About the Role
This is a high-impact role with growth opportunities for an ambitious applicant. Join a team where you can be all you are, grow and create your path, and work with purpose.
As an essential member of the finance team, you will assist the Director of Finance in overseeing the hotel's financial operations and accounting functions. Your primary responsibilities will include leading budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and monthly financial reporting, while ensuring compliance with financial policies and regulations. This role offers a unique chance to make a significant impact on the hotel's financial performance.
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Responsibilities
- Assist the Director of Finance in overseeing the hotel's financial operations and accounting functions.
- Lead budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and monthly financial reporting.
- Monitor financial performance, GOP, operating expenses, and profitability.
- Ensure compliance with financial policies, internal controls, IFRS, and local regulations.
- Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, income audit, and general accounting.
- Monitor cash flow, working capital, and financial risks.
- Analyze financial results and provide recommendations to improve operational efficiency and profitability.
- Support cost control initiatives and ensure effective financial management across all departments.
- Coordinate internal and external audits and ensure timely resolution of audit findings.
- Partner with the General Manager and Department Heads on financial and operational decisions.
- Lead, coach, and develop the Finance team.
- Ensure timely and accurate month-end and year-end closing processes.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
- Professional qualification (CPA, ACCA, CMA) is an advantage.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in hotel finance, preferably within an international luxury hotel brand.
- Previous experience in a Finance Manager or Assistant Director of Finance role is preferred.
- Strong knowledge of hotel accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
- Good understanding of IFRS, internal controls, and statutory compliance.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and hotel financial systems (Opera, SUN, SAP, or equivalent).
- Strong analytical, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Fluent in English; additional languages are an advantage.
Additional Information
- Enjoy discounted Heartist® rates across our global network of 5,600 properties, 10,000 food and beverage venues, and wellness centers.
- Grow and travel with your career globally across more than 110 countries, 45 hotel brands from luxury and lifestyle to premium and economy.
- Continuous learning and investment into your capability.
This role is for Saudis only.
Job Category: Finance
Job Type: Permanent
Job Schedule: Full-Time
