Finance manager

World of Business Pvt. Ltd. is a Maldivian hospitality and lifestyle company dedicated to redefining urban luxury and creating transformative experiences. With a vision to craft world-class destinations in the Maldives our portfolio is built on innovation authenticity and a deep commitment to service excellence.

Located in the vibrant heart of Hulhumalé City Manhattan Grand Hotel is an upscale urban retreat that blends contemporary elegance with the spirit of Maldivian warmth. The hotel features stylishly designed rooms and suites with panoramic views of the Indian Ocean signature restaurants offering global cuisines and versatile spaces for meetings events and celebrations. As one of Hulhumalés most anticipated hotel openings Manhattan Grand Hotel is set to become the preferred choice for business travelers holidaymakers and city dwellers seeking sophistication comfort and peace of mind.

We are currently seeking a Finance Manager to join our pre-opening team at Manhattan Grand Hotel. This role holds full responsibility for the hotels financial operations controls and reporting providing accurate timely financial insight to ownership and leadership as the hotel moves through pre-opening and into successful operation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee all financial operations of the Hotel including accounts payable accounts receivable payroll and general ledger management.
• Prepare accurate monthly quarterly and annual financial statements in accordance with statutory and ownership reporting requirements.
• Develop and manage the Hotels annual budget and forecasts in coordination with Department Heads and the General Manager.
• Monitor cash flow working capital and financial performance against budget identifying risks and opportunities.
• Establish and maintain strong internal controls financial policies and procedures across all departments.
• Ensure full compliance with Maldivian tax regulations statutory filings and applicable financial legislation.
• Oversee service charge distribution pension contribution processing and payroll accuracy in line with Maldivian labour law.
• Manage relationships with external auditors banks tax authorities and regulatory bodies.
• Support pre-opening financial readiness including chart of accounts setup system implementation and financial SOP development.
• Provide financial analysis and business insight to the General Manager and ownership to support strategic decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with the Hotels brand standards financial governance and Standard Operating Procedures.

To excel in this role you should have:

• Minimum 57 years of experience in hotel finance including at least 23 years in a Finance Manager or Assistant Finance Manager role preferably within an upscale or luxury hospitality environment with pre-opening experience considered a strong advantage.
• Bachelors degree in Finance Accounting or a related field; professional accounting qualification (ACCA CPA CIMA or equivalent) preferred.
• Strong knowledge of hotel accounting financial controls and statutory compliance requirements in the Maldives.
• Proven ability to prepare financial statements budgets and forecasts to a high standard of accuracy.
• Strong leadership and team management skills with experience building and developing a finance team.
• Excellent analytical problem-solving and communication skills.
• Proficiency in hotel accounting systems and financial reporting software.
• Flexibility to work variable hours as required particularly during the pre-opening and financial year-end periods.

At Manhattan Grand Hotel we believe that our colleagues are our greatest strength. We are committed to building a workplace that is inspiring supportive and rewarding. Our benefits include:

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Paid annual leave and public holidays.
• Healthcare benefits and wellness programs.
• Opportunities for professional growth through training and development.
• Career pathways within World of Business Pvt. Ltd.s expanding portfolio.
• Colleague discounts on hotel services dining and stays.
• A collaborative and inclusive work culture where your ideas are valued.

If you bring precision integrity and strategic insight to every financial decision we invite you to join our pre-opening team. Help us build a foundation of financial strength and accountability as Manhattan Grand Hotel opens its doors to the world.