Chief Accountant

IHG; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A global hotel chain in Saudi Arabia is looking for an experienced Financial Controller to manage financial activities, prepare budgets, and ensure accuracy in guest billing. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, along with 2-3 years of experience in a high-end hotel. Proficiency in English is required, and local candidates are preferred. The position comes with competitive salaries and benefits that promote well-being and personal development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Uniform provided

Room discounts

Training programs

Qualifications

• 2 to 3 years of experience in a five-star hotel in a similar position.
• Local candidate preferred.
• Arabic-speaking preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct everyday financial activity and empower your team.
• Ensure guest bills are accurate and resolve queries.
• Prepare financial analysis, forecasts, and budgets.

Skills

Financial analysis

Team management

Guest service accuracy

Ethical financial control

Fluent English

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

Searching for an opportunity that just adds up? We’re looking for a new Financial Controller with a strong enough grasp of the figures to balance managing hotel assets, maintaining a centralised accounting environment, and making accurate forecasts. In complete confidence.

A little taste of your day-to-day:

Every day is different, but you’ll mostly be:

• Directing everyday financial activity and empowering your team to deliver in their roles
• Making sure guest bills are accurate and helping resolve any queries
• Ensuring financial control procedures are ethical and legal
• Preparing financial analysis, forecasts, and budgets – as well as reviewing rates and taking part in sales strategy meetings
• Managing accounts payable to balance cash flow and protect our reputation with our suppliers

What We need from you

• Bachelor’s degree / higher education qualification / equivalent in Accounting or Finance
• 2 to 3 years of experience in a five‑star hotel in a similar position
• Local candidate preferred as first priority
• Arabic‑speaking preferred as second priority
• Must speak fluent English
• Transferable Iqama

What you can expect from us

We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life – including a full uniform, impressive room discounts and some of the best training in the business.

Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

IHG gives every member of the team the room they need to belong, grow and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well, we need to feel well – both inside and outside of work – and Through our myWellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace.

So, join us and you’ll become part of our ever-growing global family.