Director of Finance

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts; Ras Al Khaimah; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel group seeks a Finance Manager to oversee financial operations in Ras al-Khaimah. This role involves budget preparation, supervising accounting procedures, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. The ideal candidate has over 10 years in finance leadership within hospitality and a solid educational background.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years in finance and accounting leadership.
• At least 5 years in a leadership role within hospitality.
• Strong strategic development skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and control budgets and financial reports.
• Supervise hotel accounting procedures and manage cash flow.
• Establish professional relationships with owners.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical

Communication

Financial regulatory knowledge

Proficient in financial software

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting

MBA or advanced degree

Job description

Company Description

Established in 2000 in Turkey, Rixos pioneers the ‘ALL Inclusive, ALL Exclusive’ concept, inviting guests to discover a world of possibilities, with luxurious stays, inclusive of culinary delights from around the globe, live entertainment, daily sports, and fitness activities, sensorial spa and wellness journeys, and fun-filled kids and teens activities. Each Rixos property presents a unique experience inspired by local culture, global influences, and our Turkish heritage, all within a setting of unparalleled luxury.

Job Description

Under the general direction of the Country Director of Finance and General Manager, and within the limits of established Rixos Hotel Policies and Procedures, the Finance Manager oversees and directs the day-to-day operations of the Finance Department, maintaining the overall standards of efficiency and promoting a positive work environment.

The role involves organizing and monitoring all affairs related to finance, ensuring proper grooming at all times, attending scheduled training, and demonstrating cooperation and respect within the team and other departments. The Finance Manager should be knowledgeable about daily hotel activities and facilities.

Key responsibilities include preparing and controlling budgets, overseeing equipment purchases, maintaining monthly reconciliations with owners, reporting progress to regional offices, establishing professional relationships with owners, coordinating system setups with the IT department, ensuring compliance with management agreements, and managing cash flow and budgets.

The position requires supervising hotel accounting procedures, controlling expenses, supervising staff, managing inventories and fixed assets, minimizing overdue balances, ensuring timely tax and government reports, and preparing financial reports and documents for the company and owners.

Qualifications include a minimum of 10 years in finance and accounting leadership, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within hospitality. The candidate should have strong financial regulatory knowledge, strategic development skills, analytical abilities, excellent communication, proficiency in financial software, and a relevant bachelor's degree. An MBA or advanced degree is a plus.

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