Director of Finance

Mama Shelter is heading to Downtown Los Angeles! This vibrant, new hotel offers 140+ eclectic rooms and suites, and multiple restaurants, including a rooftop bar. Located in the Fashion District, guests will enjoy easy access to some of LA's most dynamic neighborhoods and attractions.

Founded in 2008 by Serge Trigano and his sons Jérémie and Benjamin (co-founders of Club Med), Mama Shelter is a creator of living spaces and a daily director!

These are atypical places, where everyone feels at home, places born of a blend of influences, freedoms, sensations and emotions. Each Mama tells the story of the city in which it is located, and all influences blend together. We offer our guests a joyful atmosphere and exceptional service at an affordable price. 

More than just rooms and restaurants, Mama Shelter is a dynamic, a vibe: they are true urban refuges, not only aesthetically pleasing and modern but also popular, welcoming and sexy.

Whatever your role, we're all here to make the customer experience as unforgettable as possible. 

Our mission: to bring little moments of happiness to people.

Our growth has enabled us to offer our teams great career paths through internal development and international mobility, and it's not a question of diplomas or years of experience.

Would you like to be part of the opening of our Mama Shelter in Downtown Los Angeles!?

THE MISSION?

Welcome to Mama Shelter, where the numbers are as essential as the vibes! As our Director of Finance, you’ll be at the heart of the action, orchestrating all the financial matters behind the scenes. 🧮✨

Here’s what you’ll be responsible for:

• Guardian of the Numbers: From accounting, reporting, forecasting, budgeting, and treasury to taxation, you’ll keep everything in perfect balance. Think of yourself as the financial superhero, making sure that every detail is under control and no number is left behind. 🧐
• Master of Financial Statements: You’re an expert when it comes to balance sheets, profit & loss statements, and cash flow management. You’ll keep those balance sheet reconciliations spotless and audit-ready and ensure all financial data is clean, accurate, and compliant – everything runs like a well-oiled machine. 🛠️💼
• Revenue & Cost Optimizer: You’ll play a key role in boosting both revenue and cost-efficiency, providing detailed reports and analysis that help steer the ship towards financial success. 📈
• Bridge Builder: You’ll be the bridge between finance, operations, Ennismore regional support, and the hotel owner. 🤝
• Forecasting Guru: You excel at managing budgets and forecasts, making sure our financial planning stays on track and nothing is overlooked.
• Accounting Maestro: You’ll handle daily, and monthly accounting tasks related to income control – from sales journal prep, and revenue control to account reconciliations, cash management, and following up on receivables. 💼
• Cash Flow Commander: You’ll be in charge of cash control, ensuring that accounts payable and receivables are kept in tip-top shape at all times. 💰
• Compliance Officer: You’ll ensure strict compliance with accounting policies, internal controls, licenses, permits, leases, contracts, legal agreements, and all operational taxes. You’ll champion risk management, support audits, and keep everything squeaky clean and regulation-ready — all while advising and guiding management to enforce these standards across the property.
• Leader with Passion: You’ll guide and develop the Mama Finance team, helping them grow and succeed as part of the bigger picture. 🙏  You’ll inspire across departments, support operational leaders, and work hand-in-hand with the Executive Committee and Ennismore support teams to ensure the property runs like a perfectly tuned financial engine.

MADE FOR YOU? ONLY IF…

• You bring 5+ years’ experience in senior finance positions within the hospitality industry. 🏨
• You’re well-versed in Los Angeles’ financial landscape — from local ordinances and compliance requirements to the unique complexities of operating in the LA market. ☀️
• You juggle priorities and multiple projects with ease. You’re organized and always on top of things (no chaos here!). ⏰
• You love numbers – and they love you back. 😍🥰
• You’re a people person with the ability to collaborate across departments while keeping everything running like clockwork. 💬
• You respect confidentiality – what happens at Mama, stays at Mama! 🕵️‍♂️
• You pay attention to detail: you catch every error, every penny, and every decimal point. 👀
• You live, breathe, and dream in Excel – it’s your daily tool for reporting and calculations. You’ve mastered every formula. 💻
• You inspire with high energy, genuine motivation, and a leadership style that brings out everyone’s best.
• Action-oriented, you get your hands dirty and believe that participative management is the key to success. 
• You know how to handle pressure and stress (Master Yoda taught you everything you need to know). 🧘‍♂️
• Your passion for hospitality shows in everything you do—you create guest-centered experiences and inspire your team to do the same.
• You are highly responsible, reliable and ethical. A reputation for honesty and integrity.

YOUR LITTLE EXTRAS :

• You’ve been part of a hotel opening before and know what it takes to make the numbers work in the early stages of launching a new property. 🏨
• You’re familiar with Opera and Sun Systems software.
• You’re as vibrant as you are meticulous – balance is key! ⚖️

OUR LITTLE EXTRAS ARE:

• The chance to challenge the norm and work in an environment that is both creative and rewarding.
• A competitive package and plenty of opportunity for development.
• Offers on various Mama and Ennismore Group restaurants and hotels 🍕🛏
• Discover worldwide benefits with the Accor Heartist benefits 🌎🔓
• Discounts so crazy Mama products are jealous 🧡🛍
• A free night at Mama when you join: the chance to experience Mama as a customer!
• And of course, a team bursting with energy and passion to welcome you 💥

The annual base salary for this role is starting at $185,000.

Mama Shelter Downtown LA is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. Mama is an inclusive company, and our ambition is to recruit and promote diverse talent.

Mama Shelter is part of Ennismore, a creative hotel group rooted in cultures and destinations, with a global portfolio of brands. Ennismore is a joint venture with Accor, founded in 2021.