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Delaware North is seeking a Director, Global Accounting Operations to join our Global Accounting Services team based at our global headquarters in Buffalo, New York. The Director, Global Accounting Operations is responsible for leading process optimization, shared services centralization, and continuous improvement initiatives across the global accounting function. This role is a key leader in evolving Delaware North's finance shared services vision by identifying and transitioning field-based accounting activities into Global Accounting Services, strengthening finance operations through robust policies, procedures, and internal controls, and improving service delivery.
Pay
Minimum – Anticipated Maximum Base Salary: $178,400 - $224,700 / year
In addition to base salary, we offer an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based, uncapped sales incentive plan. The advertised pay range represents what we believe at the time of this job posting, that we would be willing to pay for this position. Only in special circumstances, where a candidate has education, training, or experience that far exceeds the requirements for the position, would we consider paying higher than the stated range. Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at https://careers.delawarenorth.com/benefits/.
What we offer
At Delaware North, we care about our team members' personal and professional journeys. These are just some of the benefits we offer:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with up to 4% company match
- Annual performance bonus based on level, as well as individual, company, and location performance
- Paid vacation days and holidays
- Paid parental bonding leave
- Tuition and/or professional certification reimbursement
- Generous friends-and-family discounts at many of our hotels and resorts
What will you do?
- Strengthen finance operations through development and oversight of policies, procedures, and a strong internal controls framework across core shared-services processes
- Lead the identification, evaluation, and transition of field-based accounting activities into Global Accounting Services to support shared services centralization, standardization, and operational efficiency
- Drive end-to-end process optimization across Record to Report, Procure to Pay, and Order to Cash to reduce barriers, improve accuracy, and support consistent service delivery
- Partner with Financial Systems and Accounting leaders to align process ownership, requirements, testing, issue resolution, and performance monitoring for finance technology changes and implementations
- Develop, implement, maintain, and oversee finance policies, procedures, and operating standards to support consistency, accountability, and a strong internal controls framework across finance operations
- Provide change management leadership for new processes, system enhancements, and organizational changes by facilitating cross-functional collaboration, training support, stakeholder alignment, and adoption planning
- Utilize key performance indicators, dashboards, analytics, and post-implementation reviews to measure operating effectiveness, identify risks, and drive continuous improvement
- Lead documentation, cross-training, and team capability development to reduce key-person dependency and support the continued evolution of Global Accounting Services as a Center of Excellence
More about you
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field is required; a master's degree is preferred.
- CPA required
- 10 years of progressive finance and accounting experience, including 7 years in public accounting, with a strong understanding of accounting operations, controls, and finance process design in a complex environment is required
- Leadership experience required
- Shared services, outsourcing, process improvement, or finance operations management experience is preferred
- Experience with ERP systems, OneStream, BlackLine, Alteryx, or similar tools preferred
- Experience with audit, SOX/internal controls, and governance frameworks, along with policy development, procedure governance, change management, and performance monitoring
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives across Accounting, Financial Systems, and business teams
- Experience leveraging data, reporting, analytics, and automation to improve finance process performance and operating insight
Who we are
Our business is all about people, and that includes you. At Delaware North, you’re not just part of a team — you’re part of a global legacy: a family-owned company with 100+ years of history behind it. Our operations span the world, offering you unique paths to growth and success.
Who says you can’t love where you work? With jobs in iconic sports arenas, stunning national parks, exciting casinos, and more, we pride ourselves on giving the world great times in great places. And whether you’re interested in restaurants, hotels, sports, gaming, operations, or retail, part-time or full-time, we’re invested in helping you achieve your career goals.
Together, we’re shaping the future of hospitality — come grow with us!
Delaware North, along with its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer, showcasing job opportunities and considering applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.
$178,400 - $224,700 / year
The opportunity
Delaware North is seeking a Director, Global Accounting Operations to join our Global Accounting Services team based at our global headquarters in Buffalo, New York. The Director, Global Accounting Operations is responsible for leading process optimization, shared services centralization, and continuous improvement initiatives across the global accounting function. This role is a key leader in evolving Delaware North's finance shared services vision by identifying and transitioning field-based accounting activities into Global Accounting Services, strengthening finance operations through robust policies, procedures, and internal controls, and improving service delivery.
Pay
Minimum – Anticipated Maximum Base Salary: $178,400 - $224,700 / year
In addition to base salary, we offer an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based, uncapped sales incentive plan. The advertised pay range represents what we believe at the time of this job posting, that we would be willing to pay for this position. Only in special circumstances, where a candidate has education, training, or experience that far exceeds the requirements for the position, would we consider paying higher than the stated range. Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at https://careers.delawarenorth.com/benefits/.
