Summary
Accor is hiring a Finance Manager for a hotel in Doha. The role leads the finance and accounting department and oversees budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, cash flow, accounts, cost control, and audit coordination. The manager also analyzes hotel revenue and performance and provides financial insights to support operational and investment decisions. Applicants should have 5–8 years of finance or accounting experience, including 2–3 years in a supervisory or managerial role; hotel experience is preferred.
The posting
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Company Description
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Job Description
1. Financial Planning, Budgeting, and Revenue Management
- Prepare annual budgets, forecasts, and business plans; monitor departmental budgets and expenses.
- Analyze variances between actual and budgeted results.
- Monitor room revenue, food and beverage revenue, and other income streams.
- Analyze occupancy rates, Average Daily Rate (ADR), and Revenue per Available Room (RevPAR).
- Work closely with sales and revenue management teams to maximize profitability.
2. Financial Reporting
- Prepare daily, weekly, monthly, and annual financial reports including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports.
- Present financial performance reports to hotel management and owners.
3. Cash Flow, Treasury, and Accounts Management
- Manage hotel cash flow, working capital, and bank accounts.
- Supervise Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR); ensure timely collection of guest, corporate, and travel agent payments.
- Review payroll processes and ensure accurate processing of salaries, benefits, and statutory payments.
4. Cost Control and Asset Management
- Control operating costs across all departments and identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Review purchasing activities and inventory usage.
- Oversee inventory controls and monitor fixed assets and depreciation records.
5. Internal Controls, Compliance, and Audit
- Establish and maintain financial policies and procedures ensuring compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and company policies.
- Safeguard hotel assets and prevent fraud.
- Coordinate internal and external audits; implement audit recommendations and corrective actions.
6. Team Leadership and Development
- Lead and supervise the finance and accounting department.
- Train, develop, and evaluate finance staff; provide coaching and performance feedback.
7. Strategic Financial Analysis
- Provide financial analysis for hotel projects, investments, and operational improvements.
- Support management decision-making through financial insights and business opportunity evaluation.
Qualifications
- Minimum 5–8 years of finance or accounting experience
- At least 2–3 years in a supervisory or managerial role
- Previous experience in the hospitality or hotel industry is highly preferred
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting standards, and hotel accounting systems
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, financial modeling, and data analysis
- Knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, internal controls, and tax regulations
- Strong team leadership, staff development, and decision-making abilities
- Excellent organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to present financial information clearly to stakeholders
- High integrity, strong attention to detail, and analytical thinking abilities
Additional Information
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