Job description
*Full-year contract
As Assistant Director of Finance, I fully comprehend the vision of Six Senses to help people reconnect with themselves, others and the world around them, plus our values of local sensitivity and global sensibility, crafted experiences, emotional hospitality, responsible and caring, fun and quirky and pioneering wellness. By embracing the Six Senses vision and values, I will deliver an exceptional experience for guests and develop hosts to be the very best they can be.
In this role, I will assume full responsibility for the efficient operation of the property to provide exceptional products and services within Six Senses brand operating standards and budget.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Operational Ownership
In this role, I will assume full responsibility for the efficient operation of the Finance department within Six Senses financial operating standards. I will establish and maintain effective management of the resort’s accounting practices and provide a flow of financial information and reporting to all divisions and departments, Home Office and the owners.
• Assume responsibility for the day-to-day efficient and compliant operation of the Finance department in alignment with Six Senses financial operating standards, policies and guidelines.
• Maintain accurate, transparent and timely financial accounting practices across all divisions and departments, ensuring effective internal controls and adherence to all statutory, legal, financial and tax requirements.
• Support the preparation, implementation and monitoring of the annual budget, financial forecasts and capital expenditure planning; actively track and analyze performance data and propose improvement measures.
• Collaborate closely with the Cluster Director of Finance, General Manager and Executive Committee in guiding financial strategy, business planning, risk management and data-driven decision-making.
• Oversee daily financial transactions and approvals including purchase requisitions, purchase orders, vendor payments, petty cash, payroll, audit requests and other financial requirements.
• Ensure compliance and continuous improvement of financial systems, payroll systems, documentation standards, reporting tools and internal control procedures in line with company and regulatory frameworks.
• Respond promptly and effectively to audit issues and drive corrective actions to achieve full compliance and continuous improvement.
• Lead and monitor purchasing practices to ensure full alignment with Six Senses Sustainability & Eat With Six Senses platforms, including supplier vetting, ethical sourcing, product traceability and responsible consumption.
• Oversee regular stocktaking procedures, storage compliance and inventory valuation to ensure accuracy, cost control and product preservation within required standards.
• Keep abreast of financial, hospitality and industry trends, continuously upskilling and elevating departmental performance, efficiency and best practices.
• Maintain the highest standards of personal appearance, grooming, safety, security and emergency awareness, ensuring the same from all team members.
• Ensure clear, effective and transparent communication within the Finance Department and across all resort departments to support smooth operations and enhance financial awareness at all levels.
• Produce accurate financial reporting in accordance with the Uniform System of Accounting for the Lodging Industry (USALI) and corporate reporting standards.
• Prepare and submit legally required reports, tax-related documentation and confidential materials within established deadlines.
• Actively support a culture where financial accountability, ethical conduct and revenue awareness is embedded across all hosts.
• Attend and contribute to leadership meetings, financial briefings and business reviews, ensuring clear dissemination of relevant information.
• Perform any additional duties requested by the Cluster Director of Finance.
Qualifications:
To execute the position of Assistant Director of Finance, I have the required qualifications, technical skills and experience in a similar or greater role in luxury hotels with proven results. I possess a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting or similar qualifications and professional accounting body certification. I have more than five years’ experience in a hotel accounting role.
I am a personally involved, visible and proactive leader with excellent organizational skills, capable of providing focused direction and continuing to establish the property’s prominent position within the market. I possess a well-developed capability for strategic decision-making and a track record of proven results in the areas of customer satisfaction, operational excellence, host satisfaction, revenue and profit.
My financial acumen positions me as a business savvy leader with demonstrated financial understanding and interpretation of reports plus cost and inventory control.
Technical skills include Advanced MS Office - Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. I am also familiar with various hotel systems including POS, PMS and CRM platforms. I have an excellent command of written and spoken English with some knowledge of the local language and customs.
A valid European work permit is mandatory to be considered for the role.
The above is intended to provide an overview of the role and responsibilities of a Assistant Director of Finance for Six Senses Ibiza . It is not and does not imply that the above is an inclusive and/or exhaustive list of the duties and responsibilities inherent in the position.
Six Senses is an equal opportunity employer. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.
