Director - Finance - Jumeirah Saadiyat Island

Director - Finance - Jumeirah Saadiyat Island

United Arab Emirates

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Job Description

About Jumeirah

Jumeirah, a global leader in luxury hospitality and a member of Dubai Holding, operates a portfolio of 31 exceptional properties across 13 countries in the Middle East, Europe, Asia, and Africa. In 1999, Jumeirah changed the face of luxury hospitality with the opening of the iconic Jumeirah Burj Al Arab and since then the brand has become known for its distinguished beachfront resorts, esteemed city hotels, and exclusive branded residences. Jumeirah is synonymous with Arabian luxury hospitality and the ability to craft distinctive, purposeful experiences for the world’s most discerning travellers.

About Jumeirah Saadiyat Island:

Nestled within Abu Dhabi’s pristine coastline, Jumeirah Saadiyat Island is one of Jumeirah’s flagship eco-conscious properties and the first in the Middle East to earn the Ocean Champion Badge from The Oceanic Standard. The resort offers direct beachfront access, a range of ocean-inspired accommodation including private villas, seven dining venues, and a dedicated wellness centre and spa, with innovative treatments and therapies.

About the Job

• To oversee the Accounting and purchasing department in the hotel and ensure its smooth running so that all financial and management reports are accurate and available by their due dates.
• Ensure all balance sheet accounts are fully reconciled and reviewed every month and discrepancies are immediately identified and corrected.
• Establish strong cash management controls, prepare monthly cash flow forecasts, and recommend actions accordingly.
• Direct and lead the process for preparation of annual budgets and monthly rolling forecasts; establish and/or recommend to management major economic objectives and policies for the hotel.
• Work closely with relevant stakeholders on capex planning and execution including proper accounting, ROI analysis and post-investment reviews.

About You:

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following experience and qualifications:

• Must have worked at least 7-9 years in a finance role . Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Professional accounting accreditation such as ACA, ACCA, CPA, CGMA, CMA
• Bachelor’s degree in commerce/business/accounting or similar
• A Master of Business Administration (MBA) is desirable but not essential
• Knowledge of Opera Cloud, ERP solutions such as Oracle / SAP is desirable

About the Benefits

At Jumeirah, we are dedicated to fostering a vibrant community where colleagues feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow. Our benefits package reflects this commitment by offering excellent accommodation, extensive sports and leisure facilities, alongside comprehensive healthcare, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits include:

• Supportive and inclusive work environment
• Access to Learning & Development programmes and clear career pathways
• Opportunities for internal mobility within our global network
• Colleague discounts on food, beverage, and hotel stays worldwide
• Comprehensive healthcare and life insurance coverage
• Paid annual leave entitlement
• Performance-based incentives tailored to your role
• Competitive tax-free salary paid in UAE Dirhams (AED)
• Competitive tax-free salary paid in UAE Dirhams (AED)