Area Director of Finance

Merex Investment Group

The Area Director of Finance has full day to day responsibility of Jumeirah Burj Al Arab, whilst providing oversight of financial operations for Jumeirah Beach Hotel, Wild Wadi, J Clubs and Oasis Village Colleague Community. The role partners closely with business leaders to drive profitability, financial excellence, and sustainable growth across multiple iconic assets, aligning financial outcomes with the Group s business strategy.

Strategic & Financial Leadership

• Execute the Cluster s financial strategy to support revenue growth, cost efficiency, and long-term profitability. Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing finance team.

• Partner with GMs and department heads to align business decisions with financial performance metrics and ROI targets.

• Lead financial transformation projects using digital tools and BI systems for real-time insights and agile forecasting.

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

• Lead annual budgets, 5-year plans, and rolling forecasts with data-driven insights.

• Deliver monthly performance reviews, variance analysis, and business dashboards.

• Drive KPI management, productivity tracking, and profitability optimization.

Capital Projects & Asset Management

• Develop long-term capital investment and asset maintenance strategies.

• Conduct feasibility studies and ROI reviews for development projects.

• Manage FF&E reserves, CAPEX budgets, and owner reporting.

Governance, Compliance & Risk Control

• Ensure adherence to IFRS, internal control frameworks, and local regulations.

• Lead internal and external audits and ensure timely resolution of findings.

• Enhance automation, reporting accuracy, and financial control systems.