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Iridium - Global Executive Search

<div>
 
 
 DIRECTOR OF FINANCE &ndash; DOHA QATAR - FLAGSHIP HOTEL OPPORTUNITY
 
 
 
 
 (Inclusive of a full family package with schooling for two children.)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Large Luxury Hotel | International Hotel Group
 
 
 
 
 
 We are seeking an experienced
 
 Director of Finance
 
 for a large luxury hotel in the DOHA, operating as part of a leading international hotel group.
 
 
 
 
 
 The successful candidate will be responsible for the full financial leadership of the property, working closely with the General Manager and senior leadership team to drive profitability, financial control, budgeting, forecasting and strategic commercial performance.
 
 
 
 
 
 This role requires a strong hotel finance background, ideally gained within large-scale luxury or upper-upscale properties. Experience with international hotel brands, owner reporting, asset management communication, cost control and GOP improvement will be highly valued.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key requirements:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Current or recent experience as Director of Finance within a hotel environment
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong background in luxury, upper-upscale or large international branded hotels
 </li>
 <li>
 UAE or GCC experience preferred
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting skills
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management ability
 </li>
 <li>
 Commercially minded with the ability to support operational decision-making
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected international hotel group and play a key role in the financial performance of a major luxury property in DOHA.
 
 
 Interested candidates are invited to apply in confidence.
 
</div>

Director of Finance And Administration

Hilton

<div>Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You
Picture yourself brightening someone&rsquo;s day. When you join our Hotels team, that&rsquo;s exactly what you&rsquo;ll do every time you come to work! As a Director of Finance , you&rsquo;re not just overseeing all hotel financial operations &ndash; you&rsquo;re spreading the light and warmth of hospitality by delivering memorable experiences that make the stay for every guest.</div>
 <div>Here's what you'll do during a typical day:
<ul><li>Drive financial strategy: Oversee all financial operations, ensuring alignment with the hotel&rsquo;s strategic goals to optimize profitability and efficiency
</li><li>Oversee financial planning and analysis: Direct the preparation of annual plans, projections, and budgets, providing financial insights to support business decisions
</li><li>Advise hotel leadership: Serve as the primary financial advisor to hotel management, ownership, and department heads, offering data-driven recommendations to enhance financial performance
</li><li>Ensure financial compliance: Uphold adherence to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and safeguard hotel assets through strong financial controls
</li><li>Optimize financial reporting: Oversee systems and processes to drive accuracy, efficiency, and transparency in financial reporting.
</li><li>Monitor and approve financial transactions: Oversee and authorize hotel sales, purchases, salaries, and expenses to maintain fiscal responsibility and operational efficiency
</li><li>Cultivate a high-performing team: Drive engagement and retention through performance management, professional development, and recognition programs</li></ul></div>
 <div>What It Takes to Make the Stay
At Hilton, our core values define what it takes to succeed here and guide the qualities we look for in every team member:
A passion for spreading the light and warmth of Hospitality . Acting with Integrity and always doing the right thing. Inspiring others through Leadership . A belief that Teamwork drives the best outcomes. A sense of Ownership and accountability. And a focus on the Now , bringing urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting impact.</div>
 <div><div><div>Join an Award-Winning Workplace Culture
 
</div><div>At Hilton, we don&rsquo;t just deliver exceptional experiences for our guests&mdash;we build an exceptional workplace for the Team Members who make it all possible. As a global leader in hospitality, we&rsquo;ve welcomed more than 3 billion guests worldwide, all while staying true to our founding vision: to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality.
</div><div>Our award-winning culture has earned us repeated recognition on the World&rsquo;s Best Workplaces list by Great Place to Work and Fortune. With our suite of world-class brands , and a company-wide commitment to providing the best stay for every guest, we&rsquo;re setting new standards for the future of travel.
</div><div>Whether you&rsquo;re starting your career or exploring something new, Hilton supports your journey every step of the way. Come for the job, stay for the career&mdash;and help us make every stay a little more magical.
</div></div><div>Curious about life at Hilton? Explore our Careers Blog to see why we&rsquo;re more than a great place to stay&mdash;we&rsquo;re a great place to work.</div></div>

