Assistant Director of Finance & Business Support - Regent Kuala Lumpur (Pre-opening)

IHG · Malaysia

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YOUR DAY TO DAY

People

Support the day-to-day management of the Finance team, planning and assigning work, and advising on policies and procedures
Promote teamwork and coordination with other departments, acting as a key finance contact across the hotel

Financial

Oversee day-to-day accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, audit, and General Ledger functions
Maintain an up-to-date cash flow projection, maximising cash flow performance through inventory, credit, collection, and disbursement controls
Support the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and the hotel's month-end closing, including IHG and Owner reporting
Prepare financial analyses of hotel performance, including variance explanations and recommendations
Ensure all balance sheet accounts are reconciled monthly, and review and approve reconciliations
Prepare or review monthly and yearly taxation reports
Maintain the fixed asset register and ensure contracts, leases, and financial records are properly stored and safeguarded

Guest Experience

Build and maintain positive relationships with internal and external guests, addressing needs promptly and professionally
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of hotel services, programmes, and events to support guests where needed
Uphold Regent brand standards in every interaction, on and off the guest floor

Responsible Business

Ensure strict compliance with the Control Self-Assessment (CSA) framework, working toward a full score across all categories
Implement and maintain accounting practices in line with IHG policy, government regulation, and generally accepted accounting principles
Maintain audit-ready documentation for all hotel accounts
Stay current on legislative and industry developments relevant to the Finance department
Perform other duties as assigned

Accountabilities

Acts as second-in-command of the Finance & Business Support department
Full oversight of accounts receivable, accounts payable, income audit, and cash management functions
Accurate, timely month-end closing and statutory/management reporting
Full compliance with IHG financial controls, CSA standards, and statutory requirements
Leadership and supervision of the Finance team

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU

To thrive in this role and bring poise and precision to the guest journey, you'll need:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
Minimum 2–3 years' experience in hotel accounting or audit, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial controls, and statutory reporting requirements
Proven experience supervising or leading a finance team
Fluent English required; other languages an advantage

At Regent Kuala Lumpur, we want to elevate our guests above the noise, this can only be achieved if we thoughtfully manage and connect the service processes. Every role here plays a part in that promise, bringing care and poise to the guest journey, whether guests see it directly or feel it in the quality of their stay. The Assistant Director of Finance & Business Support supports the Director of Finance & Business Support in directing the hotel's financial operations, ensuring every report, reconciliation, and control reflects the same precision and care that defines the guest experience. This role oversees the day-to-day work of the Finance team — from accounts receivable and payable to income audit and cash management — safeguarding the hotel's assets and financial integrity.

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