Heather Weides

About Heather Weides

I am a hospitality finance leader with 15+ years of accounting and financial management experience, including over a decade in luxury hotels and resorts with brands such as Hilton, Hyatt, and Thompson Hotels. My career has been built on delivering measurable results—driving profitability, controlling costs, and improving operational efficiency—while ensuring full GAAP compliance and maintaining flawless audit records. In my current role as Director of Finance for The Skirvin Hilton, I lead financial operations for a $25M historic property, implementing cost-control strategies that have reduced expenses by 8% and accelerated month-end close by 43%. I thrive on partnering with ownership and executive leadership to align financial strategies with operational goals, resulting in stronger margins and sustainable growth. Key strengths include: Financial strategy & P&L management for multi-million-dollar properties Budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis that improves accuracy and decision-making Multi-property financial oversight and cross-departmental collaboration Proven track record in reducing costs, improving profitability, and enhancing reporting efficiency As a U.S. Army veteran with a Top Secret clearance, I bring discipline, integrity, and a solutions-focused mindset to every challenge. My goal is to continue driving financial excellence in the hospitality industry, helping properties maximize performance while delivering exceptional guest experiences. Open to networking and opportunities to collaborate in luxury hospitality finance leadership.

Experience

1. Director of Finance

   Skirvin, A Hilton Hotel

   Aug 2024 — Present · Oklahoma City, OK, US

   Friday ends my run with Hyatt after 5 years. This is a bittersweet yet exciting time for me as I join a whole new brand and group of amazing individuals.

Education

• University of Phoenix

  Bachelors