Job Description

Managing Director, in charge of operating Hospitality Business in Iran for International private equity organisation The individual must have strong operational business experience , and must not be afraid to roll up their sleeves. This international organisation has been operating in Iran for a few years, and is aware of the ins & outs, therefore we are searching for someone who can take full charge of the business. As a high performing MD you will support and deliver the group’s strategic objectives, be responsible for each line of business/all business unit’s end to end operational performance, systems of accounting and controls, reporting and planning, as well as contributing meaningfully to the profitability and operational success of the businesses. In a short period of time, this business needs to be scaled to 50 operational units, with top performance, to show as a role model operation in the market. You will need to possess the financial acumen and business smarts to contribute meaningfully to show you can meet the challenges and the growth opportunities for businesses in Iran and be able to operate in a very entrepreneurial organisation. -Provide operational leadership and direction to all business units in Iran. -Work as a key member of the executive team contributing to wider corporate strategy, policy and decision making. -Oversee the operations of the organization to meet business goals and projections. -Collaborate closely with the Chairman and Group CFO and develop and deliver KPIs and other reports on company operations. -Empower the operational team with the leadership and resources they need to successfully complete operations initiatives. -Positively represent the company at all times through a success-oriented and professional demeanor. -Partner with other Executives to accomplish short and long-term operational goals. -Ensure appropriate systems, processes and performance management arrangements are in place to deliver consistent high quality level of products and services and actively report and monitor results. -Measure and report on operational performance and develop plans to improve relevant key performance indicators. -Ensure sustainable delivery of operational services to agreed performance, quality, safety, financial and activity targets and commitments. -Responsible for all internal controls and end to end integrity of accounting, reporting and planning across all business units in Iran. -Build strong internal controls, to support performance and protect the assets and ensure the integrity of the financials. -Responsibility for delivery of monthly reporting, management accounts, reporting versus budget and forecast, and signing off on the adequacy of internal controls. -Train, develop and lead a high performing team, with an emphasis on pace, efficiency and continuous improvement to deliver to demanding timelines. -Plan and implement efficient reporting systems and processes ensuring timely reporting for Group Consolidations. -Prepare and present annual budgets, forecasts for each business unit and report on performance vs budgets and forecast. -Prepare business cases to assist Senior Management with the assessment of opportunities identified by the business. -Assist with pricing strategy and commercial optimization on the product portfolio to maximize business unit profitability. -Review commercial contracts to ensure they are in line with commercial and financial policies. -Business partner to operations, driving performance through high quality analysis, insight and practical recommendations. -Prepare financial requests relating to commitments, credit, purchases, inventory, banking and other related matters to ensure compliance with company financial guidelines. -Manage the banking relationship overseeing the cash flow planning to ensure sufficient working capital and availability of funds to meet commitments.