Finance and Procurement Manager - Aman Academy

Join our team at the Aman Academy, our dedicated learning and development centre located near our flagship property, Amanpuri, in Phuket. Designed to support the growth of our colleagues across the brand, the Academy provides immersive training, leadership development and service excellence programmes that help cultivate the exceptional skills, craftmanship and personalised hospitality which sets Aman apart.

Role:

The Finance & Purchasing Manager supports the financial integrity and operational efficiency of the business through the oversight of financial operations, budgeting, reporting, procurement activities, and purchasing controls. Working closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers, the role is responsible for managing vendor relationships, ensuring cost-effective and compliant purchasing practices, and maintaining strong financial governance. Reporting to the Director of Finance, this position plays a key role in supporting financial objectives, operational readiness, and service excellence within a luxury hospitality environment.

Responsibilities:

• Partner with the Director of Finance to develop and execute financial strategies aligned with organizational goals and business priorities.
• Oversee day-to-day financial operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, payroll support, and cash management.

• Lead the preparation, review, and analysis of monthly financial reports, providing insights and recommendations to support business decisions.

• Manage annual budget preparation, forecasting processes, and ongoing financial performance monitoring.

• Monitor financial trends, operational costs, and business performance metrics to identify opportunities for efficiency improvements and cost optimization.

• Collaborate with department leaders to ensure effective budget control and responsible resource allocation.

• Ensure compliance with all corporate financial policies, statutory regulations, accounting standards, and audit requirements.

• Maintain and strengthen financial policies, procedures, and internal controls to safeguard company assets.

• Support management reporting, financial presentations, and strategic business planning initiatives.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to finance and purchasing team members.

• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, professionalism, and continuous improvement.

• Support colleague development through coaching, training, and performance management initiatives.

• Promote effective communication and collaboration between Finance, Purchasing, and operational departments.

Requirements:

• Minimum 3-5 years experience in a Finance Manager, Purchasing Manager, Procurement Manager, or similar leadership role within hospitality, luxury hotels, resorts, or related industries.
• Pre-opening experience is highly preferred.

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or a related field.

• Fluency in Thai, professional command of English, spoken and written

• Professional qualifications such as CPA, CMA, CIPS, or equivalent certifications are advantageous.

• Strong knowledge of financial management, budgeting, procurement processes, inventory controls, and supplier relationship management.

• Experience working with ERP systems, procurement platforms, inventory systems, and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret financial and operational data.

• Demonstrated negotiation and contract management capabilities.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• High level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail.