Chief Financial Officer

• Advise the Board of Directors on the Company’s financial strategy, capital structure, financial risk management, and investment efficiency for projects managed by the Company.
  
• Direct the assessment, development, and control of financial plans throughout the investment lifecycle, from project preparation and investment execution through project operation, ensuring effective financial management and control.
  
• Ensure financial models are complete, transparent, and supported by clear assumptions and calculations; assess the feasibility and sensitivity of investment plans and recommend appropriate Base Case, Best Case, and Worst Case scenarios.
  
• Provide the Board of Directors with clear recommendations and sufficient financial analysis to support investment decisions and financial operating models.
  

• Lead the preparation, appraisal, and approval of annual budgets and operating plans for the Company and its projects.
  
• Monitor project costs against approved budgets and benchmark cost levels to identify and control budget overruns.
  
• Supervise cash flow management across the Company and its subsidiaries/projects, ensuring sufficient liquidity and effective use of available funds.
  
• Develop and maintain cash flow forecasts and liquidity plans to support current operations and future projects.
  
• Establish appropriate budgeting principles and benchmarks based on actual operating results and historical data to serve as a basis for subsequent project budgets.
  

• Monitor and control budgets, financial reports, and the financial and operational efficiency of the Company’s business activities.
  
• Provide guidance on and monitor the analysis of budget variances, identify the causes of deviations, and recommend appropriate corrective measures.
  
• Manage and evaluate the financial aspects of HMA arrangements, including management fees, performance fees, and other relevant financial terms.
  
• Participate in the evaluation and selection of hotel brands and negotiate key financial and commercial terms under HMA agreements.
  
• Ensure the achievement of business objectives in terms of revenue, costs, and profitability.
  
• Provide regular analysis of financial performance and recommend solutions to improve financial efficiency and profitability.
  
• Evaluate investment efficiency and operating profitability and ensure that financial performance is optimized.
  
• Review and assess important terms and conditions in HMA contracts and provide recommendations for subsequent HMA negotiations.
  

• Direct and organize the accounting system for the Company and its subsidiaries in accordance with applicable laws and accounting regulations.
  
• Develop and implement accounting policies, regulations, procedures, and internal controls appropriate to the Company’s operating model and management requirements.
  
• Ensure the accounting system is properly designed, standardized, and capable of providing timely and accurate management information.
  
• Oversee the preparation and submission of financial statements, tax reports, and other statutory reports in compliance with applicable regulations.
  
• Monitor tax compliance and identify, assess, and manage tax-related risks.
  
• Work with auditors, tax authorities, and internal control functions during audits, inspections, and other relevant activities.
  
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations and minimize the risk of financial violations, tax exposure, or other financial and accounting risks.
  
• Identify financial and accounting risks and ensure that appropriate controls and mitigation measures are implemented in a timely manner.
  

• Develop and implement a system of cost norms, management tools, and management reports appropriate to the Company’s requirements.
  
• Manage and control project costs and operating expenses to ensure efficient resource utilization and optimize business performance.
  
• Review and monitor the effectiveness of cost-control measures and identify opportunities for cost optimization.
  
• Supervise the review and approval of contracts, payment documents, and other financial expenditures within the approved authority framework.
  
• Ensure that expenditure is properly controlled, aligned with approved budgets, and supported by appropriate documentation.
  

• Direct the Finance and Accounting Department to participate in the appraisal and negotiation of contracts involving purchasing, sales, services, and other transactions of the Company.
  
• Review and assess the financial and commercial terms of contracts and provide recommendations to relevant functions.
  
• Organize the review and appraisal of contracts related to transactions and activities within the Company’s scope of responsibility.
  
• Establish and manage the Company’s contract management process within the Finance and Accounting function.
  
• Ensure that major transactions involving goods, services, and financial commitments are appropriately controlled and that contracts are properly archived and managed in accordance with management requirements.
  

• Manage the Company’s finance and accounting personnel based on position requirements, competency standards, and employee development plans.
  
• Identify manpower requirements, recruit, arrange, and develop finance and accounting personnel in accordance with the Company’s organizational structure and business needs.
  
• Evaluate employee performance, provide coaching and guidance, and develop individual training and career development plans.
  
• Coordinate recruitment and internal personnel arrangements to ensure sufficient resources for the Finance and Accounting function.
  
• Build a professional finance and accounting team with appropriate technical capabilities and a strong service-oriented mindset.
  
• Develop and implement training and development programs for employees, ensuring appropriate professional and technical development.
  

• Monitor, consolidate, and review financial, investment, and business performance reports and provide recommendations to the Board of Directors.
  
• Propose adjustments to financial strategies and budget plans when business conditions or financial performance require changes.
  
• Ensure financial reports and management information are accurate, complete, and delivered on time to support management decision-making.
  
• Provide the Board of Directors with sufficient financial analysis and recommendations to support strategic and operational decisions.
  

• Perform other duties and assignments as directed by the General Director or Chairman of the Board of Directors.
  
• Ensure all assigned responsibilities are completed in accordance with required timelines, quality standards, and management expectations.
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Banking, or a related field. Professional certifications such as CFA, CFO, FRM, or CFF are preferred.
  
• At least 5 years of relevant experience at CFO or equivalent level. Candidates with experience in hospitality, real estate, financial analysis, or project finance are preferred.
  
• Strong knowledge and practical experience in investment finance, capital structure and funding, project financial management, financial management under HMA, accounting systems and standards, and tax management.
  
• Proven experience in developing financial strategies, investment plans, budgets, capital structures, and financial solutions; evaluating investment efficiency and project performance; and optimizing the use of financial resources.
  
• Experience in establishing and managing accounting, financial control, tax, budgeting, reporting, and risk management systems in compliance with applicable regulations and organizational requirements.
  
• Strong understanding of financial analysis, management accounting, cost control, cash flow, investment appraisal, financial risks, and performance management. Ability to provide accurate financial analysis and recommendations to support business decisions.
  
• Proven leadership and organizational management skills, with the ability to develop teams, allocate resources effectively, manage performance, make strategic decisions, and drive business objectives.
  
• Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving, decision-making, communication, stakeholder management, and negotiation skills. High level of integrity, accountability, initiative, adaptability, teamwork, and results orientation.