Director of Finance

Job Description

Rixos Hotels is seeking an experienced and commercially driven Director of Finance to join the Executive Leadership Team at Rixos Phu Quoc, a landmark luxury all-inclusive resort in Vietnam.

Reporting directly to the General Manager, the Director of Finance will play a pivotal role in shaping the resort’s financial strategy, ensuring strong governance, operational excellence, and sustainable business performance. This executive position will lead all aspects of financial planning, reporting, compliance, and commercial decision support throughout the pre-opening and operational phases of the resort.

The successful candidate will be a strategic finance leader with strong hospitality expertise, capable of partnering with ownership, corporate teams, and operational leaders to drive profitability while ensuring alignment with Rixos brand standards, ownership expectations, and local regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Strategy & Business Planning

• Lead the development and management of the annual operating budget, financial forecasts, capital planning, and working capital requirements.
• Develop and monitor cash flow projections, ensuring effective liquidity management and strong financial controls.
• Analyse financial performance against budgets, identify trends, and provide strategic recommendations to optimise profitability.
• Prepare and deliver accurate monthly financial reporting, forecasts, and performance analysis for Rixos corporate teams and ownership.
• Support the General Manager and Executive Committee with commercial insights and data-driven decision-making.

Financial Governance, Controls & Compliance

• Ensure all financial processes, accounting practices, and internal controls are aligned with Rixos policies, corporate standards, and local legislation.
• Oversee key financial operations including purchasing controls, payroll, accounts payable, expense management, and revenue assurance.
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of statutory reporting, tax submissions, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain comprehensive records of contracts, leases, licences, permits, insurance policies, and other financial documentation.
• Ensure compliance with the Hotel Management Agreement and all contractual obligations.

Owner & Corporate Financial Reporting

• Maintain a strong financial partnership with ownership, ensuring transparency on budget performance, financial results, and business outlook.
• Provide regular updates to the Regional Finance Office regarding pre-opening milestones, operational readiness, and financial performance.
• Ensure all reporting requirements for ownership and Rixos corporate offices are completed accurately, consistently, and within agreed timelines.

Commercial Partnership & Operational Support

• Partner closely with department leaders to drive revenue optimisation, cost efficiency, and financial accountability.
• Conduct regular departmental financial reviews, analyse performance indicators, and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Support operational teams with financial insights to enable effective decision-making and sustainable growth.
• Promote a culture of cost awareness while maintaining the highest standards of guest experience.

Credit, Risk & Asset Management

• Oversee credit management processes to minimise outstanding receivables and mitigate financial risk.
• Participate actively in credit reviews, risk assessments, and financial governance discussions.
• Ensure effective inventory controls, including regular stock counts, audits, and variance analysis.
• Manage fixed asset verification processes and ensure accurate asset reporting.

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop the Finance and Accounting team, building a high-performing and collaborative culture.
• Establish clear standards of accountability, accuracy, and operational excellence.
• Promote teamwork and strong collaboration across all departments.
• Support talent development and succession planning within the Finance function.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Proven experience as a Director of Finance within an international luxury hotel, resort, or large-scale hospitality environment.
• Strong knowledge of hospitality finance operations, including pre-opening experience and hotel management agreements.
• Excellent understanding of local financial reporting requirements, taxation, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience managing relationships with hotel owners, investors, and international corporate finance teams.
• Strong commercial mindset with the ability to translate financial data into actionable business strategies.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Ability to operate strategically while maintaining strong attention to operational detail.
• Experience in luxury, lifestyle, or all-inclusive resort environments would be highly advantageous.

Additional Information

What awaits you...

• The opportunity to join an international and innovative and fast-growing group, committed not only to building new hotels, but to creating a global brand.
• The ability to challenge the norm and work in an environment that is both creative and rewarding.
• Be part of a team that is very passionate about creating great hospitality experiences and exploring new locations with every opportunity.
• A competitive package and plenty of development opportunities.