Director of Finance AEMEA / New Hotel Openings – Raffles and Fairmont

Role summary

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Accor is seeking a senior finance leader to oversee financial planning, pre-opening activities, controls, reporting, and operational readiness for new Raffles and Fairmont hotels across the AEMEA region. Candidates should have extensive hospitality finance experience, strong knowledge of hotel accounting, budgeting, forecasting, audit, tax, internal controls, and pre-opening processes. A professional accounting qualification such as ACCA, CPA, or CIMA is highly desirable, together with substantial leadership experience in luxury or international hotel environments. The role requires strong commercial judgment, excellent communication, stakeholder-management skills, regional mobility, and the ability to support multiple projects while meeting deadlines. Experience with hotel finance systems and working across diverse cultures will be valuable.

About the employer

Accor is a global hospitality group operating a broad portfolio of more than 5,500 hotels and residences across over 110 countries. Its brands range from luxury names such as Raffles, Fairmont, Sofitel, and SLS to premium, midscale, and economy properties including Pullman, Novotel, Mercure, ibis, and others. The company provides accommodation, dining, wellness, meetings, and lifestyle experiences, supported by a large international workforce. Accor places emphasis on responsible hospitality, cultural diversity, guest experience, talent development, and sustainable operations. In the Middle East and Africa, it continues to expand through new hotel openings and partnerships, creating opportunities for professionals in hotel operations, finance, sales, engineering, technology, and corporate support. The Dubai-based role supports the financial launch and performance of new luxury properties across the AEMEA region.

Working in United Arab Emirates

The United Arab Emirates is not an island but a federation of seven emirates, with Dubai and Abu Dhabi offering the widest range of international hospitality, finance, tourism, and business opportunities. The country combines modern cities, desert landscapes, beaches, shopping, and a highly international lifestyle. Arabic is the official language, while English is widely used at work. Islamic traditions influence public life, although expatriate communities enjoy diverse restaurants, entertainment, and cultural activities. Dubai generally has warm weather, excellent transport, strong infrastructure, and a high cost of housing and schooling. Employers normally sponsor work visas, residence permits, medical checks, and Emirates ID applications; employees should not work on a tourist visa. Candidates should confirm benefits such as accommodation, insurance, flights, relocation support, and gratuity. Relocation is usually straightforward once an employment offer and visa sponsorship are secured.