Director of Finance

<div>
 
 Job Description
 
 
 
 
 Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You
 
 
 
 Picture yourself brightening someone&rsquo;s day. When you join our Hotels team, that&rsquo;s exactly what you&rsquo;ll do every time you come to work! As a
 
 Director of Finance
 
 , you&rsquo;re not just overseeing all hotel financial operations &ndash; you&rsquo;re spreading the light and warmth of hospitality by delivering memorable experiences that make the stay for every guest.
 
 
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 
 Here's what you'll do during a typical day:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Drive financial strategy: Oversee all financial operations, ensuring alignment with the hotel&rsquo;s strategic goals to optimize profitability and efficiency
 </li>
 <li>
 Oversee financial planning and analysis: Direct the preparation of annual plans, projections, and budgets, providing financial insights to support business decisions
 </li>
 <li>
 Advise hotel leadership: Serve as the primary financial advisor to hotel management, ownership, and department heads, offering data-driven recommendations to enhance financial performance
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure financial compliance: Uphold adherence to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and safeguard hotel assets through strong financial controls
 </li>
 <li>
 Optimize financial reporting: Oversee systems and processes to drive accuracy, efficiency, and transparency in financial reporting.
 </li>
 <li>
 Monitor and approve financial transactions: Oversee and authorize hotel sales, purchases, salaries, and expenses to maintain fiscal responsibility and operational efficiency
 </li>
 <li>
 Cultivate a high-performing team: Drive engagement and retention through performance management, professional development, and recognition programs
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 
 
 What It Takes to Make the Stay
 
 
 
 At Hilton, Our Core Values Define What It Takes To Succeed Here And Guide The Qualities We Look For In Every Team Member
 
 
 A passion for spreading the light and warmth of
 
 Hospitality
 
 . Acting with
 
 Integrity
 
 and always doing the right thing. Inspiring others through
 
 Leadership
 
 . A belief that
 
 Teamwork
 
 drives the best outcomes. A sense of
 
 Ownership
 
 and accountability. And a focus on the
 
 Now
 
 , bringing urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting impact.
 
 
 
 About Us
 
 
 
 
 Join an Award-Winning Workplace Culture
 
 
 
 At Hilton, we don&rsquo;t just deliver exceptional experiences for our guests&mdash;we build an exceptional workplace for the Team Members who make it all possible. As a global leader in hospitality, we&rsquo;ve welcomed more than 3 billion guests worldwide, all while staying true to our founding vision: to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality.
 
 
 Our award-winning culture has earned us repeated recognition on the World&rsquo;s Best Workplaces list by Great Place to Work and Fortune. With our suite of world-class brands , and a company-wide commitment to providing the best stay for every guest, we&rsquo;re setting new standards for the future of travel.
 
 
 Whether you&rsquo;re starting your career or exploring something new, Hilton supports your journey every step of the way. Come for the job, stay for the career&mdash;and help us make every stay a little more magical.
 
 
 Curious about life at Hilton? Explore our Careers Blog to see why we&rsquo;re more than a great place to stay&mdash;we&rsquo;re a great place to work.
</div>

BAE Systems

<div>
 
 Purpose of Role
 
 
 
