Development Finance Director

Location: Athens, Greece
Salary: €80,000
Languages: Fluent Greek and English required

An exciting opportunity to join a landmark hospitality and entertainment development project in Athens.

We are seeking an experienced finance leader to oversee the financial management of a large-scale development, working closely with senior stakeholders, investors, development teams, and external partners.

This role combines strategic financial planning with hands-on project oversight, making it ideal for someone with experience in hospitality, real estate, construction, or large capital projects who enjoys operating at both a strategic and operational level.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management for the development project
• Monitor project costs, financial performance, and key commercial risks
• Deliver accurate financial reporting and provide insights to support decision-making
• Partner with development, construction, and executive leadership teams throughout the project lifecycle
• Manage funding requirements, capital planning, and relationships with financial institutions
• Ensure compliance with financial controls, governance procedures, and regulatory requirements
• Lead and develop the finance and project accounting function
• Provide strategic financial analysis to support project profitability and long-term success

Requirements

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field
• Strong experience within development finance, project finance, construction, real estate, hospitality, or large-scale capital projects
• Proven background in budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and cash flow management
• Experience working with investors, lenders, auditors, and senior stakeholders
• Strong analytical and commercial mindset with the ability to translate financial data into business decisions
• Experience with ERP and financial management systems
• Fluent Greek and English are essential

This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in the financial delivery of a major development project while working alongside senior industry leaders and international stakeholders.