Director Financial Systems

Highgate 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. www.highgate.com

Highgate Corporate Offices Irving, TX

Reporting to the VP, Financial Systems Optimization & Training, the Director, Financial Systems will play a critical role in the day-to-day management and optimization of the company's financial systems. This individual will serve as a hands-on leader responsible for executing system improvement initiatives, supporting technology implementations, and delivering training programs that enhance the finance team's capabilities. The Director will work closely with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure financial systems operate efficiently, maintain data integrity, and align with organizational goals.

Support VP of Financial Systems Optimization & Training and Business System Owners with the day-to-day operations, maintenance, and optimization of financial systems including Oracle Fusion ERP, Blackline, BirchStreet, Apex Supplier Portal, Dayforce GL, and other SOC1 in-scope applications.
• Execute financial systems optimization initiatives as directed by the VP, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on financial system functionality, configuration, and best practices.
• Design, develop, and deliver training programs and materials for finance team members on existing and newly implemented systems.
• Perform quarterly user reviews for all systems in-scope of SOC1 audit, and remediate as necessary
• Partner with IT, finance, and operations teams to troubleshoot system issues, implement enhancements, and ensure data accuracy and security.
• Support the evaluation and implementation of new financial technologies and system upgrades.
• Act as a key liaison with field employees to identify on-property system issues and develop solutions through process improvements or targeted training.
• Assist in change management efforts related to system rollouts, upgrades, and process changes.
• Monitor system performance metrics and prepare reports to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and relevant external regulations across all financial systems.
• Contribute to the development and documentation of standard operating procedures and system governance frameworks

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business, information systems, or a related field (advanced degree a plus).
• 5+ years of experience in financial systems administration, optimization, or a related role, preferably within the hospitality industry.
• Strong working knowledge of Oracle Fusion ERP, Blackline, BirchStreet, Apex Supplier Portal, Dayforce GL, and other SOC1 in-scope systems is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience managing system implementations, upgrades, or optimization projects.
• Strong understanding of financial processes, internal controls, and data governance.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical audiences.
• Proven ability to develop and deliver effective training programs.
• Analytical mindset with a focus on data-driven problem solving and continuous improvement.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Position will be based in the corporate office in Irving, TX.
• Position will require 10% - 15% travel.