 To
 
 
 provide financial leadership across the family office and its investments,
 
 
 supporting financial management, investment activities and strategic
 
 
 decision-making. The role will work closely with the CEO and investment team to
 
 
 ensure effective financial management, governance and reporting.
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 
 Financial Leadership
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Lead financial planning, budgeting and forecasting activities.
 </li>
 <li>
 Oversee treasury, cash flow and liquidity management.
 </li>
 <li>
 Develop and maintain financial controls and reporting frameworks.
 </li>
 <li>
 Manage financial reporting across the family office and associated entities.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Investment Support
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Support the evaluation of investment opportunities.
 </li>
 <li>
 Conduct financial analysis, modelling and valuation activities.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support acquisitions, disposals and strategic projects.
 </li>
 <li>
 Monitor financial performance across portfolio investments.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Governance &amp; Advisory
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Act as a trusted adviser to the CEO.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support strategic planning and commercial decision-making.
 </li>
 <li>
 Manage relationships with banks, auditors and external advisers.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Candidate Profile
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Commercially minded finance leader.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong analytical and problem-solving capability.
 </li>
 <li>
 Comfortable operating in an entrepreneurial environment.
 </li>
 <li>
 Able to challenge and influence senior stakeholders.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ambitious and on an upward career trajectory.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 
 Essential Experience &amp;
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Existing Qatar experience.
 </li>
 <li>
 Established professional network within Qatar.
 </li>
 <li>
 Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CPA, CIMA or equivalent).
 </li>
 <li>
 10-17 years&rsquo; experience.
 </li>
 <li>
 Finance leadership experience.
 </li>
 <li>
 Investment and transaction exposure.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong financial modelling and analytical capability.
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience supporting acquisitions, investments or strategic projects.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Desirable Experience &amp;
 
 
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Family office experience.
 </li>
 <li>
 Real estate investment exposure.
 </li>
 <li>
 M&amp;A transaction experience.
 </li>
 <li>
 Start-up or growth company experience.
 </li>
 <li>
 Treasury and capital management experience.
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience working directly with shareholders, founders or principals.
 </li>
 </ul>
</div>

Finance Manager

Minor Hotels

<div>
 
 Job Location:
 
 
 
 Banana Island Resort Doha By Anantara
 
 
 Anantara Hotels &amp; Resorts is a global luxury hotel and resort brand rooted in Thai culture, with an intrinsic sense of authentic hospitality. Inspired by the Sanskrit word meaning &lsquo;without end&rsquo;, our spirit embodies freedom, movement, and harmony. We believe every journey should leave a lasting impression &mdash; for our guests and for our people.
 
 
 Founded in 2001 in Thailand, we have since expanded across the world, welcoming guests in some of the world&rsquo;s most captivating locales &mdash; from pristine beaches and private islands to ancient sites and vibrant metropolises. If you are driven by a passion for generosity, warmth and heartfelt hospitality, Anantara offers a career without limits.
 
 
 
 Job Purpose
 
 
 
 The Finance Manager is responsible for maintaining a strong accounting, financial reporting, and operational control environment to safeguard company assets, enhance profitability, and mitigate business risks. The role oversees key finance shared service functions including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger, Income Audit, Night Audit, Credit Management, Bank Reconciliations, Fixed Assets, and Intercompany Transactions.
 
