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About the Role

Accor is seeking a Financial Controller to manage all financial operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and strategic financial guidance. This is a full-time position.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all financial operations, including accounting, reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting.
• Prepare management accounts and performance analysis for leadership review.
• Maintain the integrity of financial data and ensure compliance with group standards.
• Lead annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes in collaboration with management.
• Partner with department heads to ensure accurate cost planning and revenue alignment.
• Monitor financial performance against budgets and provide variance explanations.
• Support commercial teams with financial insights to drive profitability.
• Ensure strong internal controls are implemented and maintained across all finance processes.
• Safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with Accor policies and procedures.
• Ensure full compliance with Saudi financial regulations, tax requirements, and statutory obligations.
• Coordinate internal and external audits.
• Oversee accounts payable, receivable, payroll coordination, and cash management.
• Support procurement and purchasing processes with financial governance.
• Ensure proper cost allocation across departments and revenue streams.
• Act as a trusted financial advisor to the General Manager and leadership team.
• Provide insights to support decision-making, cost optimization, and revenue growth.
• Work closely with operations, HR, and commercial teams to ensure financial alignment.
• Ensure effective use of financial systems and tools, including PMS, ERP, and POS integration where applicable.
• Drive continuous improvement in financial processes and reporting efficiency.
• Support pre-opening financial setup and system implementation if required.
• Support the development of team members within the department.
• Encourage cross-exposure training in other sections and interdepartmental knowledge sharing.
• Foster a culture of growth and belonging within the team and beyond.

Qualifications and Experience

• 5–8+ years of progressive finance experience, ideally within hospitality or resort environments.
• Strong background in financial controlling, accounting, and reporting.
• Experience in pre-opening or remote operations is highly desirable.
• Solid understanding of Saudi financial regulations and IFRS standards.
• Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Professional qualification (CIMA, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent) is preferred.

Required Skills

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail with a strong control mindset.
• Proficiency in financial systems such as Opera, Sun, SAP, or equivalent hospitality ERP systems.