Finance Director

Position Level: Department Head
Reports to: General Manager

Our client is an ultra-luxury resort, recognized globally as a leader in the hospitality industry. As the Finance Director, you will assist in preparing, in conjunction with the General Manager and other department heads, the annual budget, capital budgets and the rolling forecast. The Finance Director will establish the annual budget preparation procedures and guidelines.

Requirements:

• Minimum of two years of proven experience in a similar position in luxury resort or international hotel chain brands.
• In-depth knowledge of financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to analyze complex financial data and draw impactful insights.
• Very good command over written and spoken English.
• Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.
• CA certification would be an advantage.
• Must have a very good knowledge of computerized accounting systems.
• Past working experience in GCC country or remote location is highly desired.
• Cross-cultural work environments exposure.

Responsibilities:

• Establishes an efficient management of the hotel's accounting functions.
• Responsible for staff development within the Accounting Department.
• Achieves a high standard of performance.
• Responsible for the Annual Budget Plan and Capital Investment Budget.
• Approves together with General Manager any paid out but not limited to; Checks, Petty Cash, Purchase Requisition, Purchase Order and other related financial requests.
• Responsible in achieving the departmental target.
• Participate in strategic, financial and human resources planning.
• Prepare detailed reports on financial and administrative matters.
• Establish and maintain internal controls to ensure compliance with financial legislation, policies and procedures.
• Evaluate the performance of, and provide training and development opportunities for, Finance and Administration staff.
• Manage the maintenance and upgrade of financial, payroll and information systems.
• Provide leadership by delegating tasks, responding to staff inquiries and providing overall direction to section employees.
• Respond to auditors' comments concerning finances and operations and oversee required action to address deficiencies.
• Approve the Chart of Accounts and maintain commitment controls.
• Ensures the submission of all administration reports to the Corporate Office and Owning Company.