Director of Finance

AccorHotels Middle East; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company in Ras Al-Khaimah is seeking a highly skilled Director of Finance to oversee financial operations and drive strategic planning. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, with at least 5 years in finance leadership. Responsibilities include managing financial reporting, ensuring compliance with UAE regulations, and leading a finance team. This position offers the opportunity to impact the company significantly and support its growth in a dynamic industry.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; MBA or Master's preferred.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is highly desirable.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in finance leadership roles.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Finance department.
• Develop financial strategies aligned with company goals.
• Direct financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes.

Skills

Financial modeling

Strategic financial planning

Analytical skills

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

MBA or Master's degree

CPA certification

Tools

MS Office Suite

Financial management software

Job description

Company Description

• performance, agility, innovation, fun, collective intelligence, and empowerment.
• We take great pride in celebrating successes, yet we do also accept to fail so we can bounce back even stronger.
• We are empowered and fully accountable. Everyone is encouraged to take ownership, make decisions and drive impact.
• We act as One team. Global, Regions and Hotels build and drive our commercial and marketing strategy together, support each other and grow collectively. We learn from each other, we win collectively.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of Finance to join our team in Ras Al-Khaimah, United Arab Emirates. As a key member of our executive leadership, you will be responsible for overseeing all financial operations, driving strategic financial planning, and ensuring the company's fiscal health and compliance.

• Oversee daily operations of the Finance department, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting
• Develop and implement short-term and long-term financial strategies aligned with company goals
• Direct and coordinate financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes
• Analyze monthly operating results against budgets and provide insightful recommendations
• Lead cost efficiency initiatives and optimize financial performance
• Manage relationships with external financial partners, including banks, auditors, and regulatory bodies
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal financial regulations, with particular attention to UAE standards
• Prepare and present financial reports and analyses to the executive team and board of directors
• Oversee cash flow management and investment strategies
• Direct financial audits and implement process improvements
• Develop and maintain a high-performing finance team through effective leadership, mentoring, and professional development
• Collaborate with other department heads to drive business growth and profitability

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; MBA or Master's degree preferred
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification highly desirable
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in finance leadership roles, with at least 3 years in a similar director-level capacity
• Proven track record of strategic financial planning and execution
• Strong proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, and analysis
• In-depth knowledge of financial regulations and reporting standards, including familiarity with UAE financial landscape
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail
• Outstanding leadership abilities with experience in managing and developing high-performing teams
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex financial information to diverse audiences
• Proficiency in MS Office suite, particularly advanced Excel skills, and experience with financial management software
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines
• Demonstrated business acumen and understanding of key performance indicators
• Experience in the hospitality industry is a plus
• Visionary mindset with the ability to drive innovation in financial processes and systems

Additional Information

At Accor, we are committed to diversity. Each individual, each personality, and each experience has its place to grow and make us grow collectively. Everything we do, we do with heart. We are creators of emotions, professionals of the human experience, open to others and the world around us.

• Our culture is inclusive. We value the richness of the 120 nationalities, the different backgrounds, the different stories that make up our company.
• We care for the world around us: our teams, our guests, our establishments, our environment are at the heart of our concerns. Our mission is human, essential: to bring cultures together, to open windows on the world, to provide unforgettable experiences, day after day.
• All our Heartists are talents in the making, they are the future of our group and our hotels. Helping them grow professionally and develop personally according to their wishes and ambitions is our priority.
• Together, we imagine your future. Our group is large, with many opportunities, and the experiences are infinite.
• We dare to question the status quo. We challenge ourselves to always do better. We take risks, we dream the impossible and make it possible.
• Hospitality is teamwork, and we are stronger together. We believe in caring, we respect our differences and value all voices. We work as a team, saying what we do and doing what we say.