Director of Finance

HILTON INTERNATIONAL ASIA PACIFIC PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international hotel company in Singapore is looking for a Director of Finance to oversee all accounting and financial requirements of the hotel. The successful candidate will manage financial reporting, budgeting, and internal controls while providing strategic insights to the management team. Candidates should have a finance/accounting degree, ACCA/CPA certification, and at least 5 years of hotel accounting experience, with 2 years in a similar role. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint is essential.

Qualifications

• University qualification and above.
• Finance / Accounting major and certified, e.g. ACCA/ CPA.
• 5 years in hotel accounting with at least 2 years in a similar position with an international hotel.

Responsibilities

• Manage hotel accounting records and reports in compliance with statutory requirements.
• Deliver timely, accurate, and action-driven financial reports.
• Advise GM and leadership team on financial performance.
• Support strategic hotel planning with financial insight.
• Ensure performance management and employee engagement.

Skills

Financial reporting

Budget management

Cost analysis

Internal controls

Cash flow management

Education

University qualification in Finance/Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Overview

The best of New York hospitality with Singapore flair.

THE NoMad WAY

Hospitality is at the core of what we do and who we are. It’s more than just a job; it’s a path to a career with the best in our industry. Our brand new property will build our vision to be a thriving hotel combining the best of New York hospitality with Singaporean flair. Our values connect us; our behaviours guide us; and our non-negotiables drive us.

Welcome to NoMad Singapore.

Exceptional Hospitality Starts With You

The Director of Finance is an integral part of the leadership structure within the hotel, providing support and technical expertise to other members of the team. This role is responsible for all accounting and financial requirements for the hotel in an environment of tight control. He / she will provide financial support, advice and expertise to the General Manager and hotel team, with the aim of maximizing value, developing the quality of the Finance function within the hotel.

Here’s what you’ll do during a typical day:

Responsibilities

Financial Accounting & Control

• Manage hotel accounting records and reports in compliance with statutory, corporate, and owner requirements.
• Ensure accuracy and reconciliation of balance sheet and accounts.
• Maintain effective internal controls over assets, liabilities, revenue, and costs.
• Ensure compliance with management, lease, and legal agreements.
• Safeguard contracts, permits, and licenses, and oversee audits and corrective actions.

Management Reporting

• Deliver timely, accurate, and action-driven financial reports.
• Use KPIs, benchmarking, and scorecards to drive performance analysis and decision-making.
• Ensure all internal and external reports reconcile and are supported by documentation.

Business Support

• Advise GM and leadership team on financial performance and commercial initiatives.
• Evaluate business proposals and support major decisions with financial insights.

Systems & IT

• Optimize financial systems and data integrity.
• Collaborate with IT to enhance reporting, processing, and efficiency.
• Ensure system security, maintenance, and issue resolution.

Strategic Planning & Forecasting

• Support strategic hotel planning with financial insight.
• Lead budget and forecast cycles, identifying trends and risks.
• Provide forward-looking analysis and ensure clear communication of business outlooks.

People Development

• Ensure performance management, succession planning, and employee engagement.
• Promote financial literacy across departments.

Cash & Working Capital Management

• Minimize working capital and optimize cash flow.
• Oversee bank reconciliations, cash forecasts, and credit control processes.
• Review AR with Commercial Director and maintain reserves for doubtful debts.

Cost Management

• Analyze cost drivers and identify efficiency opportunities.
• Benchmark costs and ensure value-for-money purchasing.
• Lead by example in maintaining a cost-effective finance operation.

In addition, this role requires the following minimum qualifications:

Qualifications

• University qualification and above.
• Finance / Accounting major and certified, e.g. ACCA/ CPA.
• 5 years in hotel accounting with at least 2 years in similar position with an international hotel.
• Proficient in Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.