Director of Finance - Renaissance Bangkok Sukhumvit Hotel

Role summary

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The Director of Finance leads the hotel’s finance and accounting operations, including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, cash management, internal controls, payroll oversight, audit coordination, and compliance with Marriott and Thai regulations. Candidates are generally expected to have a degree in finance, accounting, or a related field, substantial experience in hotel finance, and strong knowledge of financial systems and statutory reporting. Professional accounting qualifications are advantageous. The role requires commercial awareness, leadership ability, accuracy, confidentiality, and excellent communication with hotel management, department heads, owners, auditors, and corporate finance teams. The successful candidate will support sound business decisions while maintaining strong controls and service standards.

About the employer

Renaissance Bangkok Sukhumvit Hotel is a premium Marriott International property located in the Sukhumvit area of Bangkok, one of the city’s major business, shopping, dining, and entertainment districts. The Renaissance brand focuses on distinctive design, local discovery, and memorable guest experiences, combining full-service hospitality with a strong sense of place. The hotel serves business travelers, leisure guests, groups, and events, and operates across accommodation, restaurants, bars, meetings, and guest services. As part of Marriott International, employees may benefit from structured training, global career opportunities, hotel associate discounts, and established operational standards. The finance department plays an important role in protecting profitability, supporting department leaders, meeting owner and corporate reporting requirements, and ensuring regulatory compliance in Thailand.

Working in Thailand

Thailand offers hospitality, finance, tourism, wellness, diving, restaurant, and hotel management opportunities in Bangkok, Phuket, Koh Samui, Krabi, Pattaya, and other resort areas. Bangkok provides the strongest corporate and hotel career market, while the islands offer a more relaxed lifestyle, beaches, outdoor activities, and seasonal tourism employment. Thai culture values politeness, respect for hierarchy, family, and community; learning basic Thai is helpful. Living costs vary widely, with Bangkok and major resorts generally more expensive than smaller towns. Foreign nationals normally need a job offer, Non-Immigrant B visa, and work permit arranged with employer support before working legally. Candidates should confirm sponsorship, accommodation, healthcare, tax, and relocation terms. Thailand’s climate is tropical, with hot weather and a rainy season, so practical planning for transport and housing is important.