 
 The Finance Manager ensures accurate and timely financial operations, supports statutory and management reporting, drives process improvements, and provides leadership to the finance team. The role also plays a key part in stakeholder communication with property leadership, owners, auditors, customers, and internal departments to ensure financial discipline, compliance, and operational efficiency.
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Financial Operations Management
 </li>
 <li>
 Manage end-to-end finance shared service operations including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger, Bank Reconciliations, Fixed Assets, Intercompany Transactions, Income Audit, Night Audit, and Credit Management.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure daily financial transactions are accurately processed, supported, approved in line with policy, and recorded on time.
 </li>
 <li>
 Monitor daily cash, bank, revenue, receivable, payable, and balance sheet activities to identify issues, resolve discrepancies, and escalate critical matters when required.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure accurate and timely month-end and year-end closing activities, including accruals, reconciliations, intercompany balances, and financial adjustments.
 </li>
 <li>
 Track key financial metrics, monitor cash flow, review payment patterns, and highlight financial risks to management.
 </li>
 <li>
 Financial Reporting and Analysis
 </li>
 <li>
 Review financial reports to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company standards.
 </li>
 <li>
 Prepare and review variance analysis, management reports, weekly financial updates, and monthly financial KPI presentations for leadership and stakeholders.
 </li>
 <li>
 Analyze income variances, cost-saving opportunities, budget deviations, and forecast variances, and recommend corrective actions.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support statutory, regulatory, owner, corporate, and management reporting requirements.
 </li>
 <li>
 Use analytical tools, Advanced Excel, Power BI, and financial modeling to support forecasting, scenario analysis, and decision-making.
 </li>
 <li>
 Income Audit, Revenue Control and Reconciliations
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure daily revenue reports are reviewed accurately and any errors are identified and corrected on time.
 </li>
 <li>
 Oversee income audit processes to ensure completeness, accuracy, and proper documentation of revenue transactions.
 </li>
 <li>
 Supervise daily cash and bank reconciliations and ensure discrepancies are resolved promptly.
 </li>
 <li>
 Lead daily Accounts Receivable reconciliations and weekly reconciliation of high-risk and key balance sheet accounts.
 </li>
 <li>
 Oversee monthly balance sheet reconciliations and ensure proper review, documentation, and follow-up on outstanding items.
 </li>
 <li>
 Resolve customer account discrepancies and coordinate with operations, front office, sales, and other departments where required.
 </li>
 <li>
 Credit Management and Risk Control
 </li>
 <li>
 Oversee credit facility management in accordance with company policy and approved procedures.
 </li>
 <li>
 Verify credit forms, approvals, supporting documents, and disbursement records to ensure compliance and accuracy.
 </li>
 <li>
 Monitor credit policy compliance, payment behavior, ageing balances, and customer risk exposure.
 </li>
 <li>
 Conduct weekly credit review meetings and follow up on overdue balances with relevant stakeholders.
 </li>
 <li>
 Develop and recommend credit and risk mitigation strategies to reduce exposure and improve cash collection.
 </li>
 <li>
 Maintain positive engagement with key customers while protecting the company&rsquo;s financial position.
 </li>
 <li>
 Internal Controls, Compliance and Audit
 </li>
 <li>
 Maintain a strong internal control environment across all finance operations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure compliance with corporate policies, statutory requirements, financial procedures, delegation of authority, and company standards.
 </li>
 <li>
 Coordinate and support internal audits, external audits, self-assessments, and owner-related financial reviews.
 </li>
 <li>
 Prepare and monitor action plans for audit findings, control failures, and self-assessment gaps.
 </li>
 <li>
 Implement corrective actions and ensure timely closure of audit recommendations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure all finance documents are filed correctly, archived monthly, and maintained in line with the Clear Desk, Clear Mind process and company document retention standards.
 </li>
 <li>
 Process Improvement and Automation
 </li>
 <li>
 Identify opportunities to improve finance processes, reporting efficiency, controls, and team productivity.
 </li>
 <li>
 Implement automation tools and reporting improvements to reduce manual work, improve accuracy, and enhance decision-making.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support continuous improvement initiatives across finance shared services.
