Chief Financial Officer

Confidential; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality management company in Dubai is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to oversee all financial operations. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of experience and strong expertise in hospitality finance. This role involves developing financial strategies, managing financial operations, and collaborating with key stakeholders to drive growth across a multi-brand portfolio.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Strategic leadership role

Exposure to regional hotel brands

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience, with at least 5 years in a senior finance role.
• Familiarity with hotel franchise/management agreements.
• Strong knowledge of international accounting standards and regional tax regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop financial strategies aligned with growth goals.
• Act as a strategic advisor to the CEO and Board.
• Oversee accounting and reporting across jurisdictions.
• Manage relationships with banks and external stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Strategy

Stakeholder Management

Risk Management

Hospitality Finance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field

MBA or CPA / ACA / CMA preferred

Job description

We are a dynamic holding company managing and sub-franchising multiple leading hotel brands across the MENA region. Our portfolio includes a growing number of hotel assets. As we scale, we are looking for a strategic and commercially savvy Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to help lead our organization and help drive the next phase of our expansion.

Position Summary :

The CFO will oversee all financial operations of the group, providing strategic financial leadership across a multi-brand hospitality portfolio. The role demands deep expertise in hospitality finance, particularly across franchising models. The CFO will act as a key business partner to the CEO, supporting growth, profitability, and compliance, while aligning financial strategies with overall business objectives. The CFO will be supported by a strong finance team already in place and who has been working in the company for several years.

Key Responsibilities :

Strategic Leadership & Financial Planning

• Develop and execute financial strategies aligned with the group’s growth goals and operational objectives.
• Act as a strategic advisor to the CEO and Board on financial planning, risk management, and capital allocation.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning across hotel assets.

Financial Operations & Control

Oversee accounting, reporting, tax, treasury, audit, and internal control functions.

Ensure the timely and accurate preparation of consolidated financial reports across multiple jurisdictions.

Implement and maintain financial systems and processes that support a growing multi-entity structure.

Manage relationships with banks, auditors, and external stakeholders.

Franchise & Hospitality Focus

Provide financial oversight of franchise / management agreements, including royalty payments, brand fees, and performance compliance.

Collaborate with operations and development teams to assess new franchise / management opportunities and investment returns.

Analyze property-level performance and drive profitability across assets.

Build and mentor a high-performing finance team.

Promote a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications & Experience :

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (MBA or CPA / ACA / CMA preferred).

Minimum 10 years of experience , with at least 5 years in a senior finance role, ideally within the hospitality industry .

Familiarity with hotel franchise / management agreements is a key advantage.

Strong knowledge of international accounting standards and regional tax regulations (especially in MENA).

Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Fluent in English; Arabic is a plus, but not a requirement

What We Offer :

Strategic leadership role in a fast-growing hospitality platform

Competitive compensation package

Exposure to regional and international hotel brands

Opportunity to drive growth and innovation across MENA

Seniority level

Seniority level

Executive

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Finance

Industries

Financial Services, Hospitality, and Hotels and Motels

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