Director of Finance and Business Support

Job Description

Financial Management :

Oversee all financial operations including budgeting, forecasting, reporting, auditing, and compliance.

Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with international accounting standards (e.g., IFRS, US GAAP).

Monitor cash flow, capital expenditure, working capital, and debt levels to maintain financial stability.

Liaise with external auditors, tax authorities, and regulatory bodies.

Strategic Business Development :

Develop and execute commercial strategies to increase revenue, profitability, and market share.

Conduct feasibility studies, ROI analysis, and financial modeling for new projects, partnerships, or expansions.

Identify growth opportunities through market research, competitor analysis, and trend forecasting.

Support the development of ancillary revenue streams (e.g., F&B, events, wellness, loyalty programs).

Team Leadership & Collaboration :

Lead and develop a high-performing finance team; foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Collaborate closely with Sales, Marketing, Operations, and Ownership to align financial goals with overall business objectives.

Present strategic insights and performance reports to executive leadership and stakeholders.

Risk & Compliance :

Maintain robust internal controls and risk management practices.

Ensure compliance with corporate policies, legal standards, and international hospitality regulations.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a related field (MBA or CPA / ACCA preferred).

Minimum of 8–10 years of progressive financial management experience, preferably in the luxury hospitality industry.

Strong knowledge of hotel systems (e.g., Opera, SunSystems, Micros, etc.) and financial software.

Demonstrated experience in strategic planning, business modeling, and investment analysis.

Proven experience working in international 5-star hotel environments—preferably with global hospitality brands.

Fluent in English (additional languages a plus).

Additional Information

Your team and working environment :

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion :

We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.