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With thousands of hotels in over 100 countries and territories, Hilton offers countless opportunities to delight. From an open door to a welcoming smile and an exceptional experience, we offer the millions of travellers who stay with us every year a welcome they will never forget. In addition to our flagship brand, Hilton Hotels & Resorts, the family of brands includes Waldorf Astoria, LXR, Conrad, Canopy, Curio Collection, DoubleTree, Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton and many others.

If you appreciate the impact global travel can have on the world, you may be just the person we are looking for to work as a Hilton Team Member. Because it’s with Hilton where we never forget the reason we're here: to delight our guests, Team Members, and owners alike.

As the Director of Finance, you will take charge of the hotel’s financial operations, providing strategic guidance to ensure profitability, compliance, and sustainable growth. You will be responsible for financial planning, reporting, budgeting, and compliance, working closely with the senior leadership team to align financial strategies with the hotel’s business objectives.

Your role will include leading the finance team, optimizing financial processes, and providing actionable insights to support decision-making. With a strong focus on compliance, risk management, and operational efficiency, you will play a critical role in maintaining the financial integrity and success of the hotel.

What will I be doing?

As the Director of Finance, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

•Strategic Financial Leadership:

Develops and implements financial strategies that align with the hotel’s goals and objectives.

Provides financial guidance to the General Manager and senior leadership team to support strategic decision-making.

•Budgeting & Forecasting:

Oversees the preparation and management of annual budgets and financial forecasts.

Monitors financial performance, identifies variances, and implements corrective actions to ensure targets are met.

•Financial Reporting & Analysis:

Ensures accurate and timely preparation of financial statements, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports.

Conducts financial analyses to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.

•Compliance & Risk Management:

Ensures compliance with local financial regulations, company policies, and international accounting standards.

Identifies financial risks and develops strategies to mitigate them.

•Team Leadership & Development:

Leads and mentors the finance team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

Sets performance goals for the team and ensures professional development opportunities are available.

•Cost Control & Process Optimization:

Implements and monitors cost control measures to maximize efficiency and profitability.

Reviews and optimizes financial processes to enhance accuracy and operational performance.

•Audit Support & Coordination:

Manages internal and external audits, ensuring timely and accurate provision of documentation.

Addresses audit findings and ensures implementation of recommended improvements.

•Collaboration & Communication:

Works closely with other department heads to ensure alignment on financial and operational objectives.

Communicates financial results and strategies effectively to stakeholders.

What are we looking for?

To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; ACCA, CPA, CMA.

• Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in financial management, with at least 3 years in a senior leadership role, preferably in the hospitality industry.

• Pre-opening experience is an added advantage.

• Extensive knowledge of financial reporting standards, budgeting, and forecasting.

• Possess system skills in OnQ, Check SCM, SUN, OPERA / OnQ PMS, MICROS.

• Proficient in Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

• Strong leadership and team management abilities.

• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively across departments and with stakeholders.

• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travellers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!

Job: Finance

Title: Director of Finance (Pre-Opening)

Location: null

Requisition ID: HOT0BA17

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