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Director of Finance & Business Support

intercontinental hotels group (Thailand) (Greater Chiang Mai Area)
Chiang Mai, Thailand 🇹🇭
IHG Hotels & Resorts [LON:IHG, NYSE:IHG (ADRs)] is a global hospitality company, with a purpose to provide True Hospitality for Good. With a family of 19 hotel brands and IHG One Rewards, one of the world's largest hotel loyalty programmes, IHG has over 6,300 open hotels in more than 100 countries, and a development pipeline of over 2,000 properties. Luxury & Lifestyle: Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas, Regent Hotels & Resorts, InterContinental Hotels & Resorts, Vignette Collection, Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, Hotel Indigo Premium: voco hotels, HUALUXE Hotels & Resorts, Crowne Plaza Hotels & Resorts, EVEN Hotels Essentials: Holiday Inn Express, Holiday Inn Hotels & Resorts, Garner hotels, avid hotels Suites: Atwell Suites, Staybridge Suites, Holiday Inn Club Vacations, Candlewood Suites Exclusive Partners: Iberostar Beachfront Resorts InterContinental Hotels Group PLC is the Group's holding company and is incorporated and registered in England and Wales. Approximately 345,000 people work across IHG's hotels and corporate offices globally.

Detail posisi

The Director of Finance & Business Support is responsible for overseeing all financial management functions, including reporting, budgeting, strategic planning, internal controls, team leadership, cash management, cost control, and stakeholder management.

Kewajiban

Financial Management & Reporting:
• Oversee all accounting functions including month-end close, financial reporting, balance sheet reconciliations, and cash flow management.
• Prepare and present monthly financial reports to the General Manager, hotel owners, and corporate office.
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and timely submission of financial reports in accordance with InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) standards.

Budgeting & Forecasting:
• Lead the annual budgeting process and monthly/quarterly forecasting, working closely with department heads to ensure realistic and achievable financial targets.
• Monitor financial performance against the budget and forecast, analyzing variances and implementing corrective actions as needed.

Strategic Planning & Business Support:
• Provide financial insights and support to the General Manager and Executive Team in developing and executing strategic initiatives.
• Conduct financial analysis to support decision-making, including ROI analysis, capital investment proposals, and cost-benefit analysis.

Internal Controls & Compliance:
• Ensure robust internal controls are in place to safeguard the hotel's assets and maintain the integrity of financial records.
• Ensure compliance with local laws, tax regulations, and IHG policies and procedures.
• Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory bodies as necessary.

Team Leadership & Development:
• Lead, coach, and mentor the finance team to enhance their skills and performance.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and professional growth within the finance department.
• Ensure proper succession planning is in place for key finance roles.

Cash Management & Treasury:
• Manage the hotel’s cash flow to ensure sufficient liquidity for operational needs while optimizing returns on idle cash.
• Oversee banking relationships and ensure effective cash management practices are in place.

Cost Control & Efficiency:
• Implement and monitor cost control measures to optimize profitability.
• Review and approve purchase orders, contracts, and expense reports to ensure they align with the hotel's financial objectives.

Stakeholder Management:
• Act as the primary point of contact for financial matters with hotel owners, corporate office, and external stakeholders.
• Provide regular updates on the hotel’s financial performance and respond to inquiries from stakeholders.

Kualifikasi

• Proven experience in a senior finance role, preferably within the hospitality industry.
• Strong knowledge of financial management, accounting principles, and budgeting processes.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office Suite.