Director of Finance - Avani Kota Kinabalu Hotel (Pre Opening Team)

Minor International; West Coast Division; On-site; MYR 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international hotel group is seeking a Financial Manager for their new resort in Malaysia, set to open in Q2 2026. The successful candidate will lead the financial strategy, manage operational performance, and work closely with the Executive Team. A degree in finance or accounting and a minimum of 5 years of managerial experience in hotel finance are required. Knowledge of hotel internal controls and excellent communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience at managerial level in hotel finance.
• Extensive knowledge of hotel internal controls required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Lead the resort's financial strategy and operational performance.
• Manage financial reporting and optimize internal controls.
• Develop productive relationships with 3rd parties.

Skills

Strong technical accounting skills

Finance skills

Taxation skills

Team Management

Stakeholder communication

Education

Degree in Finance, Accounting or related field

Professional accounting qualification

Tools

Sun

Opera

Micros

Job description

Company Description

Minor Hotels is an international hotel owner, operator, and investor with a portfolio of more than 536 hotels in operation. Minor Hotels passionately explores new possibilities in hospitality with a diverse portfolio of properties designed intelligently to appeal to different kinds of travelers, serving new passions as well as personal needs. Through our Anantara, Avani, Oaks, Elewana, Tivoli, NH Hotel Group, Four Seasons, St. Regis, Marriott, and Minor International properties, across Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Africa, the Indian Ocean, Europe, and South America.

Avani Hotels & Resorts is a vibrant upscale brand offering relaxed comfort and contemporary style. Avani was launched in response to an increasingly influential group of discerning travelers who appreciate stylish design and excellent service, but also demand great value. Avani hotels are designed for the way we travel now. And we think it’s all about balance. Balance between coolness and kindness, between design and function, and between service and privacy.

Avani Kota Kinabalu Hotel is set to open in Q2 2026 with 378 new keys ready to welcome business and leisure travellers with trademark AVANI sleep satisfaction, contemporary living spaces, and Honest Food. The hotel will feature an all-day dining restaurant and a rooftop pool & bar, as well as 855 square metres of meeting space, perfect for conferences or social functions.

Job Description

You will take the lead on the resort's financial strategy, operational performance, financial reporting, setting up & optimizing internal controls, team management & development, capital expenditure review & developing productive relationships with 3rd parties in the region. The role will work closely with the General Manager, cross functional Executive Team & Corporate Office to set up, establish & drive the performance of the resort.

Qualifications

• Degree in Finance, Accounting or a related field & professional accounting qualification
• Minimum 5 years experience at managerial level that includes:
• Track record of driving hotel finance performance.
• Strong technical accounting, finance & taxation skills.
• Preparation, review, analysis & presentation of management & statutory reporting.
• Extensive Knowledge of hotel internal controls.
• Knowledge of budget process.
• Team Management, with ability to meet tight deadlines & coach team.
• Ability to communicate with stakeholders at various levels.
• Rebranding/pre-opening experience & having set up and managed a cluster finance operation is an advantage.
• English skills: excellent verbal and written communication is required.
• Computer literate, including systems implementation & knowledge of Sun, Opera & Micros