Cluster Director Of Finance

Job Summary

1. Financial Management & Reporting

• Lead the preparation and management of annual budgets forecasts and long-term financial plans for the cluster.

• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of:

  • Monthly financial statements

  • Management reports

  • Owner and corporate reports

• Analyze financial performance and provide clear insights variance analysis and recommendations to management.

2. Operational & Business Support

• Act as a financial advisor to department heads providing analytical support to improve operational performance.

• Monitor departmental costs and implement effective cost control measures without compromising service quality.

• Support revenue optimization initiatives in collaboration with Revenue Management and Sales teams.

3. Compliance Governance & Risk Management

• Ensure full compliance with:

  • Accor financial policies and procedures

  • Local laws and regulations (ZATCA Ministry of HR Ministry of Tourism etc.)

• Maintain strong internal controls and conduct continuous audits of:

  • Revenue

  • Expenses

  • Assets and inventories

• Identify financial risks and implement mitigation strategies.

4. Accounting & Control

• Oversee all accounting activities including:

  • Accounts Receivable & Payable

  • General Ledger

  • Fixed Assets

  • Inventory controls

• Ensure all financial records are maintained in accordance with the Uniform System of Accounts for Hotels.

• Supervise receiving storing and issuing procedures to ensure compliance with approved controls.

5. Leadership & Team Management

• Lead coach and develop the cluster finance team fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

• Ensure proper training and development of finance team members on systems policies and procedures.

• Build strong collaboration with operational departments across both hotels.

6. Strategic Planning & Business Development

• Support the Cluster General Manager in:

  • Strategic planning

  • Feasibility studies

  • Business cases and investment evaluations

• Assess financial implications of new initiatives renovations or operational changes.

• Support ownership and Accor in evaluating long-term value creation opportunities.

7. Stakeholder & External Relations

• Maintain strong relationships with:

  • Owners

  • Banks and financial institutions

  • Government authorities

• Coordinate with external auditors tax consultants and regulatory bodies.

• Act as the main financial point of contact for ownership and corporate finance.

Additional Duties

• Ensure the safekeeping and proper use of all financial systems and equipment.

• Perform any other related duties as assigned by management in line with the role.

Qualifications :

Bachelors Degree in Finance Accounting Business Administration or related field

Professional certification is highly preferred such as:

CPA / ACCA / CMA / CA

Additional Information :

Other Requirements

• Ability to manage cluster operations across multiple properties

• Strong stakeholder management skills (owners auditors banks government entities)

• Capability to work under pressure and meet strict reporting deadlines

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time

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