Director of Finance

Cutting Edge Recruitment; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious luxury hotel in Kuala Lumpur seeks a Director of Finance to lead financial operations and provide strategic leadership within a senior management team. Ideal candidates are currently in a directorial finance role or are assistant directors ready to step up. The role demands over 5 years of hotel finance experience, preferably within luxury brands, and strong skills in F&B cost control. Join a growing hospitality group offering significant career advancement opportunities.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Work in an award-winning hotel

Shape business decisions within a small team

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hotel finance experience within international chains, preferably in luxury.
• Experience as Director of Finance or No. 2 in finance in a major brand.
• Deep understanding of hotel operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial operations with strict financial discipline.
• Provide strategic financial leadership and collaborate with Group CFO.
• Ensure robust internal controls and efficient practices across departments.

Skills

Financial leadership

Strong F&B cost control experience

Collaborative communication

Job description

A prestigious five-star hotel in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an exceptional Director of Finance to join its senior leadership team. This is a rare opportunity to lead the finance function of one of Asia's most admired independent luxury hotels,with career progression into group-level responsibilities as part of a growing regional hospitality group.

About the Role:

You will lead all financial operations of the property, ensuring rigorous financial discipline, robust internal controls, and efficient practices across departments, particularly in food and beverage operations. As a trusted member of the senior management team, you will provide strategic financial leadership while working closely with the Group CFO on corporate finance and future M&A initiatives.

Ideal for Candidates Who:

• Are currently a Director of Finance at a single hotel seeking a larger challenge with group-level exposure.
• Or are a No. 2 in finance (e.g. Assistant Director of Finance) at a major international brand ready to step up to lead the function in a luxury setting.
• Are eager to grow into corporate finance and M&A responsibilities in a fast-expanding regional group.
• Have at least 5 years of hotel finance experience within international chains, preferably in the luxury segment.
• Possess strong F&B cost control experience and a deep understanding of hotel operations.
• Communicate with confidence -assertive yet tactful, collaborative, and solution-oriented.

Why Join:

• Lead finance at an award-winning, design-forward property known for its exceptional service and guest experience.
• Be part of a fast-growing hospitality group with regional development plans and strong career advancement pathways.
• Work within a small, strategic senior leadership team where your contribution will shape business decisions.

To Apply:

Upload your CV and a short cover letter. All applications will be treated with strict confidentiality.