Director of Finance Pre Opening Ritz Carlton Diriyah

About The Ritz-Carlton Diriyah

The Ritz-Carlton Diriyah is preparing to open within the historic landscape of Diriyah, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This property aims to blend heritage with contemporary elegance, reflecting the standards of The Ritz-Carlton brand. As a pre-opening hotel, it seeks to establish new benchmarks for luxury hospitality in the region.

Role Overview

The Director of Finance serves as the strategic financial business leader for The Ritz-Carlton Diriyah. This full-time role involves advising the General Manager and ownership group, overseeing all financial and accounting functions, and ensuring strong financial performance. The Director of Finance will also contribute to shaping business strategy, identifying growth opportunities, and ensuring sound governance across operations. This position requires 5-10 years of experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of the hotel’s financial strategy, aligning with property, ownership, and brand objectives.
• Drive budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and business analysis to maximize profitability and return on investment.
• Provide strategic guidance to the General Manager and Executive Committee on financial opportunities, risks, and performance trends.
• Oversee all accounting, reporting, audit, compliance, tax, and control processes, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and integrity.
• Manage working capital, cash flow, and financial resources in line with owner expectations and Marriott standards.
• Identify and implement cost optimization initiatives while maintaining The Ritz-Carlton’s luxury service standards.
• Develop, mentor, and inspire a high-performing finance team through coaching, succession planning, and professional development.
• Build relationships with ownership representatives, corporate stakeholders, and operational leaders to support informed decision-making and long-term growth.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Proven experience in finance leadership within luxury hospitality, hotels, resorts, or complex service-driven environments.
• A strategic mindset with the ability to translate financial data into business insights and operational actions.
• Strong commercial acumen, including expertise in budgeting, forecasting, financial controls, asset management, and profitability enhancement.
• Ability to influence and collaborate with senior stakeholders, ownership groups, and cross-functional teams.
• A leadership style that encourages accountability, development, transparency, and high performance.
• An appreciation for luxury hospitality and an understanding of how financial strategy supports guest experiences.

About Marriott International

Marriott International is a global organization recognized for innovation and career development. The company is committed to being an equal opportunity employer, valuing diverse backgrounds and fostering an inclusive environment. The Ritz-Carlton, part of Marriott International, focuses on delivering exceptional service through its Gold Standards, which guide daily operations and associate interactions. Associates are encouraged to be creative, thoughtful, and compassionate.

Application Information

This role offers an opportunity to lead the financial future of a landmark destination within The Ritz-Carlton brand. The Director of Finance will play a role in shaping the financial strategy and commercial success of The Ritz-Carlton Diriyah.