Director of Finance - Abu Dhabi
Job description / Role
Employment: Full Time
Company description
At Tivoli, we blend timeless elegance with a passion for delivering exceptional experiences. As a part of the Minor Hotels group, you'll join a global family committed to excellence, growth, and innovation. This is your opportunity to play a key role in shaping the financial success of one of Muscat's premier luxury destinations.
The new Tivoli property will comprise 80 hotel rooms and 100 fully serviced apartments, along with a 230-foot rooftop pool, fitness center, ballroom, four meeting rooms, and an Anantara spa. Overlooking the 18-hole Muscat Hills Golf Course, LA VIE will comprise Tivoli Muscat Hotel & Residences, 22 apartments, office space, and clubhouse amenities.
An additional residential complex within LA VIE will also boast 22 apartments and eight independent luxury villas.
Job description
Position overview
Tivoli Muscat is seeking a strategic and results-driven Director of Finance to lead our finance function. This role is critical to ensuring the financial health, sustainability, and profitability of the hotel, while maintaining alignment with Tivoli Hotels & Resorts' standards and local regulatory requirements.
You will oversee all financial operations including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, cash flow management, and internal controls. As a key member of the executive leadership team, you will provide financial insights and support strategic decision-making across all departments.
Key responsibilities- Financial leadership: Lead the finance team, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with international and local accounting standards.
- Strategic planning: Partner with the General Manager and department heads to develop long-term financial strategies that align with the hotel's objectives.
- Budgeting & forecasting: Oversee the preparation and management of annual budgets, financial forecasts, and variance analysis.
- Financial reporting: Ensure timely and accurate reporting of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports to corporate and regulatory bodies.
- Compliance & risk management: Maintain internal controls and ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and hotel policies. Oversee audits and tax reporting.
- Operational efficiency: Drive cost control initiatives and support department heads in optimizing financial performance and operational efficiency.
- Team development: Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing finance team with a focus on continuous improvement and career development.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Master's degree or MBA preferred)
- Professional accounting qualification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CA)
- Minimum 8 to 10 years of progressive financial experience in hospitality, with at least 3 years in a senior leadership role
- Strong knowledge of financial regulations, tax laws, and accounting standards in Oman or the GCC region
- Proficiency in financial systems and hotel ERP software (e.g., Sun, Opera, SAP)
- Exceptional analytical, leadership, and communication skills
- Fluent in English (Arabic is a plus)
Company Industry: Travel, Hotel & Tourism
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