Green Coast Hotel-MGallery Collection, part of BALFIN GROUP is a unique hotel offering a luxurious escape along the pristine shores of Caesar’s Beach with crystal-clear Ionian waters with 131 elegantly designed guest rooms including 4 luxury & 1 presidential suite, modern architecture, and a focus on sustainability. The hotel includes various F&B spaces consisting in an à la carte restaurant, a destination lobby bar, a pool bar with a direct access to the beach area, meetings, Conference & Exhibition spaces consisting in 2 meetings rooms with a total capacity of up to 100 guests welcoming corporates & institutions to organize high-level events of the same certified standards as anywhere else in Europe. Also, well-being spaces including an infinity heated outdoor pool, a SPA, gym & fitness spaces & a private-beach area.

BALFIN Group is one of the leading investment groups in the Western Balkans region, embodying international standards with local expertise. Founded in 1993 in Vienna by Samir Mane, today, the Group has a presence in 11 countries, Austria, Albania, Kosovo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, North Macedonia, Montenegro, Switzerland, Croatia, the Netherlands, USA, and Canada. BALFIN, a diversified group active in real estate, wholesale and retail, banking, asset management, tourism, education, and logistics, employs approximately 5,000 people.

Job Position: Finance Director

Department: Finance

Location: Tirane during low season & Green Coast, Palase,Vlore during high season
Type of employment: Permanent

Job Summary:

As the Finance Director at Green Coast Hotel – MGallery Collection, you will provide strategic leadership and executive oversight of all financial functions within the hotel. You will ensure robust financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting while safeguarding the hotel’s financial integrity. This senior role requires a visionary leader with strong analytical capabilities, exceptional business acumen, and a deep understanding of the hospitality sector.

The Finance Director will serve as a key business partner to the General Manager and Executive Committee, delivering timely financial insights to support strategic decision-making. You will be responsible for developing long-term financial strategies, including IT-related financial initiatives and conducting regular evaluations to ensure alignment with the hotel’s overall business objectives

About MGallery

MGallery selects unique properties with passion to gather them into a unique collection of hotels where captivating stories are lived and shared. With more than 100 hotels around the world, each MGallery tells a unique story inspired by the location. From bespoke design and sensorial mixology to well-being dedicated to everyday self-care, MGallery hotels are places where guests can enjoy a lavish travel experience.

Main Responsibilities and Duties:

Strategic Financial Leadership

• Lead the development, coordination, and evaluation of financial strategies, including budgeting, capital planning, tax structure, real estate, and asset management.
  • Establish financial frameworks that support the company’s systems, operational goals, and long-term growth.
  • Use data-driven financial modeling, market trends, and business insights to anticipate risks, guide strategic decisions, and maximize profitability.
  • Oversee the preparation of annual budgets, multi-year forecasts, and mid-year reviews, ensuring alignment with business goals and identifying optimization opportunities.
  • Ensure effective accounting, auditing, and financial control systems, strengthening organizational efficiency and compliance.
  • Evaluate ROI for capital investments and ensure actual results align with projected outcomes.
  • Drive cash flow optimization through oversight of inventory management, credit policies, collections, disbursements, and treasury functions.
  • Provide strategic input to pricing and rate decisions, participating actively in revenue and commercial strategy meetings.

Financial Reporting and Compliance

• Oversee the preparation, accuracy, and timeliness of internal and Group-level financial reports.
  • Ensure compliance with internal control standards, government regulations, and contractual agreements.
  • Implement best-in-class financial governance and risk-management practices across the hotel.

Leadership & Team Development

• Provide strategic direction and leadership to the finance team, ensuring optimal structure, workflow efficiency, and capability development.
  • Set performance expectations, oversee evaluations, and drive a culture of accountability, excellence, and continuous improvement.
  • Mentor and develop high-potential team members, ensuring succession planning and organizational resilience.
  • Partner with department heads to promote cross-functional collaboration and financial literacy throughout the hotel.

Guest Experience Integration

• Ensure that financial operations support an exceptional guest experience through efficient payment processes, appropriate credit policies, and timely resolution of financial inquiries.

Project & Stakeholder Relationship Management

• Oversee financing arrangements and maintain strong relationships with banks, auditors, and regulatory bodies.
  • Monitor and enhance accounting transaction flows to improve accuracy, reporting quality, and operational efficiency.
  • Ensure effective coordination with internal and external auditors and follow up on audit recommendations.

Additional Responsibilities

• Perform other executive duties as assigned; may serve as Manager on Duty when required.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; professional certifications (CPA, ACCA, CFA, etc.) are preferred.
  • Extensive experience in hotel finance, audit, or hospitality-related financial project development, including senior leadership roles such as Financial Controller or equivalent.
  • Strong knowledge of financial governance, lease negotiation, payroll processing, asset management, business projections, displacement analysis, and preparation of statutory and tax reports.
  • Advanced proficiency in Financa 5, financial management systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Fluency in the local language and English; additional languages are an advantage.

Key Competencies

• Excellent strategic thinking and the ability to translate financial data into actionable business insights.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
  • Proactive problem-solving and a high degree of professional integrity.
  • Exceptional accuracy, analytical skills, and attention to detail.
  • Strong leadership and team development capabilities.
  • Ability to manage complex projects and meet executive-level deadlines.
  • Commitment to supporting the guest experience through sound financial management.

Work Conditions:

Green Coast Hotel-MGallery Collection is an equal opportunity employer that offers a professional and dynamic work environment, an attractive compensation and benefits package, and opportunities to fully develop your professional potential.

Method of Application:

All interested parties can apply by sending their CV and motivation letter to this email address:   HR.GreenCoast.MGALLERY@accor.com

Application deadline: 20.12.2025

* All applications will be treated with strict confidentiality according to the law No. 9887 set by the Albanian Parliament for the “Protection of Personal Data”.