Join Naumi Hotels as a Group Director Finance – Shape Luxury Hospitality Worldwide!
Naumi Hotels, a vibrant global hospitality leader under The Naumi Group, is redefining luxury with boutique hotels that blend bold design, personalised guest experiences and prime locations. Our ethos celebrates creativity and individuality, creating an inspiring workplace where innovation thrives. We are seeking a dynamic Group Director Finance (based in Singapore corporate office) to join our global team and drive financial excellence across our portfolio.
Why Naumi?
- Be Part of a Global Vision: Contribute to a world class hospitality brand with properties in Australia, New Zealand, Singapore and United Arab Emirates.
- Creative and Collaborative Culture: Work in an environment that values bold ideas, teamwork and personal growth.
- Career Growth: Lead with impact, mentor talent and shape the future of luxury hospitality.
- Dynamic Work Environment: Thrive in a fast paced, innovative setting with opportunities to travel.
Summary
We are seeking a commercially astute Group Director Finance to partner closely with our Group CEO and Group COO in shaping the financial future of our growing hospitality portfolio across Australia, New Zealand, Singapore and Dubai.
This is a high-impact leadership role for a finance professional who thrives at the intersection of strategy, governance and operational performance—someone who sees numbers as a tool to drive value, not just report it.
About the Role
Strategic Financial Leadership
- Act as a trusted financial partner to the Group CEO, Group COO and regional leadership teams.
- Shape group-wide financial strategy through robust analysis, forecasting and scenario planning.
- Review monthly financial performance and forecasts, identifying opportunities, risks and growth levers.
- Monitor global economic trends and market intelligence to inform strategic decisions.
Financial Reporting & Budgeting
- Oversee accurate and timely monthly and annual financial statements in compliance with statutory requirements.
- Lead the annual business planning and budgeting process across all locations.
- Deliver clear, insightful variance analysis and performance reporting to executives and stakeholders.
- Coordinate fiscal reporting to statutory bodies and external partners.
Risk, Controls & Compliance
- Partner with the Group COO to strengthen internal controls and enterprise risk management.
- Lead financial audit planning and execution, ensuring timely corrective actions.
- Review contracts and legal agreements in collaboration with the Director of Corporate Finance.
- Oversee treasury, banking relationships and cash flow management.
Property & Operational Support
- Work closely with property managers to improve financial performance and profitability.
- Lead capex planning and execution for renovations, brand initiatives and revenue enhancement projects.
- Develop, mentor and oversee property finance teams.
- Drive process improvements, cost optimisation and revenue enhancement initiatives.
Asset Management & Capital Investment
- Safeguard and enhance the long-term value of hotel and real estate assets.
- Evaluate and approve capital investment proposals, including refurbishments and asset replacements.
- Ensure capex decisions align with governance frameworks and deliver strong returns.
- Oversee asset enhancement initiatives, ensuring quality delivery and value for money.
What you Bring ?
Essential
- Degree in Accountancy, Finance or equivalent.
- Minimum 10 years’ senior financial leadership experience, preferably within hospitality or real estate.
- Proven experience managing regional or multi-property portfolios.
- Strong commercial acumen, analytical capability and strategic mindset.
Desirable
- Experience across Australia, New Zealand and/or the Middle East.
- CA or CPA qualification.
- Hands-on experience with hospitality financial systems.
