Finance Controller

Company Description Ramee Group of Hotels is an international hospitality conglomerate with a strong presence across the GCC and India, founded in 1985 with its first hotel in Dubai’s Deira district. The group operates over 40 hotels along with numerous restaurants, nightlife venues, and event spaces, all focused on delivering memorable guest experiences. Ramee is expanding beyond its mid-range origins into experiential luxury, highlighted by the launch of its flagship destination property, Ramee Dream, in Dubai in 2022. The pipeline includes new luxury properties in Mumbai, Bangalore, and Abu Dhabi, as well as hotel management contracts with distinctive independent properties across India. Team members join a growing organization that values innovation, service excellence, and long-term career development in hospitality.
Role Description The Finance Controller is a full-time, on-site role based in Bengaluru, responsible for overseeing financial operations for designated properties and corporate entities within the Ramee Group. The role includes managing accounting processes, preparing and reviewing financial statements, budgets, and forecasts, and ensuring compliance with relevant financial regulations and internal policies. The Finance Controller monitors cash flow, controls costs, and supports strategic decision-making by providing accurate financial analysis and performance reports to senior leadership. Day-to-day responsibilities also involve coordinating audits, improving financial systems and controls, guiding local finance teams, and collaborating with operations, procurement, and management to optimize profitability and support the group’s expansion plans.
Qualifications
Candidates should possess strong financial accounting and reporting skills, including experience with general ledger management, month-end closing, and preparation of financial statements.
Candidates should possess budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning skills to support property-level and corporate decision-making.
Candidates should possess expertise in internal controls, compliance, and audit coordination, with the ability to implement and monitor robust financial policies and procedures.
Candidates should possess proficiency in financial analysis, cost control, and cash flow management, ideally within the hospitality or service industry.
Candidates should possess advanced skills in financial software and ERP systems, along with strong Excel and data analysis capabilities.
Candidates should possess effective communication, stakeholder management, and cross-functional collaboration skills to work closely with operations and leadership teams.
Professional qualifications such as CA, CMA, CPA, or an equivalent finance/accounting degree are highly beneficial, along with prior experience as a Finance Controller or in a senior finance role.
Experience in hotel or hospitality finance, familiarity with multi-property environments, and a track record of driving process improvement and efficiency are desirable.

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