Director of Finance - Waldorf Astoria Ras Al Khaimah

What are we looking for?

A Director of Finance serving Hilton brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow:

• Strategic thinker with the ability to formulate effective goals, objectives and priorities with a long term perspective
• Strong communication and negotiation skills (all levels of management and external customers)
• Financial and operational analytical skills (operational analysis)
• Knowledge of departmental and hotel operations
• Ability to exercise judgment in evaluating situations and in making sound decisions
• Ability to analyze and interpret financial data
• Leadership and organizational skills (team orientation, flexible, adaptable)
• Ability to analyze large volume of complex financial information from many sources and create reports, forecasts projections
• Proficiency in MS Office suite applications (Excel, Word, Powerpoint)

It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:

• University degree in Accounting or Finance / Accounting certification (eg CIMA)
• Knowledge of commercial business, specially as it relates to hotel management
• Previous experience in the hospitality industry
• Experience with the PeopleSoft system

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands.  Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day.  And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!