Director of Finance

Role summary

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The Director of Finance leads the hotel’s financial strategy, accounting operations, budgeting, forecasting, internal controls, reporting, and compliance. The role typically requires a degree in finance, accounting, or a related discipline, strong hotel finance experience, and excellent knowledge of local regulations and financial systems. Professional accounting certification and experience with Accor or other international hotel brands are advantageous. The successful candidate should be commercially minded, accurate, discreet, and confident working with senior leaders and department heads. Strong communication, people-management, analytical, and problem-solving skills are expected, along with the ability to protect profitability while supporting excellent guest service.

About the employer

Accor is a major international hospitality group operating hotels, resorts, and lifestyle properties across many countries. Its portfolio includes well-known brands such as Novotel, ibis, Mercure, Pullman, Mövenpick, Fairmont, and Sofitel, serving economy through luxury market segments. Novotel Bangkok Platinum Pratunam is located in one of Bangkok’s busiest shopping and commercial districts, near Platinum Fashion Mall, CentralWorld, and major transport links. The hotel caters to business and leisure travelers and combines contemporary accommodation with restaurants, meeting facilities, and guest amenities. Accor places strong emphasis on guest satisfaction, responsible hospitality, employee development, inclusion, and consistent brand standards. A Director of Finance at the property would work closely with the General Manager and operational departments to maintain financial control, support business decisions, and improve the hotel’s overall performance.

Working in Thailand

Thailand offers varied career opportunities in hotels, resorts, restaurants, tourism, wellness, aviation, and education. Bangkok is the country’s main business hub, while Phuket, Koh Samui, Krabi, and Pattaya provide strong resort and hospitality employment. Thai culture values politeness, respect for seniority, family, and calm communication; learning basic Thai is highly beneficial. Lifestyle ranges from fast-paced city living to relaxed beach communities, with generally affordable food and transport, although resort-island housing can be expensive during peak seasons. Foreign employees normally need an employer-sponsored Non-Immigrant B visa and work permit before starting work. Requirements can include a valid passport, employment contract, educational documents, and approval from Thai authorities. Relocating employees should arrange accommodation, health insurance, tax registration, and document legalization where required. Thailand’s hot, humid climate and seasonal monsoon patterns should also be considered.