Anantara Al Jabal Al Akhdar Resort, the highest five star resort in the Middle East on the curving rim of a great canyon, is a secluded haven for the intrepid and discerning. 35 km from Nizwa, the resort features panoramic views from the cliff-edge infinity pool. A total of 115 luxury rooms and villas overlook either the dramatic canyon or tranquil gardens and a spa-like bathroom complete with a rain shower. A selection of six dining venues to choose from, Al Qalaa a fine dining Arabian grill concept, Bella Vista a Roman inspired restaurant overlooking the grand canyon, Al Maisan all day dining serving world classics and cooking classes or Al Baha the café deli situated in the open air courtyard. Celebrate on Diana’s Point platform with a unique private dining experience overlooking the canyons. The resort presents travellers with authentic experiences, allowing them to explore the nearby culture, history and landscape. Activities include Via Ferrata, hiking, cultural tours, abseiling, mountain climbing, archery and mountain biking.

You have experience in all areas of Hotel Finance ? You already showed outstanding performance as Assistant Director of Finance, Financial Controller or Assistant Financial Controller (or similar jobs) in a luxury hotel ? You are good at helping others to achieve their goals ? You are committed to always delivering accurate figures and reports in time ? You are familiar with cash management, balance sheet reconciliations and payroll administration ? You have a hands-on approach and strive to get the best deals ?

We are looking for an experienced ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF FINANCE.

As Assistant Director of Finance you need to see yourself as a strong support for the Director of Finance and all other departmental managers and take on responsibility for outstanding performance of the whole finance and purchasing team.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Please note that this is not an exhaustive list of everything that needs to be done. Anantara employees always find new ways to look after the business, their guests, and their colleagues. Within this, the key responsibilities for this position are:

·         Leading the accounting team

·         Check and authorization of Purchase Orders

·         Authorization for payroll payments and changes in salaries and conditions

·         Checking and authorization of payments submitted from Accounts Payable

·         Monitoring of bank account balances and cash-flow including cash-flow forecasts

·         Checking and authorization of petty-cash-payments

·         Tax computation and payments

·         Approval and monitoring of licenses and contracts

·         Preparation and processing of monthend postings

·         Monthend reporting and ad-hoc-reports as required

·         Budgeting and Forecasting (based on USALI)

·         Account Reconciliations

·         Develop ways to gain additional efficiency and reduce costs

·         Organize and lead P&L- and Credit-meetings

·         Legal procedures

·         Training and Development of Finance team members

·         Advisor to the General Manager

·         Development of policies and procedures for the whole resort

·         Management of banking relations

• Bachelor degree in Finance from a reputable university
• Minimum 3 years of experience in luxury hotels as Assistant Director of Finance or 5 years as Assistant Financial Controller (or similar)
• Experience in international luxury hotel chains essential
• Working experience in GCC-area is required, working history in Oman is considered highly beneficial
• Very good spoken and written English (must be able to draft and check contracts). Knowledge of Arabic beneficial.
• Ability to deliver accurate reports and information in time
• Good career progression and stability with employers, at least 2-3 years in past and current roles. No job hopping
• Working on weekends, public holidays and long hours as required (monthend closing, budgeting, forecasts)
• Driving license valid for Oman (beneficial).
• University education in a finance- or tourism-related field.
• Detailed knowledge of USALI
• Good knowledge of SUN, Opera and Micros
• Knowledge of Check SCM (beneficial)
• Excellent knowledge of Excel required, good knowledge of all other Office-products
• Experience with working in hotels in remote locations is essential
• References from within MINOR Hotels are highly appreciated.
• Ability to manage and motivate a team with various nationalities

The Director of Finance is based on the resort on Jabal Akhdar, Oman.