Director, Finance

ENNISMORE

The Role

As Director of Finance, you will be the strategic steward of Faena Wadi Safar s financial health. You will lead all financial operations during pre-opening and beyond, ensuring transparency, accuracy, and compliance while enabling commercial excellence and owner confidence.

You will act as a trusted partner to the General Manager, Directors, and ownership, translating financial insight into decisions that support Faena s artistry, operational precision, and sustainable growth.

What You Will Create

Financial Strategy & Leadership

• Develop and execute Faena Wadi Safar s financial strategy, aligned with operational and business objectives.

• Provide insightful financial analysis, forecasts, and recommendations to support decision-making and long-term growth.

• Partner with ownership and leadership to define financial KPIs, targets, and success metrics.

Pre-Opening Readiness

• Lead pre-opening financial planning, including budgets, capital expenditure (CAPEX) allocations, and operational forecasting.

• Establish financial systems, procedures, and controls that ensure compliance, accuracy, and readiness for operational launch.

• Collaborate with project teams to monitor pre-opening costs and manage budgets efficiently.

Reporting & Compliance

• Oversee accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with IFRS, local regulations, and corporate standards.

• Ensure compliance with Saudi laws, tax obligations, and audit requirements.

• Maintain detailed records, reconciliations, and audit-ready documentation for ownership and regulatory bodies.

Operational Finance & Controls

• Implement robust internal controls to safeguard assets and manage financial risk.

• Partner with department heads to monitor budgets, cost centers, and operational performance.

• Drive revenue integrity, expense management, and profitability while maintaining ultra-luxury service standards.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, mentor, and inspire the finance team, fostering professional growth, collaboration, and accountability.

• Build a culture of precision, transparency, and operational excellence within the finance department.

• Support succession planning and talent development, particularly among Saudi nationals.