Assistant Financial Controller

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With over 100 hotels in 20 countries and more than 70 years of hospitality excellence RIU Hotels & Resorts is a global leader known for exceptional service innovation and warm hospitality.

Join us as we continue to redefine luxury and excellence. Whether youre seeking to grow your career explore new horizons or work with a dynamic inclusive team RIU Hotels & Resorts offers unparalleled opportunities to thrive.

This is your chance to be a key player in the most anticipated resort opening of the year in Phuket a flagship 5-star resort featuring 504 rooms. RIU Palace Phuket is located in Mai Khao a tranquil corner of the island renowned for its beautiful unspoiled beaches - just 15 minutes from Phuket International Airport.

Position: Assistant Financial Controller

Department: Finance

Location: RIU Palace Phuket Mai Khao Beach Phuket

About the Role

We are seeking a high-caliber Assistant Financial Controller to serve as a key pillar of our finance department. This role goes beyond daily bookkeeping; you will be responsible for safeguarding the resorts assets ensuring rigorous internal controls and providing the financial insights necessary to drive profitability. You will mentor the accounting team and act as the right hand to the Financial Controller in a high-pressure luxury hospitality environment.

What Youll Do

• Financial Oversight: Manage the day-to-day operations of the finance department including AP AR Income Audit and Payroll ensuring accuracy across all sub-ledgers.

• Tax & Compliance: Oversee the preparation of VAT withholding tax and corporate tax filings ensuring 100% compliance with Thai tax laws.

• Reporting & Analysis: Assist in the preparation of monthly financial statements P&L reports and variance analyses. You will translate numbers into actionable insights for department heads.

• Budgeting & Forecasting: Play a lead role in the annual budget process and monthly rolling forecasts helping the resort stay on track with its financial goals.

• Internal Controls: Implement and monitor robust internal control systems to protect company assets and ensure compliance with RIUs global standards and local Thai regulations.

• Cash Flow Management: Monitor daily cash flow optimize working capital and oversee treasury functions to ensure liquidity.

• Audit Coordination: Lead the preparation for internal and external audits ensuring all documentation is meticulous and transparent.

• Team Leadership: Supervise train and mentor the accounting staff fostering a culture of professional growth and high performance.

What Were Looking For

• Education: Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance is required. A CPA CMA or MBA is highly preferred.

• Communication: Fluency in English is a must and Thai to effectively bridge communication between local teams and global corporate offices.

• Experience: 5 years of progressive accounting experience with at least 2 years in a supervisory role preferably within a 5-star hotel or large-scale resort.

• Analytical : Advanced MS Excel skills (macros complex modeling) and the ability to interpret complex financial data.

• Leadership : A proactive problem-solver who can lead a team through the intensity of month-end closes with calm and precision.

• Integrity: Uncompromising ethical standards and a deep understanding of P&L responsibility.

What Youll Get

• Attractive Remuneration Package and Bonuses: Competitive salary and incentives.

• Access to Company Healthcare: Eligibility for company-supported healthcare after one year.

• Efficient Staff Transport: Convenient transport facilities for all employees.

• Nutritive Meals While on Duty: Well-balanced nutritious meals provided.

• Special Discounts: Exclusive discounts at RIU Hotels & Resorts worldwide.

Why RIU Hotels & Resorts

• Your Growth is Our Priority: We nurture talent through training mentorship and career advancement opportunities.

• A Culture of Belonging: Be part of an inclusive collaborative and rewarding work environment.

• Rewarding Your Commitment: Competitive compensation employee benefits and recognition for dedication and excellence.

Our Commitment

At RIU Hotels & Resorts we value diversity equity and inclusion as fundamental pillars of our success. We welcome all applications regardless of gender ethnicity religion disability age sexual orientation or gender identity.

Additionally through our Proudly Committed strategy we prioritize sustainability responsible practices and positive contributions to the communities where we operate.

By joining RIU you will become part of a company that not only strives for service excellence but also aims to create a positive impact on the world.