Assistant Director of Finance

Sofitel Jabal Omar Makkah (Opening Soon) Assist the Director of Finance in overseeing the hotel's financial operations and accounting functions. Lead budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and monthly financial reporting. Monitor financial performance, GOP, operating expenses, and profitability. Ensure compliance with Accor financial policies, internal controls, IFRS, and local regulations. Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, income audit, and general accounting. Monitor cash flow, working capital, and financial risks. Analyze financial results and provide recommendations to improve operational efficiency and profitability. Support cost control initiatives and ensure effective financial management across all departments. Coordinate internal and external audits and ensure timely resolution of audit findings. Partner with the General Manager and Department Heads on financial and operational decisions. Lead, coach, and develop the Finance team. Ensure timely and accurate month-end and year-end closing processes.

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field. Professional qualification (CPA, ACCA, CMA) is an advantage. Minimum 5 years of experience in hotel finance, preferably within an international luxury hotel brand. Previous experience in a Finance Manager or Assistant Director of Finance role is preferred. Strong knowledge of hotel accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. Good understanding of IFRS, internal controls, and statutory compliance. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and hotel financial systems (Opera, SUN, SAP, or equivalent). Strong analytical, leadership, and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Fluent in English; additional languages are an advantage.

Assist the Director of Finance in overseeing the hotel's financial operations and accounting functions. Lead budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and monthly financial reporting. Monitor financial performance, GOP, operating expenses, and profitability. Ensure compliance with Accor financial policies, internal controls, IFRS, and local regulations. Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, income audit, and general accounting. Monitor cash flow, working capital, and financial risks. Analyze financial results and provide recommendations to improve operational efficiency and profitability. Support cost control initiatives and ensure effective financial management across all departments. Coordinate internal and external audits and ensure timely resolution of audit findings. Partner with the General Manager and Department Heads on financial and operational decisions. Lead, coach, and develop the Finance team. Ensure timely and accurate month-end and year-end closing processes.