Financial Analyst

Highgate Hotels 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. With a 30‑year track record as an innovator in the hospitality industry, this forward‑thinking company provides expert guidance through all stages of the property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition. Highgate continues to demonstrate success in developing a diverse portfolio of bespoke lifestyle hotel brands, legacy brands, and independent hotels and resorts, featuring contemporary programming and digital acumen. The company utilizes industry‑leading revenue management tools that efficiently identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive outperformance and maximize asset value. With an executive team of seasoned hospitality leaders and corporate offices worldwide, Highgate is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands. Location The Elser Hotel & Residences is a 49-story luxury condominium hotel located in Downtown Miami. The newly completed tower offers 646 fully furnished rooms/residences, over 19,000 square feet of curated amenities and 5,000 square feet of prime retail space. Named after the iconic Elser Pier, this property continues the tradition of the locality. Overview The Financial Analyst reports to the Director of Finance and is responsible for timely preparation, review and distribution of the monthly forecasts as well as the annual budget. The position works closely with the revenue management team, operations team, and accounting teams to analyze trends and provide useful information on the portfolio’s financial performance so that real‑time decisions can be made more effectively. This is an onsite position in Miami, FL. Responsibilities Timely conduct analysis of revenues and expenses (variable and fixed overhead), comparing actuals against budget, forecast, and prior year. Collaborate with leaders to identify opportunities for cost reductions and savings relative to budget and the most recent forecast. Compile and analyze financial reports to search for discrepancies that require senior management’s attention, ensuring discrepancies are discussed and real‑time improvements are implemented, including updates to the monthly forecast. Continually build useful analysis reports using company systems to help the team analyze and gain efficiencies. Ensure forecasting accuracy is achieved. Coordinate and serve as the point person for the annual budget process, heavily coordinating with all departments on the portfolio. Proactively analyze weekly A/R reports to minimize financial risk, and communicate all A/R issues and developments to management. Exercise tact and good judgment in employee communications while maintaining professionalism in difficult situations. Assist with special projects, including audit support as needed. Qualifications At least 4 years in financial forecasting and budgeting in a service‑based industry; hospitality or F&B industry experience strongly preferred. Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting preferred. Experience within Oracle platform, specifically the PBCS module. Working knowledge of general accounting principles. High degree of accuracy and attention to detail. Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and work independently with minimal supervision. Outstanding critical‑thinking and analytical skills. Strong desire to find value‑added information in the details. Excellent analytical and Excel skills. Positive and proactive attitude, able to establish and maintain effective working relationships, often with key senior leadership. Ability to perform in a fast‑paced environment and meet deadlines. Ability to work overtime as necessary to complete assigned duties. #J-18808-Ljbffr