Confidential Club | Florida
Director of Finance

About the Club
This highly regarded private golf club is recognized for delivering an exceptional golf and social experience within an atmosphere of casual elegance, personalized service, and strong member engagement. The Club is known for its commitment to quality, financial stewardship, and a culture that values both tradition and continuous improvement.

Situated in one of Florida’s premier Gulf Coast communities along the Sarasota Coast, the Club enjoys a thriving year-round population, exceptional quality of life, strong economic growth, and access to world-class arts, dining, recreation, and coastal amenities. The area continues to attract both seasonal and full-time residents seeking an active lifestyle and outstanding community experiences.

The Club offers a premier championship golf experience, a vibrant social calendar, multiple dining venues, fitness amenities, and a year-round membership experience. Membership is intentionally limited to preserving accessibility, camaraderie, and an exceptional member experience. The Club maintains a strong financial position, an active and engaged membership, and a thoughtful approach to long-term planning and capital investment.

Significant capital improvements are planned over the coming year. These initiatives position the Club for continued success and create an outstanding opportunity for a finance professional seeking a strategic leadership role within a highly respected private club environment.

The Club at a Glance

• Annual Dues Revenue: $8 million
• Total Food Revenue: $1,800,000
• Total Beverage Revenue: $950,000
• Carts and Greens Revenue: $1.5 million
• Employees: 125 year-round
• Championship golf course
• Multiple dining venues
• Fitness center
• Active year-round social calendar

About the Position
The Director of Finance serves as a key member of the senior leadership team and is responsible for overseeing all accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, internal controls, human resources administration, insurance administration, and information systems oversight for the Club.

Reporting directly to the General Manager, the Director of Finance works closely with Club leadership, department heads, and the Finance Committee to provide strategic financial guidance and ensure the organization’s long-term financial health. This position offers the opportunity to play a significant role in financial planning, capital project oversight, technology initiatives, process improvement, and organizational decision-making.

The successful candidate will be a highly organized, detail-oriented financial leader who combines strong technical accounting skills with strategic thinking, excellent communication abilities, and a commitment to service excellence.

What You’ll Do

• Lead all accounting and financial operations of the Club
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and internal controls
• Prepare monthly financial statements, variance analyses, and management reports
• Partner with department heads to improve financial performance and accountability
• Manage payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, inventory reporting, and fixed assets
• Coordinate annual audits, tax filings, and regulatory compliance requirements
• Oversee banking relationships, cash management, and financial safeguards
• Support capital planning, cash flow forecasting, and long-term financial strategy
• Administer employee benefits, insurance programs, and HR-related compliance functions
• Lead technology and accounting system initiatives across the Club
• Develop dashboards, KPIs, and reporting tools to support management decision-making
• Supervise accounting staff and foster a culture of professionalism and accountability

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• CPA, CHAE, or similar professional certification preferred
• Minimum of seven years of progressive accounting and financial leadership experience
• Private club, hospitality, resort, nonprofit, or related experience preferred
• Strong financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and analytical skills
• Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency
• Experience with accounting, financial reporting, and club management software systems
• Human resources and benefits administration experience
• Exceptional communication and leadership abilities
• Strong integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail
• Ability to serve as a strategic business partner to the General Manager, Board, and department leaders

Apply for This Position
Interested candidates should complete the online candidate profile form and submit a compelling cover letter and resume for consideration to DENEHY Club Thinking Partners at http://denehyctp.com/apply-for-a-position/. If you have any questions or to recommend a candidate, please contact Mark Sell at 203 319 8228 or by email at mark@denehyctp.com.