Director Of Finance And Business Support

Job description / Role

Company Description

Fairmont Bab Al Bahr is a 5-star Abu Dhabi beach resort with a stunning setting on Abu Dhabi Creek. Our luxurious urban hideaway offers unparalleled panoramas over the glittering white-marble minarets of iconic Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. Alongside exquisite restaurants and bars, Fairmont Abu Dhabi boasts 366 spacious rooms, suites, and a villa. Designed with discerning business and leisure guests in mind, our incomparable facilities include a private beach, pool, meeting rooms, and a magnificent ballroom for lavish celebrations.

Job Description

The Director of Finance and Business Support (DOF) is responsible for:

• Providing strategic leadership and financial insights to operations leaders, partners, executive committees, and department heads.
• Developing and managing key relationships with division heads and senior managers to provide financial support and understanding of short and long-term financial plans.
• Overseeing financial planning, reporting, and analysis, including budget preparation, benchmarking, and performance analysis.
• Ensuring compliance with Accor Policies and Procedures, ownership requirements, and relevant contractual agreements.
• Developing and maintaining control systems to ensure compliance and manage risk.
• Leading talent management initiatives within the finance department, including staffing optimization and succession planning.
• Interacting with ownership groups, asset managers, and other external stakeholders to effectively control business assets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Business, Finance, or related field with Accounting Designation (CPA or MBA preferred), plus a minimum of 5 years of experience as Director of Finance, preferably in progressively complex hotel environments.
• Demonstrated expertise in financial planning, reporting, analysis, and capital project management, with strong knowledge of GAAP regulations and hotel industry financial practices.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to develop teams, communicate effectively at all levels, and influence business decisions based on analytical data.
• Proficiency in accounting systems and financial software for reporting, analysis, and presentation.
• Experience in managing complex hotel, resort, or membership units, with the ability to understand and address economic and financial issues impacting the business.

About the Company

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From luxury to economy and in every corner of the globe, AccorHotels'​ more than 20 brands meet all the needs of business and leisure travelers seeking comfort, attention and high-quality services.