 </li>
 <li>
 Promote standardization of processes across properties and ensure consistent application of finance policies.
 </li>
 <li>
 Stakeholder Management and Communication
 </li>
 <li>
 Maintain regular communication with property leadership, owners, corporate finance, auditors, customers, suppliers, and internal departments.
 </li>
 <li>
 Provide property managers and senior leadership with updates on financial performance, risks, cash flow, and operational issues.
 </li>
 <li>
 Communicate daily with stakeholders to resolve finance-related matters and support business operations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Work closely with operations teams on financial escalations, revenue concerns, billing disputes, credit issues, and cost control matters.
 </li>
 <li>
 Build strong working relationships with owners, top management, department heads, and key business partners.
 </li>
 <li>
 Team Leadership and Development
 </li>
 <li>
 Lead, guide, and support the finance team to ensure accuracy, accountability, and timely completion of tasks.
 </li>
 <li>
 Conduct weekly finance team alignment meetings to review priorities, deadlines, issues, and action plans.
 </li>
 <li>
 Train junior managers and team members on financial processes, reconciliations, reporting standards, audit requirements, and compliance procedures.
 </li>
 <li>
 Promote teamwork, interdepartmental collaboration, ownership, and continuous learning within the finance function.
 </li>
 <li>
 Handle team queries, support problem-solving, and escalate critical issues to the Director of Finance when necessary.
 </li>
 <li>
 Other Responsibilities
 </li>
 <li>
 Support the Director of Finance in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, audits, owner communication, and business reviews.
 </li>
 <li>
 Respond to business interruptions such as urgent calls, emails, meetings, operational requests, and management escalations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Perform all other duties and tasks assigned by the Director of Finance or senior management.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Key Skills and Competencies
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Financial Accounting
 </li>
 <li>
 Shared Services Operations
 </li>
 <li>
 Financial Reporting
 </li>
 <li>
 Budgeting and Forecasting
 </li>
 <li>
 Internal Controls and Compliance
 </li>
 <li>
 Income Audit and Revenue Control
 </li>
 <li>
 Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
 </li>
 <li>
 Balance Sheet Reconciliations
 </li>
 <li>
 Cash Flow Monitoring
 </li>
 <li>
 Credit Management
 </li>
 <li>
 Process Improvement
 </li>
 <li>
 Audit Coordination
 </li>
 <li>
 People Management
 </li>
 <li>
 Stakeholder Management
 </li>
 <li>
 Analytical Thinking
 </li>
 <li>
 Problem Solving
 </li>
 <li>
 Project Management
 </li>
 <li>
 Advanced Excel
 </li>
 <li>
 Power BI
 </li>
 <li>
 Financial Modeling
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent Communication Skills
 </li>
 <li>
 Leadership and Team Development
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Key Performance Indicators
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Timely and accurate month-end closing
 </li>
 <li>
 Quality and accuracy of financial reports
 </li>
 <li>
 Completion and quality of balance sheet reconciliations
 </li>
 <li>
 Reduction of ageing receivables and credit risks
 </li>
 <li>
 Compliance with internal controls, policies, and statutory requirements
 </li>
 <li>
 Timely closure of audit findings and self-assessment action plans
 </li>
 <li>
 Accuracy of income audit and revenue reporting
 </li>
 <li>
 Improvement in cash flow visibility and reporting
 </li>
 <li>
 Efficiency of finance shared service operations
 </li>
 <li>
 Team performance, development, and engagement
 </li>
 <li>
 Successful implementation of process improvements and automation
 </li>
 <li>
 Effective communication with owners, leadership, auditors, and departments
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Minimum Requirements
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
 </li>
 <li>
 Professional qualification such as ACCA, CPA, CMA, CIMA, or equivalent is preferred.
 </li>
 <li>
 Minimum 5 to 7 years of finance experience, preferably in hospitality, shared services, or multi-property operations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong knowledge of accounting standards, financial reporting, internal controls, reconciliations, audit requirements, and hotel finance operations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required; Power BI, ERP, hotel PMS, and accounting system experience is an advantage.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong leadership, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to work under pressure, manage deadlines, and handle multiple priorities across departments and properties.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
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</div>

