Director of Finance

As the Director of Finance of Mövenpick Moroni, Comoros, you will serve as a strategic business partner to the General Manager and leadership team, ensuring the effective financial management, governance, compliance, and long-term financial sustainability of the hotel. The Director of Finance is responsible for overseeing all financial and accounting activities of the hotel, including financial planning and analysis, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, treasury, purchasing oversight, taxation, internal controls, compliance, and asset protection. The hotel features 159 guestrooms and suites and is located on the shores of the Indian Ocean in the capital city of Moroni, within the Union of Comoros.

Responsibilities

Serve as a strategic business partner to the General Manager and leadership team; Oversee all financial and accounting activities of the hotel, including financial planning and analysis, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, treasury, purchasing oversight, taxation, internal controls, compliance, and asset protection; Lead the preparation and consolidation of the annual operating budget and business plan; Monitor revenue, expenses, cash flow, GOP, and profitability against budget and forecast targets; Oversee all accounting functions including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Cashier, Payroll, Income Audit, and General Ledger; Ensure accurate month-end and year-end closing processes; Oversee purchasing and receiving controls and monitor procurement processes and contract compliance; Coordinate internal, external, owner, and corporate audits; Lead risk assessment processes and recommend risk mitigation strategies; Lead, mentor, and develop the Finance team; Prepare and present monthly financial reports, forecasts, and business updates to ownership; Act as the primary financial liaison between the hotel, ownership, auditors, financial institutions, and Corporate Finance teams; Support Accor sustainability initiatives through financial planning and reporting

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Commerce, or a related field; Minimum of 8-10 years of progressive finance leadership experience, including senior finance positions within international hotel brands; Fluency in French and English is required; Strong knowledge of hotel accounting systems, financial controls, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting; Proven experience managing audits, taxation, compliance, and internal control environments; Strong understanding of hotel operations, including Rooms, Food & Beverage, Procurement, Revenue Management, and People & Culture; Demonstrated ability to drive profitability improvements and cost optimization initiatives; Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate financial data into actionable business recommendations; Excellent leadership, coaching, communication, and stakeholder management skills; Experience working with hotel owners, ownership representatives, asset managers, and corporate offices; Strong business acumen with a strategic mindset and hands-on approach; High level of integrity, professionalism, and commitment to ethical business practices; Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment and adapt to local business practices and cultural sensitivities; Strong proficiency in hotel finance systems, Microsoft Excel, and financial reporting tools; Excellent problem-solving and decision-making capabilities with the ability to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced hospitality environment

Nice to have

Professional accounting qualification such as CPA, ACCA, CA, CMA, or equivalent is highly desirable; Previous experience as Director of Finance, Financial Controller, or Cluster Finance Leader within a premium or upscale hospitality environment is preferred; Knowledge of Comorian and/or Arabic is an advantage; Previous experience in remote island, resort, or emerging-market destinations is highly desirable

Benefits

Opportunity to work with a globally recognized hospitality brand under Accor; Professional development and career growth opportunities within the Accor global network; A collaborative and inclusive workplace culture; The opportunity to contribute to a dynamic hospitality environment delivering exceptional guest experiences; The chance to play a key role in shaping the financial success and long-term growth of one of Comoros' leading hospitality destinations