Assistant Director of Finance

Fairmont Riyadh is luxurious five-star hotel where Fairmont renowned brand embraces the local culture of Saudi Arabia. 
Our luxury hotel located in the Business Gate Complex with direct access to more than 60 corporates. Fairmont Riyadh is the nearest luxury hotel from King Khaled international airport (Riyadh Airport) with an easy access to Riyadh Front, Granada Business Park,“KAFD” King Abdullah Financial District , Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Center "RICEC" & Princess Nora University.

Fairmont Riyadh comprises of spacious 298 Rooms and suites, selection of 5 world-class dinning options, convention center with 4,500 sqm of meeting spaces completed with sophisticated events and wedding facilities. The hotel features an array of lifestyle choices to men, offered by Gentlemen’s Tonic Spa and Fairmont Riyadh Fitness center including indoor pool. 
Ladies are also invited to escape the routine and treat themselves with our Ladies Lounge; spa, pampering beauty salon and boutique gym.

Reporting to the Director of Finance & Business Support, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:           

• Oversee day to day operations of Finance Department, namely credit, AR, AP (Centralized Accounting), payroll, and general cashier
• Develop an engaged, enthusiastic and service driven team of finance professionals
• Assist in the talent selection process, talent management cycle, and performance management of team members
• Assist in the preparation of financial operating statements and reports in accordance with Corporate Policies, procedures, and regulations
• Assist departments in the interpretation, orientation, training and analysis of revenue, payroll and expense matters
• Maintain system of accounts and controls, providing accurate data necessary for all required accounting reports and statements
• Actively involved in ensuring clean internal and external audit reports through compliance with all standards, policies, and procedures
• Prepare and post journal entries, ensuring efficient completion of all month-end functions for review with the Director of Finance & Business Support
• Monitor, supervise and prepare month-end balance sheet account reconciliation and analysis
• Participate in the creation of the Annual Operating & Capital Budgets, Strategic Plan and Monthly Operating Forecasts
• Coordinate and ensure that all daily, semi-monthly and monthly management reports are issued on a timely and accurate basis
• Assist in the effective utilization and integration of hotel and financial technology systems, including software applications, current and future
• Assist Departmental Leaders with financials, systems, audit, and labor management tools
• Actively contribute to hotel overall leadership and direction
• Other tasks as assigned

• Minimum of 3 years leadership experience in accepted accounting practices and principles required
• University/College degree in a related discipline required
• Excellent communication and organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Proven leadership and coaching skills with a track record of developing highly motivated and cross-trained group of progressive finance professionals
• High level of proficiency with finance systems and Microsoft Office Applications, namely Excel, GFS/SUN, Hyperion, POS Silverware, and Opera Cloud
• Ability to lead by example, believe in a strong team culture and set the scene for high performance