Director of Internal Audit

Auberge Collection is a portfolio of extraordinary hotels, resorts, residences, and private clubs. While each property is unique, all share a crafted approach to luxury and bring the soul of the locale to life through captivating design, exceptional cuisine, and spas, and gracious yet unobtrusive service. With 30 hotels and resorts across three continents, Auberge invites guests to create unforgettable stories in some of the world’s most desirable destinations. Please visit aubergeresorts.com to learn more about our Collection. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram: @AubergeResorts and #AlwaysAuberge.

GENERAL
● An audit professional with over three (5) years of experience as a Director of Internal Audit.
● Demonstrates organizational leadership with the ability to influence peers, management, and executive
leadership positively.
● An effective communicator in both verbal and written forms, capable of translating complex audit
findings into practical, operationally relevant solutions.
● Broad experience, with a hospitality focus preferred but not required.
● A demonstrable track record of leading risk-based audit plans, enhancing control environments, and
supporting operational excellence.
● Is respected by executive leadership, peers, and subordinates for sound judgment and a collaborative
approach.
● Is capable of writing policies and procedures to address operational risks and new technologies.
● Exposure to hospitality-specific transactions, including property acquisitions, dispositions, management
transactions, and refinancing activities.

SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT
● Fully understands the application of US GAAP, International Financial Reporting Standards (“IFRS”), and
the Uniform System of Accounts (“USALI”) in hospitality accounting operations.
● A certified public accountant (“CPA”) or certified internal auditor (“CIA”).
● Previous experience in public accounting or internal audit that relies on developing and testing of SOX
404 internal controls.
● Deep familiarity with internal controls over financial reporting, including revenue recognition, cash
handling, inventory controls, labor management, and capital expenditure oversight.
● Experience in auditing property-level and corporate processes, including payroll, procurement, vendor
management, contract compliance, and management fees.
● Proficient in evaluating and auditing technology platforms, such as PMS, POS, procurement systems,
labor management systems, and financial reporting systems.

EFFECTIVE INFLUENCER
● Cultivates constructive relationships with General Managers, Directors of Finance, and operational
leaders, while maintaining independence and objectivity.
● Regularly communicates with executive leadership and audit committee members to provide clear
insight into operational risk, control effectiveness, and remediation progress.
● Shares knowledge and best practices with peers to enhance Auberge’s operations finance
competencies.

LEADER AND TEAM DEVELOPMENT
● Creates a Culture of Excellence and Accountability.
o Sets clear expectations around the application of company policies and procedures.
o Establishes metrics and processes to monitor progress around issue mitigation.
o Holds peers accountable for established deadlines.

● Organizational Effectiveness
o Collaborates with the Financial Operations leadership and Executive leadership to establish an
annual audit plan that addresses identified risks
o Designs and executes a risk-based audit plan
o Deploys audit resources effectively across multiple properties and regions to maximize coverage
and impact.
o Balances on-site and remote audit activities to support properties while minimizing operational
disruption.
o Leads meetings with clear agendas, objectives, and outcomes, fostering productive
collaboration.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Internal Audit & Assurance
● Property Audit Program
○ Perform risk-based on-site and desktop audits of hotels and resorts
○ Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls across financial and operational processes
○ Prepare comprehensive, clear, and professional audit reports that identify control gaps,
opportunities for improvement, and an executive summary
○ Collaborate with property leadership to develop practical remediation plans
○ Monitor progress to ensure timely and effective resolution of all audit issues
● Internal Audit Software
○ Utilize the internal audit software to prepare dashboard reporting for financial operations and
executive leadership
○ Utilize the internal audit software to review data analytics for sample selections and desktop
reviews
○ Leverage audit software to improve audit coverage and effectiveness
● Balance Sheet & Key Account Review
○ Regularly reviews high-risk balance sheet accounts and reconciliations to mitigate financial
reporting and fraud risk
○ Identify systemic issues and trends across properties and escalate concerns as appropriate
● Risk Management and Compliance
○ Lead annual enterprise risk assessment to identify emerging operational, financial, compliance,
and technology risks
○ Align audit priorities with Auberge’s risk profile and strategic objectives
○ Evaluate compliance with internal policies, procedures, management agreements, and
applicable laws and regulations
○ Assess controls relating to hospitality technology platforms
● Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement
○ Regularly communicate with General Managers, Directors of Finance, and Home Office leaders
to discuss audit results, risk trends, and remediation progress
○ Share best practices across properties in monthly Director of Finance meetings
○ Develop new policies and procedures to address emerging risk areas
● Policies & Procedures
○ Maintains the Company’s policies and procedures.
○ Reviews and edits final policy drafts to ensure consistency and accurate application of USALI and
GAAP.
○ Conducts regular training on company policies and emerging issues in hospitality accounting.

Travel required: 25-50%

KEY SUCCESS INDICATORS
1. Annual audit plan is approved and executed effectively.

2. Internal audit reports are clearly written, include practical issue remediation actions, and are issued
timely
3. Issues are tracked and remediated in accordance with agreed-upon timelines.
4. Trends are reported effectively to Senior Leadership – both on property and at the Home Office

•  An audit professional with over three (5) years of experience as a Director of Internal Audit.
• Fully understands the application of US GAAP, International Financial Reporting Standards (“IFRS”), and the Uniform System of Accounts (“USALI”) in hospitality accounting operations.
•  A certified public accountant (“CPA”) or certified internal auditor (“CIA”).
• Previous experience in public accounting or internal audit that relies on developing and testing of SOX 404 internal controls.
• Deep familiarity with internal controls over financial reporting, including revenue recognition, cash handling, inventory controls, labor management, and capital expenditure oversight.
• Experience in auditing property-level and corporate processes, including payroll, procurement, vendor management, contract compliance, and management fees.
• Proficient in evaluating and auditing technology platforms, such as PMS, POS, procurement systems, labor management systems, and financial reporting systems.

At Auberge, we are passionate about our mission to be the best-loved operator of one-of-a-kind luxury properties and experiences.  We are storytellers and story-makers, delivering simple pleasures and creating unforgettable memories.  Born in Napa and inspired by the most relaxing places in the world, we prize simplicity, comfort, and beauty.  Whatever role we play in Auberge, and wherever we work, we all live by the view that our core purpose is to enrich people’s lives. If you feel that our approach is aligned with your own passions and beliefs, then please share with us why you want to become part of our collection.

Auberge Collection LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. Auberge Collection LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all team members and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Auberge Collection LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.