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Avani Barbarons Seychelles Resort
At Avani, we’re all about finding that perfect balance — between cool and kind, design and function, service and privacy. We’ve built our hotels and resorts around this philosophy: vibrant social spaces that vibe with the day, stylish rooms that simply work, and honest, locally inspired food. We embrace an upbeat service culture that genuinely respects the art of hospitality.
With a growing portfolio across Europe, the Middle East, Asia, Africa, and Australia, Avani is a brand on the move. If you take real pride in the little things — and believe that a warm welcome and a genuine smile make all the difference — you’ll fit right in here.
The Cluster Director of Finance is responsible for the overall financial leadership, control, and performance of Avani+ Barbarons Seychelles and Anantara Maia Seychelles Villas. This role provides strategic financial direction to both properties while ensuring strong financial governance, effective internal controls, regulatory compliance, and accurate and timely financial reporting.
As a key member of the ExCom team, the Cluster Director of Finance works closely with the General Manager, Executive Committee, department heads, and corporate finance teams to drive sustainable profitability, optimize cash flow, manage financial risks, and support informed business decision-making.
The position requires a commercially minded finance leader who can balance rigorous financial controls with the operational realities of luxury resort hospitality, including high-value villas, food and beverage operations, spa and wellness services, excursions, guest experiences, and international clientele. Strategic Financial Leadership
Provide overall financial leadership and strategic direction for both properties.
Act as a trusted business partner to the Cluster General Manager and Executive Leadership Teams.
Translate financial information into meaningful commercial insights and actionable recommendations.
Support the development and execution of the resorts' strategic business plans.
Monitor financial performance against budgets, forecasts, business objectives, and key performance indicators.
Identify opportunities to improve profitability, productivity, cost efficiency, and return on investment.
Provide financial analysis and recommendations for major commercial and operational decisions.
Maintain a strong balance between financial discipline and delivering the luxury guest experience expected from both brands.
Budgeting, Forecasting & Business Planning
Lead the annual budgeting and business planning process for both resorts.
Prepare accurate monthly forecasts and rolling financial projections.
Challenge departmental assumptions and ensure budgets reflect realistic operational requirements and commercial opportunities.
Monitor actual performance against budget and forecast, identifying significant variances and corrective actions.
Develop scenario analyses to support management decisions, particularly around occupancy, ADR, RevPAR, food and beverage performance, payroll, procurement, and operating costs.
Work closely with Revenue Management, Sales & Marketing, and Operations to evaluate commercial performance.
Financial Reporting & Analysis
Ensure timely and accurate monthly financial reporting for both properties.
Review monthly P&L statements, balance sheets, cash flow reports, and management accounts.
Provide clear financial commentary and explanations of significant variances.
Monitor key hospitality performance indicators, including occupancy, ADR, RevPAR, departmental profitability, GOP, payroll ratios, cost of sales, and operating expenses.
Prepare financial presentations and reports for ownership, corporate management, and senior leadership.
Ensure consistency and integrity of financial data across both properties.
Financial Controls & Compliance
Maintain robust internal controls and financial procedures across the cluster.
Ensure compliance with company…