Portfolio Director of Finance & Business Support at IHG Career

Port Moresby, National Capital District, Papua New Guinea -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

03 Jul, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial Operations, Budgeting, Financial Analysis, Accounting Management, Asset Management, Cash Flow Management, Stakeholder Communication, ROI Analysis, Compliance, Internal Auditing, Contract Management, Strategic Planning

Industry

Hospitality

Description

Portfolio Director of Finance & Business Support We’re searching for a Portfolio Director of Finance & Business Support to direct the financial operations of our three hotels in Papua New Guinea. Report to GM on financial state of hotel and make recommendations to improve hotel profitability. Serve as primary contact for all hotel financial and accounting-related issues with owners, auditors (internal and external) and regulatory agencies. A little taste of your day-to-day Every day is different, but you’ll mostly be: * Directing daily activities, plan and assign work and establish performance goals for team members ensuring you always have the right team in place by coaching and mentoring. * Lead the preparation and timely delivery of high-quality Board of Directors packs, ensuring clear, commercially focused insights that support ownership decision-making and hotel performance delivery. * Manage end-to-end Board communications and meeting processes, including agendas, pre-reads, coordination, and follow-up actions * Use financial analysis, data trends and market information to anticipate needs, identify operating/financial issues, and recommend actions to maximise financial return. * Create the annual operating budget for the property and provide analytical support during budget reviews to identify cost saving and productivity opportunities for department heads. * Analyse ROI for capital projects prior to committing funds and, upon completion, determine if anticipated results were achieved. * Maximise cash flow performance of the hotel through controls on inventory (avoid excessive supply), credit and collection, disbursements, deposits and remittances. * Ensure accounting practices, support the guest experience through payment options (example: credit card systems, room charges), inventory controls and financial dispute resolution. * Implement and maintain acceptable accounting practices as required by company policy and procedures. * Develop and implement financial control procedures and systems; maintain records for internal and external audits; ensure compliance with government regulations and contractual agreements. * Participate in local recognised professional and industry organisations * Manage hotel contracts (example: vendor leases and/or service contracts). What we need from you * Tertiary Qualification and Professional Certification equivalent in Accounting and Finance * 4-8 years in hotel accounting * Knowledge of accounting management duties such as negotiating hotel space and tenant leases; processing payroll; performing asset management duties; providing business projections, displacement analysis, preparing government reports, filing tax returns, etc. * Advanced verbal and written communication to a range of stakeholders & collaborator at heart * Strong business acumen & ability to be innovative, resourceful and be decisive with strong cultural intelligence * Professional certification and licence Join us today! We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life – impressive room discounts and some of the best training in the business. Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. IHG gives every member of the team the room they need to belong, grow and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well, we need to feel well – both inside and outside of work – and through our my Wellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace. Please submit your application by email recruitmentpng@ihg.com [recruitmentpng@ihg.com] before close of business 15th of May 2026. Applications must be addressed to; Portfolio Director of Human Resources, IHG PNG P.O. BOX 198 Boroko, NCD

Responsibilities

Direct the financial operations of three hotels in Papua New Guinea, reporting to the GM to improve profitability. Manage board communications, annual budgeting, and ensure compliance with accounting practices and government regulations.