At Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel Athens (ranked No. 17 in the World’s 50 Best Hotels), we are committed to safeguarding our hotel’s financial health while driving operational excellence and strategic growth. We are currently seeking a highly experienced Director of Finance to join our Executive Team. This senior leadership role is central to the success of the hotel and a key member of the Planning Committee, contributing to long-term strategy, financial planning, and operational decision-making.

As Director of Finance, you will oversee all financial operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and profitability, while partnering with senior leadership to make data-driven decisions that enhance the guest experience and overall hotel performance.

What You Will Do

• Provide strategic leadership over all hotel finance functions, including accounting, purchasing, payroll, and F&B control.

• Prepare and oversee comprehensive financial reports, budgets, forecasts, CAPEX plans, and cash flow analyses.

• Ensure compliance with corporate policies, local regulations, loan covenants, and internal controls.

• Monitor and manage hotel revenue, expenses, and labor costs, ensuring operational efficiency and profitability.

• Serve as a trusted business advisor to the General Manager and Executive Team, contributing to strategic planning and decision-making.

• Chair the hotel’s financial planning function and represent Finance at the Planning Committee.

• Maintain strong relationships with internal departments, owners, auditors, banks, and external stakeholders.

• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team, fostering a culture of professionalism, accountability, and continuous improvement.

• Drive innovation and process improvement within the Finance department, enhancing efficiency and effectiveness.

What You Bring

• University degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; professional certifications are a plus.

• 3–5 years of senior leadership experience in hotel finance or luxury hospitality operations.

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial management, and reporting standards.

• Proven ability to analyze complex financial data and make strategic business decisions.

• Exceptional leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with hotel financial systems and property management software is an advantage.

• Strategic, analytical mindset with the ability to influence and collaborate across departments.

• Fluency in English; Greek is an advantage.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.

• Participation in the hotel’s Planning Committee and executive-level decision-making.

• Pension plan and private health insurance coverage.

• Relocation package for international or non-local hires.

• Complimentary employee meals and laundry service.

• Access to Four Seasons’ global training and development programs.

• Complimentary stays at Four Seasons properties worldwide, as part of our global employee travel benefits.

• A dynamic and inclusive workplace where your financial leadership makes a tangible impact.

If you are a forward-thinking finance professional with a passion for hospitality and strategic leadership, we invite you to join our team and help shape the future of Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel Athens.