Finance Manager - Shared Service

ESMT Berlin

<div>
 
 ESMT Berlin is a leading global business school with its campus in the heart of Berlin. Founded by 25 global companies, ESMT offers master, MBA, and PhD programs, as well as executive education on its campus in Berlin, in locations around the world, online, and in online blended format. We strongly believe in cross-team collaboration to achieve our mission to develop entrepreneurial leaders who think globally and act responsibly.
 
 
 
 
 
 DEEP - Institute for Deep Tech Innovation - is ESMT&rsquo;s innovation hub dedicated to amplifying our ecosystem&rsquo;s ability to generate and scale science-based businesses. We empower scientists to commercialize technologies, support deep tech startups to scale internationally and connect leading research organizations to connect with the startup and innovation ecosystem effectively.
 
 
 
 
 
 DEEP is running targeted and ambitious activities in the fields of Healthcare, Natural Capital, Cyber Security, Artificial Intelligence and Compute, currently expanding to Qatar
 
 
 
 
 
 Join our DEEP Qatar team on-site as a
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Operations Lead DEEP Qatar
 
 
 
 (m/f/x, 40 hrs./week, starting in August-September 2026, on-site in Doha)
 
 
 
 
 
 and help shape the future by bringing your expertise and passion to ESMT.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 How you&rsquo;ll make a difference
 
 
 
 The Operations Lead is responsible for the operational backbone of DEEP Qatar. They keep the Qatar site running, manage operational tracking of the program budget, and provide operational support across the three flagship programs (DEEP Academy, DEEP Pioneers, and CDL Doha).
 
 
 They bring local knowledge of business practices and cultural nuances in Qatar and the wider GCC to support the team in navigating the local environment effectively. In year one, this means supporting the establishment of an operation from scratch in a new market. In year two and beyond, it means scaling that operation as the programs mature.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Entity, governance, and office operations
 
 
 
 Primarily responsible for keeping the Qatar entity operational. Stay on top of day-to-day compliance obligations such as accounting, HR, legal, IT, and office operations. Support the relationship with the company secretary and external legal counsel. Support the operational management of banking relationships, including account administration, vendor payments, and expense systems. Manage office leases, vendor contracts, and supplier relationships. Lead the operational logistics for local new-hire onboarding.
 
 
 
 Program budget and operations support
 
 
 
 Manage operational tracking of the various program budgets. Track costs, reconcile spend against budget allocations, and report regularly to the Director. Support the Program Manager with project-level budget management.
 
 
 Provide operational support across DEEP Academy, DEEP Pioneers, and CDL Doha, including support for Academy curriculum refinement and ecosystem day preparation alongside the Director and Program Manager. Coordinate with the Berlin team on operational alignment, shared services, and reporting.
 
 
 
 Business systems and processes
 
 
 
 Set up and maintain the tools and processes that support the Director and the wider team in business development, partnership management, and operational delivery. This includes CRM, pipeline tracking, internal reporting, and operational workflows.
 
 
 
 Local partnership and ecosystem intelligence
 
 
 
 Support the Director with institutional knowledge of local business practices and cultural nuances in Qatar and the GCC region. Provide intelligence and brief the team on the regional entrepreneur and innovation ecosystem, including key accelerators, networks, and communities relevant to Pioneers and CDL scouting. Maintain awareness of local vendors relevant to program delivery and share that intelligence with the team.
 
 
 
 Equipment and IT
 
 
 
 Lead local equipment management, including sourcing, maintenance, and inventory of IT hardware, screens, AV equipment, and connectivity. Resolve day-to-day local IT and infrastructure issues so the team can work without disruption.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 What makes you a great fit.
 
 
 
 You are an operator with strong institutional knowledge of how things work in Qatar and the wider GCC. You combine the operational rigour to run an entity, track a budget and build systems with the local instinct to spot what matters and flag it early. You have direct experience of working with or inside Qatari government, or sovereign or quasi-government institutions, and you bring that experience to bear in helping the team navigate the local environment effectively. You are comfortable being hands-on across operations, finance and systems in a small, scaling team without a playbook.
 
 
 Must-haves
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 5 to 8 years of professional experience with meaningful time spent living or working in Qatar or the wider GCC
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong working knowledge of local business practices, customs and how decisions get made in the region
 </li>
 <li>
 Operational management experience in an international organisation, including budget tracking and financial reporting
 </li>
 <li>
 Working Arabic
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience in standing up new operations or geographies
 </li>
 <li>
 Comfortable operating in a small, scaling team with a limited playbook
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Strong preferences
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Institutional experience of the Qatari government, or sovereign or quasi-government agencies
 </li>
 <li>
 Background in startup, accelerator, university or innovation ecosystem
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience setting up and managing CRM, pipeline tracking or operational systems
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience managing IT, vendor and supplier relationships in a small-team environment
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Nice to have
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Existing relationships with QSTP, Qatar Foundation, QRDI, QIA or the major Qatari universities.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 What makes this more than just a job
 
 
 
 ESMT offers a collegial and international work environment, with employees representing more than 55 nationalities. We encourage a self-driven mind-set and contributions that create meaningful and lasting impact. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a fair and inclusive workplace where individuals of all identities and backgrounds are welcomed and valued. Fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion enriches our employees, students, and broader community.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 We look forward to receiving your application and learning more about you!
 
