Financial Controller

Pause Experience Company; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality firm in Riyadh is seeking a Financial Controller to oversee financial operations, implement budgeting strategies, and ensure compliance with tax laws. The ideal candidate will possess at least 7 years of experience in the hospitality or construction industry. Proficiency in accounting software and hotel management systems like FIDELIO or OPERA is essential. This role offers a unique opportunity to manage financial aspects across several properties while achieving budget goals.

Qualifications

• At least 7 years of experience as Financial Controller or Assistant Financial Controller in hospitality and construction.
• Advanced computer skills on MS Office and accounting software.
• CPA and CFA are significant advantages.

Responsibilities

• Manage books and accounting department for managed properties.
• Verify all financial reports for accuracy and compliance.
• Direct oversight of accounting staff including training.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and monthly closing entries.
• File monthly and quarterly taxes.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Accounting software

Leadership

Attention to detail

Education

BS degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

FIDELIO

OPERA

Protel

Job description

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia | Posted on 11/02/2025

weare looking for a Financial Controller who will be responsible for managing theday-to-day operations of the accounting department, like preparation andmanagement of PAUSEAWAY financial budgets, implementing and overseeing allactivities related to the financial aspects of the managed properties incompliance with the local tax laws.

additionally,the Financial Controller will be responsible for financial analysis, reporting,budgeting, forecasting, audit and control, asset and liability reconciliation,working capital, and cash control. also, he/she will ensure the safekeeping andupdating of all legal documentation related to the financial status of PAUSEAWAYand managed properties.

areyou equipped with the right tools and ready for a unique journey? then you arewelcomed.

responsibilities:

• manage books and accounting department for the main brand and forall managed properties.
  
• verifyall financial reports and ensure that all transactions are accurate and incompliance with local government regulations.
  
• direct oversight of accounting staff including training anddevelopment.
  
• assist with monitoring, assessing, and maintaining internalcontrols and corporate policies and procedures.
  
• prepare balance sheet account reconciliations, including bankreconciliations and others.
  
• prepare various monthly closing entries and assist with the monthend close process, analysis and reporting.
  
• prepare and assist with monthly, quarterly, and yearly forecasting.
  
• prepare and file monthly and quarterly taxes.
  
• support management in controlling costs within the budget andforecast.
  
• assist with completion of annual budgeting process.
  
• assist with revenue enhancement possibilities and with profitimprovement opportunities for property operations
  
• achieve and exceed goals including performance goals, budget goals,team goals, etc.
  

Requirements

• proven working experience as financial controller or assistantfinancial controller at least for 7 years in the hospitality industry andconstruction industry.
  
• advanced computer skills on MS Office, accounting software anddatabases.
  
• knowledgeof Hotel Software and Property Management Systems like FIDELIO, OPERA, ProtelEtc.
  
• high attention to detail and accuracy.
  
• ability to direct and supervise.
  
• BS degree in Accounting or Finance, CPA and CFA are huge plus.