Director of Finance

AccorHotel; Doha; On-site; QAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

AccorHotel in Doha seeks a seasoned Director of Finance to lead all financial functions across the resort, including accounting, reporting, budgeting, and controls. You will drive forecasting, cash flow management, and capital planning while partnering with operations and leadership to optimize profitability.

The role requires a strong background in hospitality finance, governance, and team leadership to deliver accurate financial insights and robust financial governance for the property.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-10 years of progressive experience in a Director of Finance or equivalent senior financial leadership role at a large resort or hospitality property within the Middle East
• Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration, or professional certification (CA, CPA, or equivalent)
• Demonstrated expertise in financial compliance, regulatory requirements, and audit management
• Proven experience with financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting in a complex operational environment
• Strong proficiency in financial systems, accounting software, and data analysis tools
• Excellent understanding of internal controls, risk management, and financial governance frameworks
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop accounting teams while fostering a culture of accountability and accuracy
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate financial data into actionable business insights
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively present financial information to senior leadership and ownership

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting functions and financial reporting for the resort
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis processes
• Ensure timely and accurate financial statements and regulatory filings
• Maintain robust internal controls and governance frameworks
• Oversee audits, tax filings, and regulatory compliance across the property
• Provide strategic financial insights to leadership for decision-making
• Partner with operations and department heads on cost control and profitability
• Support financing needs, cash flow planning, and banking relationships
• Drive cross-functional collaboration to optimize capital projects and ROI

Skills

Financial leadership

Budgeting & forecasting

Regulatory compliance

Financial analysis

Internal controls

Team leadership

Stakeholder communication

Education

Master's degree

CA/CPA

Tools

ERP systems

Data analytics tools

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Oversight & Reportin g
• Oversee all accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable, payroll, and financial reporting
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Maintain strong internal controls and a transparent system of checks and balances
• Coordinate and oversee annual audits, tax filings, and regulatory compliance
• Review and analyze financial performance, identifying trends and areas for improvement
• Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis
• Lead the annual budgeting process and ongoing financial forecasting
• Develop and maintain financial models to support operational and strategic decision-making
• Provide variance analysis and actionable insights to leadership
• Support department heads in managing budgets and understanding financial performance
• Evaluate cost structures and identify opportunities for efficiency and expense control
• Strategic & Operational Support
• Partner with leadership on long-range planning, capital investments, and business strategy
• Support financial aspects of construction, renovation, and capital projects, including budgeting, cash flow, and ROI analysis
• Assist in evaluating new opportunities, partnerships, or operational initiatives
• Provide financial insight into pricing, labor, and operational decisions
• Cash Management & Banking
• Oversee cash flow management and forecasting
• Maintain and strengthen banking and lender relationships
• Ensure appropriate liquidity to support operations and capital needs
• Team Leadership & Collaboration
• Provide oversight and support to the Accounting Manager and the accounting team
• Foster a collaborative, accountable, and detail-oriented finance function
• Work cross-functionally with operations, HR, and department leaders
• Promote a culture of financial awareness and accountability across the organization

Desired Candidate Profile

Qualifications Required

• Minimum 5-10 years of progressive experience in a Director of Finance or equivalent senior financial leadership role at a large resort or hospitality property within the Middle East
• Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration, or professional certification (CA, CPA, or equivalent)
• Demonstrated expertise in financial compliance, regulatory requirements, and audit management
• Proven experience with financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting in a complex operational environment
• Strong proficiency in financial systems, accounting software, and data analysis tools
• Excellent understanding of internal controls, risk management, and financial governance frameworks
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop accounting teams while fostering a culture of accountability and accuracy
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate financial data into actionable business insights
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively present financial information to senior leadership and ownership

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the hospitality, theme park, or water park industry
• Background in managing capital projects, construction budgeting, and ROI analysis
• Experience with cash flow management and banking relationship development
• Knowledge of property management systems and integrated financial reporting platforms
• Prior experience supporting strategic planning and long-range financial forecasting initiatives