Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Hospitality / Hotel / Finance
Experience Required: Hospitality Finance & Pre-opening Experience Required
Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in Finance / Accounting
Salary Range: AED 10,000 – 11,000 per month
Focus: Pre-opening Setup & Cost Control
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About the Opportunity
Our client is a professional and performance-driven leader in Dubai’s hospitality landscape, currently launching a prestigious new hotel and serviced apartment project. The organization is dedicated to delivering high-quality financial solutions and operational excellence from the ground up.
Operating on a philosophy of financial integrity, operational excellence, and strategic hospitality governance, the organization believes that rigorous fiscal governance and disciplined pre-opening setup are the cornerstones of institutional stability and long-term success.
By joining their professional human resources and executive finance team in Dubai, you will become part of an environment that values financial mastery, technical innovation, and the strategic growth of diverse hospitality portfolios.
Position Title: Finance Manager – Hospitality
We are seeking a skilled, experienced, and strategic Finance Manager to oversee the financial operations of our new hotel project in Dubai.
This role is ideal for a finance professional with deep expertise in hospitality finance and hotel pre-opening operations. You will be responsible for establishing pre-opening financial systems, budgeting, forecasting, and implementing rigorous cost-control measures to ensure long-term financial efficiency.
If you hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Accounting (CPA or CMA preferred), have proven experience in hospitality finance and hotel pre-opening environments, and possess strong analytical skills, we encourage you to apply.
Key Responsibilities
As a Finance Manager, your daily responsibilities will include:
1. Financial Reporting & Budgeting
You will manage financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting to meet management and pre-opening targets.
2. Cost Control Systems
You will maintain 100% precision in cost control systems and operational setup, ensuring financial efficiency from day one.
3. Financial Compliance
You will liaise with the human resources department and operational teams to facilitate professional organizational reporting and financial compliance.
4. Strategic Financial Analysis
You will analyze financial data and property metrics to provide strategic insights for long-term financial performance.
5. Hotel Finance Systems
You will utilize digital information technology tools and specialized hotel finance systems to ensure accuracy in all financial planning activities.
6. Pre-opening Financial Setup
You will establish financial policies, procedures, and systems for the new hotel project, including chart of accounts, internal controls, and reporting frameworks.
Requirements
To be considered for this Finance Manager position, candidates must meet the following criteria:
Essential Requirements:
- Educational Qualification: A Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related professional field is required.
- Professional Certification: Certifications such as CPA or CMA are preferred.
- Experience: Proven professional experience specifically within hospitality finance and hotel pre-opening environments.
- Financial Systems: Strong background in hotel-specific financial reporting, forecasting, and cost efficiency measures.
- Operational Knowledge: Strong understanding of hospitality accounting standards and operational workflows.
- Team Leadership: Ability to lead teams in a fast-paced environment.
- Soft Skills: Operational excellence, strong analytical mindset, and excellent communication skills.
What the Employer Offers
- Monthly Salary: AED 10,000 to 11,000, based on experience and qualifications.
- Job Stability: A stable and influential leadership role within a reputable hospitality excellence organization.
- Meaningful Role: Direct involvement in managing essential fiscal protocols and high-impact pre-opening initiatives.
- Professional Growth: Significant opportunities for professional development and career advancement in international hotel finance.
- Exciting Project: Be part of launching a prestigious new hotel and serviced apartment.
Why Work as a Finance Manager in Dubai’s Hospitality Sector?
Dubai is a global hub for luxury hospitality and tourism. Here is why finance professionals thrive in this sector:
| Advantage | Description |
|---|---|
| Booming Hospitality Sector | Dubai has numerous new hotel openings |
| Pre-opening Experience Value | Highly sought-after expertise |
| Tax-Free Salary | Your monthly income of AED 10,000–11,000 is completely tax-free |
| Career Progression | Finance Managers can advance to Regional Finance Manager, Financial Controller, or CFO roles |
| International Exposure | Work with global hospitality standards |
Ideal Candidate Profile
This position is well-suited for:
- Finance professionals with hospitality industry experience
- Candidates with hotel pre-opening experience
- CPA or CMA qualified professionals (preferred)
- Those who enjoy establishing new financial systems
- Strategic thinkers with strong analytical skills
Key Skills for Success
| Skill | Why It Matters |
|---|---|
| Hotel Pre-opening Experience | Essential for setting up financial systems |
| Hospitality Finance | Core industry knowledge required |
| Budgeting & Forecasting | Critical for pre-opening planning |
| Cost Control | Ensures financial efficiency |
| Financial Reporting | Provides management with insights |
| Team Leadership | Guides finance team effectively |
Key Responsibilities Summary
| Responsibility | Description |
|---|---|
| Financial Reporting | Budgeting and forecasting |
| Cost Control | Implement efficiency measures |
| Pre-opening Setup | Establish financial systems |
| Strategic Analysis | Provide property metrics insights |
| Compliance | Ensure financial policies adherence |
| Team Leadership | Lead finance team |
How to Apply
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