What we offer
At Delaware North, we care about our team members' personal and professional journeys. These are just some of the benefits we offer:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with up to 4% company match
- Annual performance bonus based on level, as well as individual, company, and location performance
- Paid vacation days and holidays
- Paid parental bonding leave
- Tuition and/or professional certification reimbursement
- Generous friends-and-family discounts at many of our hotels and resorts
What will you do?
- Strengthen finance operations through development and oversight of policies, procedures, and a strong internal controls framework across core shared-services processes
- Lead the identification, evaluation, and transition of field-based accounting activities into Global Accounting Services to support shared services centralization, standardization, and operational efficiency
- Drive end-to-end process optimization across Record to Report, Procure to Pay, and Order to Cash to reduce barriers, improve accuracy, and support consistent service delivery
- Partner with Financial Systems and Accounting leaders to align process ownership, requirements, testing, issue resolution, and performance monitoring for finance technology changes and implementations
- Develop, implement, maintain, and oversee finance policies, procedures, and operating standards to support consistency, accountability, and a strong internal controls framework across finance operations
- Provide change management leadership for new processes, system enhancements, and organizational changes by facilitating cross-functional collaboration, training support, stakeholder alignment, and adoption planning
- Utilize key performance indicators, dashboards, analytics, and post-implementation reviews to measure operating effectiveness, identify risks, and drive continuous improvement
- Lead documentation, cross-training, and team capability development to reduce key-person dependency and support the continued evolution of Global Accounting Services as a Center of Excellence
More about you
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field is required; a master's degree is preferred.
- CPA required
- 10 years of progressive finance and accounting experience, including 7 years in public accounting, with a strong understanding of accounting operations, controls, and finance process design in a complex environment is required
- Leadership experience required
- Shared services, outsourcing, process improvement, or finance operations management experience is preferred
- Experience with ERP systems, OneStream, BlackLine, Alteryx, or similar tools preferred
- Experience with audit, SOX/internal controls, and governance frameworks, along with policy development, procedure governance, change management, and performance monitoring
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives across Accounting, Financial Systems, and business teams
- Experience leveraging data, reporting, analytics, and automation to improve finance process performance and operating insight
Who we are
Our business is all about people, and that includes you. At Delaware North, you’re not just part of a team — you’re part of a global legacy: a family-owned company with 100+ years of history behind it. Our operations span the world, offering you unique paths to growth and success.
Who says you can’t love where you work? With jobs in iconic sports arenas, stunning national parks, exciting casinos, and more, we pride ourselves on giving the world great times in great places. And whether you’re interested in restaurants, hotels, sports, gaming, operations, or retail, part-time or full-time, we’re invested in helping you achieve your career goals.
Together, we’re shaping the future of hospitality — come grow with us!
Delaware North, along with its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer, showcasing job opportunities and considering applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.
$178,400 - $224,700 / year
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Which hospitality companies sponsor Green Card visas in New York?
Large hotel groups with a significant New York presence, including Marriott International, Hilton Hotels, Hyatt, and Four Seasons, have historically sponsored Green Cards for hospitality professionals. Independent luxury properties and restaurant groups in New York City also sponsor, particularly for specialized culinary or management talent. Sponsorship practices vary by employer, role level, and business need, so confirming directly with each employer is essential.
Which cities in New York have the most hospitality Green Card sponsorship jobs?
New York City concentrates the overwhelming majority of hospitality Green Card sponsorship activity in the state, particularly Manhattan, where luxury hotel density and high-volume food and beverage operations create consistent demand for skilled international talent. The Hamptons and Hudson Valley also see seasonal and year-round sponsorship for resort and hospitality management roles, though at lower volume than the city.
What types of hospitality roles typically qualify for Green Card sponsorship in New York?
Employers most commonly sponsor Green Cards for roles requiring specialized skills or management experience, including executive chefs, sous chefs, hotel general managers, food and beverage directors, and sommelier-level positions. Sponsorship is less common for entry-level or hourly roles. EB-3 is the most frequently used category for hospitality workers, while highly specialized culinary professionals may qualify under EB-1 or EB-2 in certain circumstances.
How do I find hospitality Green Card sponsorship jobs in New York?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international job seekers looking for visa sponsorship roles, including hospitality Green Card jobs in New York. You can filter by state, visa type, and industry to surface employers actively hiring and sponsoring in this category. Because Green Card sponsorship requires significant employer commitment, focusing your search on established hotel groups and large hospitality operators in New York City tends to yield the most relevant results.
Are there any New York-specific considerations for Green Card sponsorship in hospitality?
New York City's unionized hospitality sector adds a layer of complexity not present in most other states. Many hotel and food service workers in properties affiliated with unions like UNITE HERE operate under collective bargaining agreements, which can affect how employers structure sponsorship and hiring. Employers in New York are also subject to state labor law requirements that interact with the PERM labor certification process, so roles must still demonstrate that no qualified U.S. worker is available.
What is the prevailing wage for Green Card hospitality jobs in New York?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.