 
 
 Please submit your application via our online application form, including:
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Your CV (including relevant certificates and references)
 </li>
 <li>
 Your salary expectations and earliest possible start date
 </li>
 <li>
 A short answer to the following question:
 
 What do you love about the act of building operational order out of nothing, and what makes you want to use that energy to fuel a fast-paced startup ecosystem rather than a traditional corporate machine in Qatar?
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Contact:
 
 
 
 
 ESMT Berlin
 
 
 Lisa Karner
 
 
 Human Resources Manager
 
 
 Schlossplatz 1
 
 
 10178 Berlin
 
 
 Tel: 030 21231 0
 
 
 Jobs at ESMT Berlin
 
</div>

Operations Lead DEEP Qatar

UCC Holding

<div>
 
 Senior Cost Control Manager &ndash; EPC Projects (Oil &amp; Gas / Power Generation)
 
 
 
 Company:
 
 UCC Trading &amp; Contracting (UCC) &ndash; Qatar
 
 
 
 Department:
 
 Project Controls
 
 
 
 Reports To:
 
 Project Controls Director
 
 
 
 Location:
 
 Qatar
 
 
 About UCC Trading &amp; Contracting
 
 
 UCC Trading &amp; Contracting (UCC) is one of the leading EPC and construction organizations in the region, delivering large-scale projects across the Oil &amp; Gas, Power, Infrastructure, Industrial, and Energy sectors. As part of our continued growth, we are seeking a highly accomplished
 
 Senior Cost Control Manager
 
 to lead cost governance and financial performance across multiple mega EPC projects.
 
 
 Position Summary
 
 
 The
 
 Senior Cost Control Manager
 
 is a strategic leadership role responsible for overseeing cost control, forecasting, budget governance, and financial performance across a portfolio of major EPC projects.
 
 
 Acting as the organization's
 
 Corporate Cost Authority
 
 , the successful candidate will ensure the integrity of project budgets, forecasts, commitments, and reporting while providing executive management with accurate, data-driven insights for informed decision-making.
 
 
 This role requires extensive experience managing cost functions across large-scale
 
