PpJoin to apply for the bDirector of Finance /b role at bOrient Express /b /p pArtisan of travel since 1883, Orient Express sublimates the art of travel with its luxury trains, hotels, and sailing yachts. The brand has just launched its first hotel, Orient Express La Minerva, in Rome – which will be followed by its new hotel in Venice in 2026. The experience continues with the recent launch of La Dolce Vita Orient Express train, followed by Orient Express Corinthian in 2026, the first of two Orient Express Sailing Yachts, and finally, the return of L’Orient Express train to railways. Since 2022, Orient Express is part of Accor Group’s leading collection of luxury brands with a century-old legacy in the hotels and fine‑dining sectors. In 2024, Accor and LVMH entered into a strategic partnership to accelerate the development of Orient Express. Follow the journey at @orientexpress on Instagram or visit the website at /p h3Job Description /h3 pThe Director of Finance provides strategic financial leadership to the General Manager, Ownership, and Department Heads, ensuring strong financial performance and effective asset management. The role oversees financial planning and analysis, operational finance, procurement, capital projects, and all accounting functions, while ensuring compliance with company policies, legal requirements, and regulatory standards. /p h3Key Responsibilities /h3 ul liLead financial strategy, analysis, forecasting, budgeting, and reporting for the hotel. /li liPartner with the General Manager and leadership team to support business decisions and identify opportunities to improve profitability and productivity. /li liOversee annual operating and capital budgets; analyze ROI on capital projects and track results. /li liManage cash flow, credit, collections, disbursements, and inventory controls to maximize financial performance. /li liDirect and develop the finance and accounting team, ensuring strong communication, performance management, and succession planning. /li liMaintain accurate financial records, internal controls, and compliance with government regulations, audit requirements, and contractual agreements. /li liServe as primary contact for owners, auditors, banks, legal counsel, and regulatory agencies. /li liEnsure proper management of hotel contracts, permits, licenses, fixed assets, and legal documentation. /li liDevelop benchmarking, best practices, and corrective action plans to drive efficiency, revenue growth, and service quality. /li liSafeguard hotel assets and uphold fiduciary responsibilities to owners and the management company. /li liPerform risk assessments, maintain a hotel risk register, and ensure timely reporting and mitigation plans. /li liSupport guest experience through accurate billing, payment systems, and dispute resolution. /li liServe as Manager on Duty as needed and perform additional tasks assigned by hotel leadership. /li /ul h3Accountability /h3 pSupervises the full accounting function, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Audit, Credit/Collections, Purchasing, and related operations. /p h3Compliance and Risk Management /h3 ul liEnsure full compliance with company policies, the Uniform Chart of Accounts, contractual obligations, and local laws/regulations affecting hotel financial operations. /li liOversee monthly balance sheet reconciliations and approve as needed. /li liSafeguard hotel assets and the interests of owners and the management company. /li liMaintain secure and up-to-date records of leases, contracts, and legal documents, including the Critical Date List. /li liConduct regular risk assessments, maintain the hotel’s risk register, and implement mitigation plans with ongoing follow‑up and reporting. /li liEnsure timely and accurate incident reporting in line with company protocols. /li /ul h3Qualifications /h3 pBachelor’s degree or higher education qualification or equivalent in Accounting, Finance and 5-10 years in hotel accounting or audit with at least five years in a Director of Finance or similar supervisory role, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience. /p pKnowledge of accounting management duties such as negotiating hotel space and tenant leases; processing payroll; performing asset management duties; providing business projections, displacement analysis, preparing government reports, filing tax returns, etc. as needed or requested. Professional accounting or finance designation or certification preferred. /p h3Technical skills and Knowledge /h3 ul liAbility to work quickly and accurately under pressure. /li liWork closely with internal and external stakeholders. /li liStrong analytical and numerical skills including a good understanding of financial valuation methodology. /li liAdvanced ability to use Microsoft applications i.e., Excel and PowerPoint. /li liKnowledge of Hospitality IT systems. /li liExcellent written and oral level in English and Italian. Other language skills are desired. /li liGood interpersonal skills and influencing skills. /li liStrong problem‑solving orientation. /li /ul h3Seniority level /h3 pDirector /p h3Employment type /h3 pFull‑time /p h3Job function /h3 pFinance /p h3Industries /h3 pHospitality /p pReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Orient Express by 2x /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr