Senior Director of Finance

About the role

Four Seasons Hotels Istanbul is looking for a strategic, visionary Senior Director of Finance to oversee the financial stewardship of both Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus and Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet. Reporting to the Senior General Manager and sitting on the Hotel Planning Committee, the role defines and executes the financial strategy across Finance, Information Technology and Purchasing, safeguards the financial integrity of both properties and supports sustainable growth and long-term asset value.

Key responsibilities

• Provide strategic financial leadership across both Istanbul properties, supporting strong financial performance, sustainable growth and long-term value creation.
• Serve as a key member of the Hotel Planning Committee, contributing financial expertise to critical business decisions.
• Partner with the Senior General Manager, ownership representatives and executive leadership teams to shape business strategy and evaluate opportunities.
• Lead Finance, Information Technology and Purchasing, aligning them with business objectives and operational priorities.
• Protect financial integrity through governance, compliance, risk management and operational excellence.
• Deliver financial analysis and commercial insights that improve profitability, efficiency and investment decisions.
• Build trusted relationships with ownership, auditors, financial institutions and key stakeholders.
• Drive innovation, process improvement and operational efficiencies across Finance, Purchasing and Information Technology.
• Lead, mentor and develop a high-performing finance organization, including succession planning.
• Champion a business-partnering approach, supporting operational leaders in achieving shared goals.

Required profile

• 5-7 years of progressive leadership experience in senior finance roles in luxury hospitality or similar complex, service-driven environments.
• Demonstrated success leading finance organizations that support business growth and operational excellence.
• Experience overseeing Finance, Purchasing and Information Technology functions in a luxury hospitality or similar environment.
• Experience with internationally recognized luxury hospitality brands is strongly preferred.

Required skills

• Financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, compliance, governance, risk management and internal controls.
• Strong analytical skills, commercial acumen and strategic thinking.
• Ability to partner with executive leadership and ownership groups and to influence decisions at the executive level.

What we offer

• Competitive salary and a benefits package.
• Private health and life insurance.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Complimentary accommodation at other Four Seasons hotels and resorts.
• Complimentary dry cleaning for business attire and indoor parking privileges.
• Culinary and wellness experiences at special rates.

The position is full-time on a 45-hour week, with flexibility for weekends and public holidays when necessary.