Finance Manager

Roles and responsibilities

• Interact with department and Hotel staff in a professional and positive manner to foster good rapport, promote team spirit and ensure effective two-way communication.
• Attend the daily administration of the accounting office and identify and resolve problems in conjunction with respective members of staff.
• Liaise with other Department Heads regarding their performance against budget and provide them with information and training as required.
• Participate in the taking of all inventories and verification of extensions.
• Review and verify accounts payable input and output, accounts receivable posting and billing.
• Maintain cash control over receipts, house banks, bank account reconciliation and submitting required data to the Home Office.
• Maintain control over the accounting function, to include:
• Preparation and review of information to be posted to subsidiary and General Ledgers.
• Reconciliation of general Ledger account balances.
• Analysis of operating ledger accounts' balances.
• Closing ledgers and preparation of month end reports.
• Ensuring that all financial transactions are recorded in accordance with accepted accounting principles.
• Supervise and coordinate the month-end close to ensure timely compliance to reporting timetable.
• Sign (Supervise) cheques and ensure A/P has reviewed authority and coded correctly.
• Control (including monthly reconciliation) the replacement reserve account.
• Review the travel agency commission payments.
• Ensure that all inter-company accounts reconcile - both receivables and payable. Include reservation license fees to USA and accruing SCI.
• Ensure that all Balance Sheet subsidiary ledgers reconcile to general Ledger and review of journals posted by income Auditor.
• Ensure that A/R maintains tight control over average age of debtors and if necessary instigate credit meetings.
• Together with Director Finance, monitor cash flow.
• Produce forecasts and assist in preparation of fiscal budgets and re-forecasts.
• Coordinate and prepare the Monthly Outlook / Forecast.
• Participate in the preparation of budgets, re-forecasts and strategic plans.
• Prepare cash flow forecasts / projections.
• Prepare and/or review daily, weekly and monthly reports in accordance with reporting calendars, ensuring that all reports for which the Financial Controller is responsible are submitted on a timely basis.
• Assist the Director of Finance in preparation of special analysis as may be requested by hotel Operations team members or Home Office personnel.
• Prepare management reports as required.
• Prepare any necessary project status summary and additions/disposals to owners' fixed asset schedule reports.
• Assist with F & B quarterly reports.
• Assist in monitoring of operating department's compliance to corporate and internal policies and procedures, and to implement new policies and procedures where necessary.
• Ensure that all corporate reporting requirements and code of ethics are adhered to.
• Together with Director Finance, monitor cash flow forecast.
• Ensuring correct taxes are being paid.
• Review tenants and lessees' leases and rent reports, maintaining both at current status and auditing their annual financial returns.
• Review hotel management contract to ensure compliance.
• Knowledge of computer system contingency plans.
• Deputize as the Director Finance as and when required.
• Accountable and expected to fully comply with the company's OSHMS (Occupational, Safety & Health Management System) policies, OSHMS procedures & operational work instructions and any other relevant legislation.

Desired candidate profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field; professional certifications (e.g., CPA, CA, ACCA) are preferred.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of relevant experience in financial management, ideally in the hospitality industry or luxury operations.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting standards, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Familiarity with local tax regulations, labour laws, and compliance requirements in Doha.
• Excellent knowledge of cash flow management, cost control, and internal controls.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and other analytical tools.
• Good reading, writing, and oral proficiency in English; knowledge of Arabic or other languages is an advantage.
  

Competencies

• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and guide a diverse team.
• Service-oriented mindset with a keen eye for detail.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to drive financial performance and resolve complex issues.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic and high-pressure environment.
• Effective communicator with strong presentation and influencing skills.
• Multicultural awareness and ability to collaborate with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Flexible and adaptable to change, with a proactive and innovative approach.
• Self-motivated, energetic, and capable of working independently while fostering a collaborative team environment.
• Passionate about continuous learning and applying new knowledge to enhance operations and personal growth.