Financial Controller

As Financial Controller , you will be the financial custodian of Basiqat Resort by Mantis , ensuring strong financial governance, accurate reporting, and robust control environments in a remote resort setting. You will partner closely with the General Manager and regional finance leadership to drive financial performance, safeguard assets, and support strategic decision-making. This is a hands-on role requiring both operational depth and strategic oversight, particularly suited to a pre-opening or early-stage resort environment. What You ll Do Financial Management & Reporting Oversee all financial operations including accounting, reporting, budgeting, and forecasting Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting Prepare management accounts and performance analysis for leadership review Maintain integrity of financial data and compliance with group standards Budgeting & Forecasting Lead annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes Partner with department heads to ensure accurate cost planning and revenue alignment Monitor financial performance against budgets and explain variances Support commercial teams with financial insights to drive profitability Internal Controls & Compliance Ensure strong internal controls are implemented and maintained across all finance processes Safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with Accor policies and procedures Ensure full compliance with Saudi financial regulations, tax requirements, and statutory obligations Coordinate internal and external audits Operational Finance Support Oversee accounts payable, receivable, payroll coordination, and cash management Support procurement and purchasing processes with financial governance Ensure proper cost allocation across departments and revenue streams Business Partnering Act as a trusted financial advisor to the General Manager and leadership team Provide insights to support decision-making, cost optimisation, and revenue growth Work closely with operations, HR, and commercial teams to ensure financial alignment Systems & Process Improvement Ensure effective use of financial systems and tools (PMS, ERP, POS integration where applicable) Drive continuous improvement in financial processes and reporting efficiency Support pre-opening financial setup and system implementation if required.