

Who You Are

• A strategic thinker who is also comfortable rolling up your sleeves
• Collaborative, approachable, and trusted by leaders and associates alike
• Passionate about people, culture, and building inclusive, high‑performing teams
• Able to balance financial discipline with hospitality, service, and human connection
  
  

What You'll Need

• 5+ years of progressive accounting or finance leadership experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Hospitality (preferred)
• Hotel accounting experience and familiarity with AHLA standards strongly preferred
• Flexibility to support month‑end and business needs
  
  

WHY SURETY + MILLWORK + APARIUM

At Aparium, we believe hotels should reflect the people, place, and character of the communities they serve. Located in a restored 1913 landmark, Surety Hotel blends independent spirit with world‑class hospitality. We are deeply committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and creating a workplace where people truly belong.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Aparium Hospitality Services celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment, and a sense of belonging for all employees. We do not discriminate and believe every individual should be proud of who they are, where they come from, and take pride in who we serve. Aparium is an E-Verify employer.