Assistant Director / Senior Manager - Finance & Accounts

Assistant Director / Senior Manager - Finance & AccountsDubai, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 03/18/2026Are You Ready for a Daring Challenge with The World’s Hottest Luxury Hotel Group? Disruptive by Design, FIVE Hotels and Resorts is Redefining ‘FIVE-Star’ Hospitality and Setting the Gold Standard across the Industry.Join the FIVE Tribe - and Get Ready to Make Waves.The CandidateA Driven Self-Starter, you have Excellent Communication, Leadership and Organisational Skills. As an Astute Creative and Critical Thinker, you can Conceptualise and Implement Innovative Solutions in a Fast-Paced Environment. Not even the Smallest Detail Escapes Your Keen Eye and You Execute Tasks Proactively with Precision and Finesse. A ‘Can-Do!’ Attitude Coupled with An Inherent Flair for Taking Ownership Makes You a Highly Motivated Go-Getter.Your Outgoing and Approachable Nature enables you to Seamlessly Connect with other ‘FIVERs’ and key Stakeholders, ensuring that Their and Your Journey at FIVE is nothing short of Sensational. Joining our Finance Team as an Assistant Director / Senior Manager – Finance & Accounts will Empower you to deliver Exceptional Experiences across our award-winning Lifestyle Destinations. Jump on Board and Unlock your Potential in a Buzzing Environment that will take your Career to New Heights!What We’re Looking ForQualified Chartered Accountant (CA), CPA, or ACCA; MBA is an added advantage.10–15 years of progressive finance and accounting leadership experience.Prior exposure to hospitality, real estate, or investment holding environments preferred.In-depth knowledge of IFRS, consolidation, taxation, and treasury management.Strong knowledge of US GAAP and experience working with PCAOB audit requirements.Proficiency in SAP and Ariba systems strongly preferred.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities.High attention to detail, execution orientation, and resilience under pressure.Role is based in Dubai, with periodic travel to international project sites, especially Spain (Ibiza) and the United States (New York).The position offers direct exposure to senior management and cross-functional leadership opportunities.Key ResponsibilitiesLead preparation of standalone and consolidated financial statements in line with IFRS.Ensure compliance with statutory timelines and group consolidation standards.Manage intercompany reconciliations and eliminations.Coordinate quarterly and annual audits across all legal entities.Liaise with internal and external auditors for audit readiness and completion.Resolve audit findings and implement process improvements.Oversee technical accounting for complex transactions, valuations, and fair value assessments.Treasury & Cash Flow ManagementDevelop and maintain robust short- and long-term cash flow forecasts.Align forecast models with operational and development cash requirements.Identify and manage liquidity gaps proactively.Oversee treasury operations.Manage intercompany fund transfers, loan repayments, and fixed deposits.Monitor and mitigate FX exposures across currencies.Optimize fund utilisation across entities for efficiency and yield enhancement.Development FinanceMaintain accurate accounting and cost reporting for all ongoing and planned developments.Track cost-to-complete, project cash flows, and payment milestones.Review project budgets and actuals with development and project teams.Oversee escrow and TAS accounts.Ensure regulatory compliance and proper documentation for fund releases.Support feasibility studies with financial data, sensitivity analyses, and cash projections.Manage all banking relationships and credit facilities.Coordinate drawdowns, repayments, and rollover of facilities.Prepare regular compliance and covenant reporting packages.Ensure proper documentation and renewals of all financing arrangements.Lead discussions for new funding opportunities aligned with project timelines.Taxation & ComplianceSupervise VAT and Corporate Tax compliance for all group entities.Oversee preparation and submission of tax returns and related filings.Monitor changes in UAE and international tax regulations and ensure group compliance.Manage intercompany tax alignment and transfer pricing documentation.Oversee Economic Substance Regulation (ESR) and Ultimate Beneficial Ownership (UBO) filings.Revenue Distribution & CollectionsOversee monthly revenue distribution to unit owners across operating properties.Validate calculations, deductions, and owner statements.Ensure transparent reporting and timely payments.Manage collections and receivables.Review customer payment plans, discount approvals, and delay fee structures.Monitor aging and escalate overdue cases to management for resolution.Internal Controls & GovernanceReview and approve supplier payments through SAP Ariba workflows.Verify supporting documentation, cost centre allocations, and approvals.Validate financial aspects of SPAs, lease agreements, and t