 Oil &amp; Gas, Power Generation, Energy, and Infrastructure projects
 
 , with a strong focus on portfolio oversight, commercial awareness, and team leadership.
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 Cost Control Governance &amp; Strategy
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Establish and implement cost control policies, procedures, standards, and governance frameworks across all EPC projects.
 </li>
 <li>
 Develop and maintain:
 </li>
 <li>
 Cost Breakdown Structures (CBS)
 </li>
 <li>
 Budget control procedures
 </li>
 <li>
 Forecasting methodologies (ETC / EAC)
 </li>
 <li>
 Commitment and accrual management processes
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure consistency and compliance in cost control practices across all projects.
 </li>
 <li>
 Serve as the focal point for portfolio-wide cost performance and financial governance.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Budgeting, Forecasting &amp; Financial Control
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Lead the preparation, review, and control of:
 </li>
 <li>
 Project budgets and cost baselines
 </li>
 <li>
 Forecasts at Completion (EAC)
 </li>
 <li>
 Estimates to Complete (ETC)
 </li>
 <li>
 Cash flow projections
 </li>
 <li>
 Monitor project expenditures and forecast accuracy.
 </li>
 <li>
 Analyze productivity trends, risks, and cost performance drivers.
 </li>
 <li>
 Challenge project teams on unrealistic assumptions and forecast deviations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure forecasts accurately reflect project realities and commercial risks.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Portfolio &amp; Multi-Project Oversight
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Manage cost performance across multiple concurrent EPC and mega projects.
 </li>
 <li>
 Consolidate project data into executive-level portfolio reports and dashboards.
 </li>
 <li>
 Identify and communicate:
 </li>
 <li>
 Cost overruns
 </li>
 <li>
 Variances and trends
 </li>
 <li>
 Forecast risks
 </li>
 <li>
 Portfolio-wide improvement opportunities
 </li>
 <li>
 Provide proactive recommendations and early warning reports to senior leadership.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Change Management, Variations &amp; Claims
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Govern the cost management aspects of:
 </li>
 <li>
 Variations
 </li>
 <li>
 Change Orders
 </li>
 <li>
 Claims and Counterclaims
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure all cost increases are properly assessed, justified, documented, and approved.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support commercial teams on negotiations and contractual discussions.
 </li>
 <li>
 Provide cost impact assessments and substantiation for dispute resolution.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Cost Systems, Reporting &amp; Data Integrity
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Lead effective utilization of SAP, ERP platforms, and project cost management systems.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure accuracy in:
 </li>
 <li>
 Cost coding
 </li>
 <li>
 Commitment tracking
 </li>
 <li>
 Accrual management
 </li>
 <li>
 Cost allocation
 </li>
 <li>
 Review and approve:
 </li>
 <li>
 Monthly Cost Reports
 </li>
 <li>
 Forecast Updates
 </li>
 <li>
 Executive Dashboards
 </li>
 <li>
 Portfolio Performance Reports
 </li>
 <li>
 Maintain audit-ready, transparent, and reliable cost records.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Leadership &amp; Team Development
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Lead and mentor Cost Control Managers, Senior Cost Engineers, and Cost Engineers across various projects.
 </li>
 <li>
 Drive a culture of accountability, excellence, and continuous improvement.
 </li>
 <li>
 Establish team KPIs, development plans, and performance objectives.
 </li>
 <li>
 Review and challenge project-level submissions to ensure alignment with corporate standards.
 </li>
 <li>
 Collaborate closely with:
 </li>
 <li>
 Project Directors
 </li>
 <li>
 Commercial &amp; Contracts Teams
 </li>
 <li>
 Finance Departments
 </li>
 <li>
 Procurement Teams
 </li>
 <li>
 Executive Management
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Qualifications
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Finance, or a related discipline.
 </li>
 <li>
 Professional certifications such as
 
 CCP, PMP, AACE, EVP, or equivalent
 
 are highly desirable.
 </li>
 <li>
 Advanced proficiency in Cost Management Systems, SAP, ERP Platforms, Power BI, and reporting tools.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Experience
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Minimum
 
 15+ years
 
 of progressive experience in Cost Control and Project Controls within EPC organizations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Proven experience delivering major
 
 Oil &amp; Gas, Power Generation, Energy, Industrial, or Infrastructure projects
 
 .
 </li>
 <li>
 Demonstrated expertise in
 
 portfolio-level cost management and multi-project oversight
 
 .
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong background in EPC, EPCM, and Lump Sum Contract environments.
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience working on mega projects within the Middle East and international markets is highly preferred.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Key Competencies
 
 
 Technical
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 EPC Cost Control &amp; Forecasting
 </li>
 <li>
 Portfolio Cost Management
 </li>
 <li>
 Budgeting &amp; Financial Planning
 </li>
 <li>
 Contract &amp; Commercial Management
 </li>
 <li>
 Change Management &amp; Claims Evaluation
 </li>
 <li>
 Cost Governance &amp; Compliance
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Leadership
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Team Leadership &amp; Development
 </li>
 <li>
 Strategic Planning
 </li>
 <li>
 Stakeholder Management
 </li>
 <li>
 Executive-Level Reporting
 </li>
 <li>
 Business Partnering &amp; Influence
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Personal Attributes
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Strong commercial and financial acumen
 </li>
 <li>
 Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
 </li>
 <li>
 High integrity and professional credibility
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to influence senior stakeholders and project leadership
 </li>
 <li>
 Results-oriented with excellent attention to detail
 </li>
 <li>
 Resilient and effective in high-pressure project environments
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
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