Director of Finance

2 days ago


Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Nathan HR Human Resources Full time 4,200,000 - 9,600,000 per year

Role Overview

Position: Director of Finance (Corporate Office)

Location: Dubai, UAE
Reports To: CEO 
Team: 1 direct report (Corporate Finance Accountant)
Scope: Overseeing finance operations across UAE & KSA hotel portfolio 

About the Role

Our client is a hotel management company, and they're looking for a Director of Finance, who will oversee the consolidated financial operations for all of their managed hotels across the UAE and KSA. Each property has its own finance department that submits monthly reports to the corporate office. The incumbent will lead the review process, analyze performance, identify improvement areas, and ensure accurate forecasting and financial governance across all business units. 

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting aligned with corporate strategy
  • Ensure full compliance with IFRS and USALI standards
  • Oversee internal controls, audits, and risk management across all entities
  • Conduct monthly financial review meetings with hotel finance heads
  • Provide analytical insight to support business decisions and improve profitability
  • Manage cash flow, CAPEX, tax compliance, and insurance policies
  • Liaise with ownership, auditors, and external stakeholders
  • Guide and mentor finance teams to strengthen group-wide financial capability
  • Drive process improvement, automation, and operational efficiency

Qualifications & Experience

  • 10+ years of senior-level finance experience in the hospitality industry (mandatory)
  • Chartered Accountant or postgraduate degree in Finance/Accounting
  • Strong background in IFRS, USALI, and audit practices
  • Experience reporting to ownership or board-level stakeholders
  • Familiarity with hospitality systems (SAP, Oracle, Opera, or SunSystems)
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and analytical skills
  • Fluency in English; Arabic is an advantage

Compensation & Benefits

  • Salary: AED 35,000 40,000 per month
  • Family Status: Spouse + up to 2 children (under 18 years) visa, medical insurance, and annual air tickets
  • Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM 6:00 PM

Company Culture

Our client is a stable, team-oriented organization known for its integrity and long-term focus.
The company maintained its workforce even during COVID-19 with no job cuts reflecting its commitment to people and business continuity.
The team is diverse, collaborative, and supportive, yet also performance-driven and demanding, ensuring high professional standards while fostering mutual respect and teamwork.


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