Franchise Hotel - Director of Finance
Hotel Brand: VOCO Hotels
Location: United Arab Emirates, Dubai
Hotel: VX Monaco Hotel – Dubai World Islands - (DXBCA)
Job number: FRDXBCA4164
This job posting is for a position at a Hotel owned and operated by an independent franchisee, not by IHG or its affiliates. IHG has no involvement in the hiring or day-to-day employment policies or practices of franchisees.
By clicking the apply button, you will be applying for a position with an independently owned and operated franchise hotel, not with IHG or its affiliates, and IHG will not be your employer.
About Us
Join voco™ hotels where every hotel has its unique charm, and our thoughtful hosts create a home away from home. Step by step, we're on a journey towards a sustainable future, treating the planet the same way we do our guests. Seeking individuals with as much character as our vibrant hotels. If you thrive on genuine hospitality, your place is with us at voco™ hotels
Your day to day
Bottom line? We’re looking for a new Director of Finance for managing 452 room hotel, comfortable with balancing the books when it comes to managing the needs of owners, auditors and regulatory agencies while also monitoring and improving hotel profitability. In return, we’ll put our financial operations and the security of our hotel assets in your expert hands.
Every day is different, but you’ll mostly be:
● Managing and coaching your team to ensure the right person is always on the right task
● Setting exceptional accounting practice standards and ensuring financial control procedures remain ethical and legal
● Maximising financial returns through financial analysis, data trends and market information – while budgeting accordingly
● Enhancing the guest experience through improved payment options, inventory controls and financial dispute resolution
● Supervising a number of clerical accounting employees across a range of functions – from Accounts Payable to Purchasing and Payroll.
What we need from you
● Bachelor’s degree / higher education qualification / equivalent in Accounting and Finance
● 4-8 years’ experience in hotel accounting or auditing with at least one year as Director of Finance or three years as Assistant Controller or similar leadership role, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
● Knowledge of accounting management duties e.g., negotiating hotel space and tenant leases, processing payroll, performing asset management duties, providing business projections, displacement analysis, preparing government reports, filing tax returns etc
● Professional accounting or finance designation or certification preferred
What we offer
We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life.
We welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. We are an equal opportunity employer and offer opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
So, join us and you’ll become part of our hotel family.
Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.
