Assistant Director of Finance Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah

The Assistant Director of Finance supports the Director of Finance in overseeing all financial activities of the organization, ensuring compliance with internal policies, statutory regulations, and financial reporting standards. This role plays a key part in budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and driving cost efficiency while maintaining the integrity of financial records.

What will I be doing?

The Assistant Director of Finance will support all activities performed by the Director of Finance, to include but not limited to, understanding and driving financial performance, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting and month-end closing activities, coordinating and reviewing monthly financial statements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Uniform System of Accounts and Hilton policies and procedures. Specifically, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards :

• In absence of the Director of Finance, the Assistant Director of Finance will assume responsibilities of the department lead.
• Ensure a smooth operation of all hotel finance activities in full compliance with the policy, regulatory and contractual framework.
• Assist in the preparation and consolidation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Support the budgeting and forecasting processes in collaboration with department heads.
• Monitor daily accounting operations, including accounts payable, receivable, payroll, and general ledger.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, and procedures.
• Prepare financial reports for senior management with variance analysis and recommendations.
• Coordinate internal and external audits, providing necessary documentation and explanations.
• Assist in cash flow management and forecasting.
• Help implement financial systems or tools to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Provide training and support to the finance team, ensuring development and succession planning.
• Act as a financial advisor to operational departments, promoting a culture of financial accountability.

What are we looking for?

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.

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