Financial Controller - FIVE Jumeirah Village

An Exhilarating Opportunity

Are 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 Candidate

A 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 a Finance Controllerwill 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 For

• A Degree in Finance or a related field is preferred, from an Academic Institution or Professional Qualification (ACCA, CIMA or similar).
  
• A minimum of 5 years of Finance Experience in a Luxury Hotel environment in the International Luxury Hospitality industry.
  
• Proven track record in Achieving Financial Targets, managing budgets, and implementing cost control measures without compromising on quality and service.
  
• Sensational Teamwork and Collaboration skills to work effectively within a group and across departments with Fellow ‘FIVERs.’
  
• Strong understanding of Industry Regulations is beneficial.
  
• Impeccable communication skills, both verbal and written, with fluency in English.
  
• A Proactive Nature, coupled with a meticulous Eye for Detail, ensuring every aspect of the Operation is curated to perfection.
  
• A hands-on attitude, fuelled by a ‘Can-Do!’ Spirit.
  

Key Responsibilities

• Oversees and directs all aspects of the Finance and Accounting department, ensuring Smooth and Efficient operations.
  
• Supervises and ensures the Efficient running of all Accounting Functions within FIVE.
  
• Ensures all Financial and Management reports are Accurate and Available by their Due Dates.
  
• Reviews and certifies any Internal or External Financial Reporting before distribution, ensuring the Highest standards of Accuracy and Compliance.
  
• Oversees the Timely preparation and release of Meticulous monthly Financial Statements and other related Reports.
  
• Defines and implements ‘FIVE-Styled’ internal control Policies and Procedures to Maximise FIVE’s profitability.
  
• Maintains a Robust System of internal Accounting control, ensuring transactions are executed in Compliance with generally accepted Accounting Principles and specific country Legislation.
  
• Manages the preparation of FIVE’s Yearly Operating Budget, ensuring it aligns with FIVE’s World-Class standards and objectives.
  
• Monitors and manages the Budget, ensuring all Financial Goals are met and any variances are addressed Promptly.
  
• Ensures books, records, and accounts are maintained Accurately, reflecting the transactions and administration of FIVE’s assets.
  
• Verifies that all Balance Sheet accounts are fully Reconciled on a monthly basis, with any discrepancies Immediately identified and corrected.
  
• Leads and develops the Finance Team, fostering a Culture of Excellence and Continuous Improvement.
  
• Provides Training and Support to Team Members, ensuring they are equipped with the Skills and Knowledge to perform their roles effectively.
  
• Engages in Strategic Financial Planning, providing Insightful and Visionary financial guidance to support FIVE’s Goals and Ambitions.
  
• Collaborates with Senior Management to develop and implement strategies for Financial Growth and Stability.
  
• Maintains effective Communication with Stakeholders, providing regular Updates on financial performance and key initiatives.
  
• Builds strong Relationships with External Partners, including Auditors, Regulatory Bodies, and Financial Institutions.
  
• Facilitates and oversees any internal or external Audits, ensuring Full Compliance with audit Requirements and Standards.
  

The Team

‘FIVERs’ are Cultured yet Chic, Confident yet Self-Effacing, and Work Hard to Play even Harder. As a FIVE Tribe Member, you'll Personify the distinct ‘Vibe at FIVE’ and apply it to create Insta-Perfect Experiences for our Guests that keeps them Coming Back for More. If you Dream of being surrounded by Like-Minded Individuals who share your Passion for Delivering Unforgettable Moments that last a Lifetime – then Look No Further and Unleash your Next-Level Potential.

Sustainable Indulgence at FIVE

FIVE is a leader in Sustainable Luxury Hospitality and Entertainment, with 100% of its Dubai and Zurich hotels certified LEED Platinum, the highest green building rating globally. FIVE's Dubai properties run on 100% solar power through the UAE's only hotel I-REC Agreement with DEWA.

In 2023, FIVE Holdings received an 'A' ESG Rating from ISS, the world's highest ESG rating out of ISS' 7,000+ universe of rated entities. With the acquisition of the Pacha Group, FIVE Holdings will continue to scale its Sustainable Indulgence strategy into new frontiers, as The Group drives global 2050 Net Zero action, now.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

The FIVE Tribe represents over 80+ nationalities across its over 3000 ‘FIVERs.’ FIVE is Committed to Hiring a Diverse and Inclusive Workforce as an Equal-Opportunity Employer. Accordingly, FIVE does not discriminate based on disability, race, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion or belief, nationality, marital status, or any other basis protected under national or local laws. Ranked 8th on the Great Workplaces in the UAE 2024 list of Large Organisations, the FIVE Tribe is more than a group of people working together – it is a Family bonded by common Values and Goals, Celebrating People, Culture and Diversity.

ABOUT FIVE HOLDINGS

FIVE Holdings is a vertically integrated group, and its current portfolio includes 3 luxury hotels in the UAE, FIVE Palm Jumeirah, FIVE Jumeirah Village and FIVE LUXE, a hotel in Switzerland, FIVE Zurich, 2 hotels in Spain, Destino Pacha and El Hotel Pacha, a nightclub in Spain, Pacha Ibiza, 2 eponymous Fashion Lines, FIVE Mode and The Pacha Collection in the UAE and Spain; as well as a range of assets that include Toy Room, and WooMoon Storytellers (Globally).

FIVE’s focus is on a ‘Global Sustainable Entertainment Ecosystem,’ which is the integration of immersive entertainment with homegrown F&B concepts that results in a distinctive guest experience for an international and affluent audience of luxury-loving, eco-conscious Millennial and Gen-Z customers. The success of FIVE’s ‘Global Sustainable Entertainment Ecosystem’ is evident in its RevPAR being 1.4X, its F&B PAR being 3X and its TRevPAR being 2.1X greater than their respective competitor sets in Dubai for 2023.

Find out more here: fiveglobalholdings.com

About FIVE Hotels and Resorts

FIVE Hotels and Resorts prides itself on being Disruptively Different and Daringly Unique. Our Growing Portfolio of Lavish Destinations are the epitome of Glamour and Experiential Luxury, and currently consists of FIVE Palm Jumeirah, FIVE Jumeirah Village, FIVE Zurich and FIVE LUXE. Joining our Exceptional FIVE Tribe means you are part of a team who Breaks Boundaries and offers Unbeatable Next-Level Experiences at FIVE’s award-winning Hotels, Dining Concepts, and 360-Degree Immersive Nightlife Venues. As part of the Accomplished FIVE Tribe, you will be part of a group of High Achievers who Fearlessly Challenge Conventions on a Global Stage.