Mandarin Oriental Downtown, Dubai is looking for an Assistant Director
of Finance to join our Finance department.
Are you a master of craft?
Do you thrive in a team that succeeds together, demonstrating integrity
and respect while acting responsibly? Do you embrace a growth mindset? We invite
you to become a fan of the exceptional.
Mandarin Oriental is
the award-winning owner and operator of some of the most luxurious hotels,
resorts and residences located in prime destinations around the world, with
a strong development pipeline. Increasingly recognised for creating some of
the world’s most sought-after properties, the Group provides legendary service
inspired by Asian heritage whilst representing the very cutting-edge of luxury
experiences.
Located within Wasl Tower on Sheikh Zayed Road, Mandarin
Oriental Downtown, Dubai offers an elevated expression of modern hospitality
in the heart of the city.
Designed by UNStudio, the tower sets a distinctive architectural tone, while
the hotel’s 259 guestrooms and suites reflect contemporary, design-led living
with panoramic views across the Dubai skyline. The hotel’s dining portfolio
includes Yù & Mì, Chitarra, Noia by the Pool, as well as Majestas Group concepts
Billionaire, Lion in the Sun and FB1, with forthcoming openings including Osaka,
Pavilion Dubai by Yannick Alléno, and a street-level urban eatery. Additional
features include a rooftop helipad, a two-story spa and wellness sanctuary,
landscaped rooftop pools and versatile event spaces. The Residences at Mandarin
Oriental Downtown, Dubai are set to open by 2027.
About
the job
Based at the Mandarin Oriental Downtown, Dubai within
the Finance Department in Dubai, the Assistant Director of Finance
is responsible to manage the complete day to day accounting, to lead
the complete finance team and finance department and to represent the Director
of Finance in his absence. Assistant Director of Finance reports to the Director
of Finance.
As an Assistant Director of Finance, you will
be responsible for the following duties:
- Lead and oversee
all Finance & Accounting functions, acting as the Director of Finance’s delegate
when required, while supervising accounting, payroll, accounts
payable/receivable, income audit, materials management, and cost control
teams. - Ensure accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting,
including P&L statements, balance sheet reconciliations, budgets, forecasts,
management reports, month-end closing, financial analysis, and communication
of results to leadership and stakeholders. - Maintain strong financial
governance through effective internal controls, cash flow management, approvals,
audit coordination, policy compliance, asset management, inventory valuation,
and adherence to legal, tax, licensing, and corporate requirements.
- Provide financial leadership to hotel operations by analyzing business
performance, identifying risks and opportunities, supporting corrective action
plans, advising department heads, and contributing to strategic and operational
decision-making. - Manage accounts receivable, cash disbursements,
rebates, allowances, payroll controls, capital expenditures, and owner/company
reporting to ensure accuracy, compliance, and optimal financial
performance. - Develop, lead, and mentor finance-related teams
by supporting recruitment, succession planning, training, performance
management, policy communication, and fostering a culture of accountability,
integrity, compliance, and continuous improvement.
As
an Assistant Director of Finance, we expect from you:
- Degree or Diploma in Finance with a minimum of 6 years of accounting
experience, including at least 1 year in a similar supervisory or leadership
role. - Strong expertise in hotel finance and accounting operations,
with experience managing financial reporting, reconciliations, budgeting,
forecasting, and internal controls. - Proficient in hospitality systems,
including POS and PMS platforms such as Opera, PSMS, Info Genesis,
and Micros. - Hands-on experience with SUN System or a similar hotel
accounting system, with the ability to support accurate financial management
and reporting. - Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret
financial data, identify trends and variances, and provide meaningful business
insights. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English,
supported by advanced Microsoft Office proficiency, particularly in Excel
and Word.
Our commitment to you
- Learning & Development.
Your success is our success. We craft unique learning and development programmes
for various stages in your career so that you grow, continuously.
- MOstay. When you work as hard as our colleagues do, it’s important to take
time off. As a member of the #MOfamily, you can stay with us wherever you go
in the world. The MOstay programme offers complimentary nights and additionally
attractive rates on rooms for you and your loved ones. - Heath &
Colleague Wellness.
Finding the right work-life balance is important. Your wellbeing matters to
us. A variety of health benefits and wellness programmes are offered to all our
colleagues, globally. - Colleague Comfort and Convenience: Benefit
from comfortable accommodation, a duty transportation, and duty meals to ensure
your work experience is both enjoyable and hassle-free. - Competitive
Salary and Benefits: We offer a competitive salary and an attractive benefits
package, fully aligned with UAE industry standards, to ensure your financial
well-being and stability.
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