Accor: Financial Controller — Udaipur, RJ, India

About Accor

Accor operates in hospitality through hotels, restaurants and lifestyle destinations. Its employer material describes a collection of brands with different identities and a common focus on guest experiences. The business therefore brings together the service and operational functions needed to run hospitality venues, rather than offering one uniform hotel product. Its recruitment introduction emphasises opportunities across professions within hotels and other hospitality settings, reflecting the range of work involved in delivering those experiences.

The position and its setting

Accor lists Financial Controller in Udaipur, RJ, India, under reference REF114625Z. The details below separate the work described by the employer from essential conditions, preferred experience and practical preparation advice.

• Employment type: Full-time
• Employer listing date: 21 August 2026
• Brands: AccorHotel

Responsibilities and work described

• We are seeking an experienced and visionary Director of Finance to lead our financial operations in Udaipur, India
• This is a strategic leadership role that blends hands-on financial oversight with forward-looking analysis, supporting both day-to-day operations and longer-term organizational initiatives
• The Director of Finance will work collaboratively with senior leadership and department heads to strengthen financial processes, enhance visibility into performance, and ensure the organization operates efficiently and sustainably
• Also be responsible for presenting financial data and strategic insights to senior management and stakeholders
• **Financial Oversight & Reporting**
• Oversee all accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable, payroll, and financial reporting
• Quality / delivery: accuracy and timeliness of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Maintenance: internal controls and transparent systems of checks and balances
• Coordination: and oversee annual audits, tax filings, and regulatory compliance in accordance with Indian financial regulations
• Analysis: financial performance, identify trends, and recommend areas for improvement
• **Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis**
• Leadership: the annual budgeting process and ongoing financial forecasting initiatives
• Development: and maintain comprehensive financial models to support operational and strategic decision-making
• Delivery: variance analysis and actionable insights to leadership
• Support: department heads in managing budgets and understanding financial performance
• Evaluate cost structures and identify opportunities for efficiency and expense control

Essential requirements and candidate background

• **Required Qualifications**
• Minimum 5-10 years of progressive experience in a Director of Finance or equivalent senior financial leadership role
• Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration, or professional certification (CA, CPA, or equivalent)
• Demonstrated expertise in financial compliance, regulatory requirements, and audit management, with knowledge of Indian financial regulations and standards
• Experience: financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting in complex operational environments
• Proficiency: financial systems, accounting software, and data analysis tools
• Understanding: internal controls, risk management, and financial governance frameworks
• Lead and develop accounting teams while fostering a culture of accountability and accuracy
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate financial data into actionable business insights
• Communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively present financial information to senior leadership and stakeholders
• Strategic business acumen and ability to align financial strategy with organizational objectives
• Experience managing capital projects, construction budgeting, and ROI analysis
• Background in cash flow management and banking relationship development
• Knowledge: property management systems and integrated financial reporting platforms
• Prior experience supporting strategic planning and long-range financial forecasting initiatives
• Experience: change management and process improvement initiatives
• Familiarity: multi-functional team coordination and stakeholder management
• Background in developing and monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs)
• Experience: regulated industries or organizations with complex compliance requirements

Preferred experience and additional strengths

• **Preferred Qualifications**

Location, schedule and contract conditions

• Work arrangement: On-site
• Advertised location: Udaipur, RJ, India

Pay and application dates

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How to apply to Accor

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Practical preparation: process improvement

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Relevant skills

• CPA
• process improvement
• audit
• accounting
• financial reporting
• taxation
• compliance
• banking
• investment
• data analysis
• risk management