Director of Finance – Luxury Hotel Opening

About the role

We are looking for a strategic, highly experienced Director of Finance to join the opening team of a new Four Seasons hotel in Madinah, Saudi Arabia. Reporting to the General Manager and with dotted‑line reporting to the Regional Director of Finance and VP Operations Finance, you will be a key member of the hotel leadership team, responsible for safeguarding assets and providing financial guidance.

Key responsibilities

• Lead all finance functions including accounting, financial reporting, purchasing, cost control, income audit, credit, accounts payable, payroll and cash management.
• Establish, maintain and enforce robust internal controls to protect hotel assets.
• Prepare and present accurate financial information to support strategic and operational decisions.
• Develop, coordinate and monitor the annual budget and periodic forecasts.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations, corporate policies, and the management agreement.
• Provide financial counsel to senior leadership and act as a cultural advocate of the Golden Rule.

Required profile

• Extensive experience in finance leadership within the hospitality or related luxury service industry.
• Proven track record of managing full‑cycle finance operations for large properties.
• Strong integrity, strategic mindset and ability to influence senior stakeholders.
• Excellent understanding of Saudi Arabian financial regulations and reporting standards.

Required skills

• Financial accounting and reporting
• Budgeting and forecasting
• Internal controls and audit
• Cost control and profitability analysis
• Cash flow management
• Knowledge of local tax and regulatory compliance