Senior Manager, Finance (Openings) - Asia Pacific excluding China

Hilton Worldwide, Inc.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global hospitality company is seeking a Senior Manager, Finance for their Asia Pacific operations. This role requires at least 5 years of experience in the hospitality industry, with a preference for individuals who have opening experience. The candidate will supervise finance teams, coordinate with regional offices, and ensure compliance with financial processes. Strong communication skills and a degree in Accounting or Management are essential. This position offers a dynamic work environment and the chance to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of working experience in the hospitality industry. Opening experience preferred.
• At least 3 years of working experience as a manager or a higher position in the hospitality industry.
• Willing to travel frequently.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the hotel finance team and guide finance-related tasks.
• Coordinate between regional teams and hotel finance leaders.
• Assist in onboarding and supporting the on-property finance team.

Skills

Fluent in written and spoken English

Good at communication

Ability to train and motivate associates

Resourceful and creative

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Education

University Preferred Commerce Degree in Accounting and Management

Job description

Senior Manager, Finance (Openings) - Asia Pacific excluding China

Job Number: APA014RY

Work Locations

Hilton - Area Office - Singapore 3 Temasek Avenue #14-01/05 Centennial Tower Singapore 39190

How You Will Make an Impact

The Senior Manager, Finance (Openings) - APACx is responsible for supervising and providing day-to-day guidance to the hotel finance team, including, but not limited to, the timely setup of systems, licenses, insurance, banking, and reporting, as well as general support to the hotel-based Finance Team on all opening-related matters.

Coordinate the review and timely completion of tasks on the checklist between regional teams, the hotel-based finance leader, and other relevant hotel-based teams for opening hotels in APAC (excluding China).

Standard opening finance tasks, including:

Onboarding of each new on-property finance team, including assignment of training, follow-up, and performance issue escalation.

Ongoing support to on-property finance team members.

With the assistance of the regional team, coordinate resources for the task force.

Coordination of waiver requests to the Regional Office for any deemed requirement to vary from Policy.

Before the Opening Date, confirm that all insurances are in place from the Owner and/or by Hilton.

Act as a strong support to the on-property finance team members on any compliance points, daily processes, team structure, applicable waivers, etc. Assist in identifying the latest document to use to verify compliance with finance policies and procedures before and after hotel opening.

Either remote-based or on-site visit reports will be generated for all properties to summarize Finance-related issues and provide constructive suggestions to address challenges that may arise.

Define and confirm the details of any change in the operating/employing entity.

Act as a liaison between the hotel team and regional teams to provide updates on licensees and insurances, by creating and maintaining comprehensive schedules to track and cross-reference the terms, expiration dates, termination provisions, applicable insurance limits, etc., for all required Licenses, Permits, and Inspections.

Why You’ll Be a Great Fit

• University Preferred Commerce Degree in Accounting and Management.
• At least 5 years of working experience in the hospitality industry. Opening experience preferred.
• At least 3 years of working experience as a manager or a higher position in the hospitality industry.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.
• A resourceful individual who is creative and able to maintain flexibility.
• Good at communication.
• Willing to travel frequently.
• Ability to train, motivate, evaluate, mentor, and direct associates to meet desired ends.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

What It Is Like Working for Hilton

Hilton, the #1 World’s Best Workplace, is a leading global hospitality company with a diverse portfolio of world-class brands. Dedicated to filling the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality, we have welcomed more than 3 billion guests in our more-than 100-year history. Hilton is proud to have an award-winning workplace culture and we are consistently named among one of the World’s Best Workplaces. Check out the Hilton Careers blog and Instagram to learn more about what it’s like to be on Team Hilton!