Director of Finance
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About the Role
Rixos Hotels seeks a Director of Finance to oversee financial operations at a large resort in Doha. The role blends hands-on oversight with strategic analysis, including budgeting, forecasting, and team leadership.
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Responsibilities
- Oversee all accounting functions including general ledger, accounts payable, payroll, and financial reporting
- Ensure accuracy and timeliness of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
- Maintain strong internal controls and a transparent system of checks and balances
- Coordinate and oversee annual audits, tax filings, and regulatory compliance
- Lead the annual budgeting process and ongoing financial forecasting
- Develop and maintain financial models to support operational and strategic decision making
- Provide variance analysis and actionable insights to leadership
- Partner with leadership on long range planning, capital investments, and business strategy
- Oversee cash flow management and forecasting
- Provide oversight and support to the Accounting Manager and the accounting team
Requirements
- Minimum 5 10 years of progressive experience in a Director of Finance or equivalent senior financial leadership role at a large resort or hospitality property within the Middle East
- Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration, or professional certification (CA, CPA, or equivalent)
- Demonstrated expertise in financial compliance, regulatory requirements, and audit management
- Proven experience with financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting in a complex operational environment
- Strong proficiency in financial systems, accounting software, and data analysis tools
- Excellent understanding of internal controls, risk management, and financial governance frameworks
- Demonstrated ability to lead and develop accounting teams
- Exceptional analytical and problem solving skills
- Strong communication and presentation skills
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Company Description
- Rixos Premium Qetaifan Island North offers guests a luxurious breakaway to an island packed with entertainment and adventure.
Job Description
- Director of Finance blends hands on financial oversight with forward looking analysis, supporting both day to day operations and longer term strategic initiatives.
- The Director of Finance will work closely with the Managing Director and department leaders to strengthen financial processes, improve visibility into performance, and ensure the property operates efficiently and sustainably.
- This position also required presenting financial data and interpretation to the ownership.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee all accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable, payroll, and financial reporting
- Ensure accuracy and timeliness of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
- Maintain strong internal controls and a transparent system of checks and balances
- Coordinate and oversee annual audits, tax filings, and regulatory compliance
- Review and analyze financial performance, identifying trends and areas for improvement
- Lead the annual budgeting process and ongoing financial forecasting
- Develop and maintain financial models to support operational and strategic decision making
- Provide variance analysis and actionable insights to leadership
- Support department heads in managing budgets and understanding financial performance
- Evaluate cost structures and identify opportunities for efficiency and expense control
- Partner with leadership on long range planning, capital investments, and business strategy
- Oversee cash flow management and forecasting
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 5 10 years of progressive experience in a Director of Finance or equivalent senior financial leadership role at a large resort or hospitality property within the Middle East
- Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration, or professional certification (CA, CPA, or equivalent)
- Demonstrated expertise in financial compliance, regulatory requirements, and audit management
- Proven experience with financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting in a complex operational environment
- Strong proficiency in financial systems, accounting software, and data analysis tools
- Excellent understanding of internal controls, risk management, and financial governance frameworks
- Demonstrated ability to lead and develop accounting teams while fostering a culture of accountability and accuracy
- Exceptional analytical and problem solving skills with the ability to translate financial data into actionable business insights
- Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively present financial information to senior leadership and ownership
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in the hospitality, theme park, or water park industry
- Background in managing capital projects, construction budgeting, and ROI analysis
- Experience with cash flow management and banking relationship development
- Knowledge of property management systems and integrated financial reporting platforms
- Prior experience supporting strategic planning and long range financial forecasting initiatives
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