Group Director - Finance - Hotels - Dubai

About the job and company

Well established hotel group with properties around the GCC are now expanding to their next growth phase and acquiring new assets to add to their portfolio.

The DOF role will be responsible for a team of 9 and includes the following responsibilities:

• Financial reporting and Analysis/ Management Accounts
• Payroll preparation & Management
• Auditing / Banking
• Investment preparation / Risk Compliance / Governance
• Budget preparation & management
• Reporting to board - financial status
• Cost analysis & management

The role will report to the Managing Director and will involve travel.

Who we're looking for

• 9 years previous regional / corporate experience within hospitality groups in the UAE/GCC
• Chartered Accountant qualification
• Degree in Finance / Business
• Influential / Strategic thinker
• Highly Analytical and Organised
• Ability to compile & deliver complex financial info
• Previous experience working with GCC government compliance & financial institutions
• Previous experience working with owners and investors
• Auditing, banking and compliance experience
• Payroll / Tax
• Working knowledge of financial reporting systems and models IFRS
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Arabic speaker - desirable

Package details

35 - 40K AED (Basic / Housing inclusive)

Flights / Visa / Medical - additional

No educational support

Housing is not provided; it is part of the Salary package.