Assistant Director of Finance & Business Support at InterContinental Chiang Mai The Mae Ping
IHG Hotels & Resorts
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Thailand
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Permanent
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Full-time
Job Category: Hotel-FinanceJob Description: Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting & Compliance - Oversee preparation of monthly and annual financial statements in accordance with IHG standards and local regulations.
- Ensure timely completion of monthly closing processes and accurate submission to corporate.
- Support statutory reporting, internal audits, tax filings, and liaise with external auditors.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of local accounting laws, tax compliance, and IHG policies.
Business Support & Commercial Insight - Analyze hotel performance, identify risks/opportunities, and contribute to business reviews.
- Provide meaningful financial insight to department heads for profitability and cost control.
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning cycles with data-driven input.
- Develop and track KPIs to measure business efficiency and inform decision-making.
Internal Controls & Risk Management - Assist in implementing and maintaining IHG internal control framework.
- Monitor cash handling, procurement, payroll, and expense processes to ensure accountability.
- Lead or participate in investigations relating to irregularities or financial concerns.
- Champion ethics, accuracy, and confidentiality in all financial matters.
Team Leadership & Collaboration - Lead, train, and develop the Finance team to maintain a high-performing and motivated unit.
- Act as a role model for the hotel's service culture, accountability, and professionalism.
- Partner closely with operational teams (Rooms, F&B, Engineering, etc.) to ensure alignment between financial goals and guest service excellence.
- Step in for the Director of Finance as needed in meetings and approvals.
Qualifications & Experience - Bachelor's degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- CPA or equivalent professional qualification preferred.
- Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in hotel finance, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial capacity.
- Knowledge of Uniform System of Accounts for the Lodging Industry (USALI), local accounting standards, and IHG financial systems.
- Strong Excel and financial modeling skills; familiarity with Sun, Opera, BirchStreet, and other IHG tools is advantageous.
- High attention to detail, analytical thinking, and solution-focused mindset.
- Fluent in Thai and English, both written and spoken.
IHG Hotels & Resorts