Director of Finance

Novotel, Mercure & ibis Darwin Airport Hotels are seeking an experienced Director of Finance to lead all aspects of Financial management. The Resort is conveniently located just steps from Darwin Airport and only a short 15‑minute drive from the vibrant Darwin CBD, offering an ideal location for both business and leisure travellers.

Be part of this exciting journey…

Airport Development Group (ADG) has invested $25 million to transform the properties into a truly world‑class destination. This major redevelopment includes a range of significant upgrades designed to enhance the overall guest experience.

The newly landscaped tropical gardens create a serene and welcoming atmosphere, providing the perfect base from which to explore the iconic attractions and natural beauty of the Top End.

Take the opportunity to become a Heartist, and let your heart guide you in a world where life beats faster.

We are seeking a commercially minded Director of Finance who thrives on partnering with operational leaders to drive performance. This is not a traditional “back-office” finance role—this is a key strategic position at the heart of the hotel, working closely with the General Manager and Department Heads to influence decisions, improve profitability, and build financial capability across the business. 

Success in this role depends on your ability to build strong, trusted relationships, translate financial data into meaningful insights, and confidently challenge and support leaders to achieve results.

 

Key responsibilities

Business partnering & influence:

• Act as a trusted advisor to Department Heads, supporting decision-making and performance improvement
• Build strong relationships across the hotel, fostering accountability and collaboration
• Partner closely with the General Manager as a key strategic leader

Financial performance & planning:

• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes with full departmental engagement
• Provide clear insights on performance, trends, and opportunities
• Present results and recommendations to key stakeholders

Driving results:

• Identify cost efficiencies, revenue opportunities, and operational improvements
• Build financial capability across the hotel through coaching and training

Governance & leadership:

• Ensure accurate financial reporting, compliance, and strong internal controls
• Lead and develop the Finance team, fostering a culture of trust and accountability

To be successful in this role, ideally you will have the following:

Skills and Experience

• Proven experience in a senior finance role within a hotel environment. 
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence performance across multiple departments.
• Ability to translate financial data into meaningful insights and practical actions.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Finance or Commerce
• Strong understanding of hotel systems, financial processes and compliance requirements is highly regarded.

Personal Attributes

• Commercially minded and results focused. Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence and partner across the business.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail. Confident communicator able to engage with owners, senior leaders and team members.
• Resilient and adaptable within a fast-paced, complex hotel environment. Committed to building strong teams and delivering consistent financial discipline.

Eligibility

Full Australian working rights required. This role is not available for sponsorship at this time. 

Employee Benefits

Accor is one of the largest global hospitality businesses, with over 5400 Hotels across 110+ countries, the career development opportunities are endless.

Benefits Your Way

• Attractive remuneration package
• Eligibility for a Short-Term Performance Incentive program
• Access to global accommodation and F&B discounts
• #LearnYourWay with a sophisticated modern training platform, which offers a constantly expanding database of free, industry focused training.
• Recognition of service anniversaries and Accor Tenure Milestones

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

We are an inclusive employer, and our ambition is to attract, recruit, and develop diverse talent. We offer reasonable adjustments to support you. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, you are most welcome to let us know.