Chief Financial Officer - Guest Services #0610

Our client, a well-established guest services enterprise operating in Puerto Rico, is searching for a dynamic and forward-thinking Chief Financial Officer to strengthen their executive leadership team. This opportunity allows the right professional to influence fiscal strategy, drive operational efficiencies, and champion business development in a vibrant and progressive environment. The ideal professional will possess a distinguished history of financial stewardship, robust commercial expertise, and competency in navigating both Puerto Rican and U.S. federal regulatory landscapes.

Core Duties

• Spearhead the development and execution of fiscal strategies, annual budgets, financial projections, and analytical models aligned with corporate objectives
• Champion ongoing enhancement of accounting procedures, technology platforms, and analytical reporting functions
• Build, coach, and strengthen the finance department to enhance organizational competency and performance
• Manage relationships with financial institutions, lending facilities, and capital funding agreements
• Supervise comprehensive financial functions encompassing general ledger management, FP&A activities, cash management, tax adherence, and governance frameworks
• Deliver strategic fiscal guidance while collaborating with executive colleagues to advance corporate priorities and sustainable expansion plans
• Partner with operational leaders across the organization to deliver financial intelligence that shapes strategic choices
• Maintain adherence to all applicable federal, commonwealth, and municipal legal obligations, including jurisdiction-specific tax advantage initiatives
• Coordinate audit engagements and cultivate productive partnerships with independent auditors and professional consultants
• Direct fiscal risk mitigation, liquidity enhancement, and investment allocation approaches
• Produce precise and prompt financial documentation, analytical reports, and executive briefings for key stakeholders and management

Requirements

• Demonstrated achievement in comprehensive financial planning, budget creation, and performance forecasting
• Extensive familiarity with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, financial disclosure standards, and regulatory adherence
• Proven background in the service sector or comparable industries
• Superior analytical, critical thinking, and judgment capabilities
• 10 or more years of advancing finance leadership responsibilities, including a minimum of five years in executive finance capacity (CFO, Finance VP, or Controller level)
• Comprehensive knowledge of commonwealth tax legislation, economic incentive schemes, and commercial regulations
• Competency with financial management systems, enterprise resource planning solutions, and sophisticated spreadsheet applications
• Track record managing fiscal operations for enterprises generating $50M or greater in annual revenue
• Fluency in both English and Spanish languages (oral and written communication)
• Strong leadership qualities with documented success cultivating and directing exceptional teams
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related discipline
• Thorough understanding of federal and U.S. taxation statutes, regulatory frameworks, and compliance mandates
• Active CPA, CMA, or comparable professional credential
• Outstanding communication and presentation abilities, capable of translating sophisticated financial concepts for non-finance audiences

Preferred Additional Qualifications

• Knowledge of Act 60 provisions (previously Acts 20/22) and additional Puerto Rico economic development programs
• Advanced degree (MBA or Master's) in Finance, Accounting, or related concentration
• Track record implementing or enhancing ERP infrastructure and financial technology solutions
• Professional services firm or advisory consulting background
• Experience with corporate transactions, financial due diligence, or organizational integration projects
• Prior engagement with private equity firms, institutional investors, or governing boards
• Exposure to multi-site or multi-entity corporate frameworks

Benefits

• Base Salary: $200,000 - $250,000 per year (aligned with expertise and background)
• Incentive Compensation: Discretionary annual merit-based bonus opportunity

Benefits Portfolio:

• Full medical coverage
• Company-sponsored retirement program with matching contributions
• Paid Time Away: Competitive vacation and leave allocation consistent with Puerto Rico labor standards

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