Director of Finance

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group Limited; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hotel in Dubai is seeking a Director of Finance to lead financial operations and reporting within the Finance department. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Finance and at least 8 years of accounting experience, including 2 years in a leadership role. Proficiency in hotel software like HMS and Opera is required, along with strong communication skills in English. Competitive salary and attractive benefits aligned with UAE standards are offered for this critical role.

Benefits

Learning & Development programs

MOstay benefits

Health benefits and wellness programs

Comfortable accommodation

Competitive salary and benefits

Qualifications

• 8+ years of accounting experience, with 2+ years in a leadership role.
• Proficient in hotel POS and PMS platforms.
• Strong communication skills in English are essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development and maintenance of financial controls and accounting procedures.
• Support the General Manager in contract compliance and operational efficiency.
• Drive profitability through analytical reporting and team supervision.
• Lead employee development through training and planning.
• Manage treasury functions and ensure liquidity and adherence to guidelines.
• Ensure accurate financial reporting and asset protection.

Skills

Financial reporting

Analytical reporting

Communication in English

MS Office (Excel, Word)

Education

Degree in Finance

Tools

HMS

Infrasys

Opera

PSMS

Info Genesis

Micros

SUN System

Job description

Mandarin Oriental Downtown, Dubai is looking for a Director of Finance to join our Executive Committee team.

Are you a master of craft? Do you thrive in a team that succeeds together, demonstrating integrity and respect while acting responsibly? Do you embrace a growth mindset? We invite you to become a fan of the exceptional.

Mandarin Oriental is the award‑winning owner and operator of some of the most luxurious hotels, resorts and residences located in prime destinations around the world, with a strong development pipeline. Increasingly recognised for creating some of the world’s most sought‑after properties, the Group provides legendary service inspired by Asian heritage whilst representing the very cutting‑edge of luxury experiences.

Nestled in the city’s heart, Mandarin Oriental Downtown, Dubai offers a stunning fusion of modern design with a touch of oriental flair, redefining hospitality standards. With unparalleled views of Dubai’s skyline, the iconic Burj Khalifa, and the sparkling Arabian Sea, this urban retreat offers 224 luxury Residences and 259 Rooms & Suites. Going beyond traditional hospitality, Mandarin Oriental Downtown, Dubai is not just a hotel but a lifestyle destination, luxury, and memorable experiences.

About the job

Based at the Mandarin Oriental Downtown, Dubai within the Finance department in Dubai, the Director of Finance is responsible for the determination of optimum control objectives and for the installation and maintenance of appropriate internal control systems over income, expenditure, assets and liabilities within the hotel. Director of Finance reports to the General Manager.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the development, implementation and maintenance of all financial controls, accounting procedures and internal control systems in alignment with corporate policies, GAAP and the hotel’s management contract.
• Acts as a key member of the hotel’s leadership team, supporting the General Manager, ensuring contract compliance and escalating discrepancies to corporate management when required.
• Drives profitability by identifying improvement opportunities, encouraging analytical reporting, and supervising teams to enhance both financial performance and guest experience.
• Leads employee development through structured training, evaluation programs and succession planning to maintain high professional standards and operational continuity.
• Manages treasury functions, working capital, cash flow, receivables, inventories and data‑processing operations to ensure liquidity, efficiency and adherence to corporate guidelines.
• Ensures accurate and timely financial reporting, robust asset protection, adequate insurance coverage, proper cash control and the establishment of strong credit and collection policies.

Qualifications

• Strong educational foundation, including a Degree in Finance.
• Extensive accounting background with at least 8 years of experience, including a minimum of two years in a comparable leadership role.
• Proficiency with hotel POS and PMS platforms such as HMS, Infrasys, Opera, PSMS, Info Genesis and Micros.
• Excellent working knowledge of financial and accounting software, particularly SUN System.
• Excellent communication abilities in English, both written and verbal, with the capacity to convey financial information clearly.
• High‑level analytical capability supported by advanced MS Office skills, especially Excel and Word.

Our commitment to you

• Learning & Development. Your success is our success. We craft unique learning and development programmes for various stages in your career so that you grow, continuously.
• MOstay. When you work as hard as our colleagues do, it’s important to take time off. As a member of the #MOfamily, you can stay with us wherever you go in the world. The MOstay programme offers complimentary nights and additionally attractive rates on rooms for you and your loved ones.
• Health & Colleague Wellness. Finding the right work‑life balance is important. Your wellbeing matters to us. A variety of health benefits and wellness programmes are offered to all our colleagues, globally.
• Colleague Comfort and Convenience: Benefit from comfortable accommodation, a duty transportation, and duty meals to ensure your work experience is both enjoyable and hassle‑free.
• Competitive Salary and Benefits: We offer a competitive salary and an attractive benefits package, fully aligned with UAE industry standards, to ensure your financial well‑being and stability.

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