Dual Property Financial Controller (Element City Center Doha and Element West Bay Doha

Position summary

Education and experience

• A four-year bachelor's degree in Finance and Accounting or a related major plus two years of relevant experience, or a master's degree in Finance and Accounting or a related major.

Financial planning and analysis

• Analyze financial data and market trends.
• Forecast sales against expenses and create annual budget plans.
• Monitor actual sales against projected sales and analyze wage variances.
• Develop profit-improvement opportunities by estimating costs and benefits and exploring new business opportunities.
• Support sound financial and business decision making and protect the property's competitive advantage.

Accounting and controls

• Maintain a strong accounting and operational control environment to safeguard assets, improve operations, and manage business risks.
• Submit timely reports and ensure profits and losses are documented accurately.
• Ensure the P&L is accurate and costs are matched to revenue and recorded in proper accounts.
• Monitor applicable taxes and oversee internal, external, and regulatory audit processes.
• Ensure compliance with standard and local operating procedures and correct audit issues when necessary.

Leadership and stakeholders

• Lead and develop accounting teams, assign clear accountability, and hold staff responsible for performance.
• Advise the general manager and executive committee on operating and financial issues.
• Attend owner meetings and communicate financial results, priorities, and strategic context.
• Understand and address the needs and return-on-investment expectations of owners, corporate stakeholders, and guests.
• Communicate financial concepts clearly and persuasively.

People development

• Ensure team members are cross-trained to support daily operations.
• Administer property policies fairly and consistently.
• Ensure new hires complete department orientation and receive appropriate training.
• Create development plans based on team members' strengths, needs, aspirations, and abilities.