Deputy Director of Finance

Welcome to Sofitel Cairo Downtown, a new destination in the heart of Cairo, combining luxury, elegance, and French art de vivre, We are seeking a visionary and detail-oriented Director of Banquet to join our team. As a key member of our food and beverage leadership, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of our banquet operations, ensuring exceptional customer experiences while maintaining profitability and efficiency.

• Assist in the development and implementation of goals, policies, priorities, and procedures relating to financial management, budget, accounting, and/or payroll
• Supervise and participate in the preparation of various financial statements and reports
• Direct the installation and maintenance of accounting records to show receipts and expenditures
• Monitor and review accounting and related system reports for accuracy and completeness
• Implement and monitor control systems to prevent fraud and manage resources
• Prepare and review budget, revenue, expense, payroll entries, invoices, and other accounting documents
• Explain billing invoices and accounting policies to staff, vendors and clients
• Resolve accounting discrepancies
• Recommend, develop and maintain financial databases, computer software systems and manual filing systems
• Interact with internal and external auditors in completing audits
• Assist in the management of the department budget and forecasts

• Proven experience as an assistant director of finance, finance manager in luxury hotel
• In-depth knowledge of corporate finance and accounting principles, laws and best practices
• Solid knowledge of financial analysis and forecasting
• Proficient in the use of MS Office and financial management software (e.g. SAP)
• An analytical mind with a strategic ability
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities