Khaled Kholif named among Hozpitality's Best 30 Most Popular Finance Leaders in the Middle East for 2023
Khaled Kholif, a seasoned Financial Controller recognized among Hozpitality's Best 30 Most Popular Finance Leaders in the Middle East for 2023. With over 15 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Khaled has a proven track record of driving financial excellence and operational efficiency.
We are delighted to announce that Khaled Kholif, the Financial Controller at Centara Mirage Beach Resort Dubai, has been recognized among Hozpitality's Best 30 Most Popular Finance Leaders in the Middle East for 2023. With over 15 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Khaled has consistently showcased his exceptional financial acumen and contributed to the success of renowned hotels across Egypt, Iraq, Oman, and the UAE.
Khaled's expertise extends across various domains, including pre-opening operations, establishing robust internal control systems, conducting thorough analyses, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and overseeing food and beverage operations. His meticulous approach ensures accurate and timely financial statements, while his ability to work seamlessly with international branded hotels has been commendable.
Prior to his role at Centara Mirage Beach Resort Dubai, Khaled served as the Cluster Financial Controller at Centara Muscat Hotel Oman & Muscat Dunes Hotel by Centara. Since joining the Centara family, Khaled has demonstrated unwavering commitment in managing accounting records, preparing monthly financial statements, ensuring compliance with fiscal regulations, handling tax matters, and securing proper property insurance policies. Additionally, his diverse responsibilities encompass leading the IT department, ensuring secure and efficient system operations to meet guest needs while optimizing expenditures to support owners and operators' gains.
Throughout his professional journey, Khaled has made significant contributions to esteemed establishments. Notably, he played a vital role in the success of Grand Millennium Hotel Sulaimani and Copthorne Hotel Baranan in Kurdistan, Iraq, where his financial expertise impacted operations. In Egypt, Khaled's skills were instrumental in the achievements of Jaz Aquamarine Hotel, Jaz Blue Marine, Makadi Sun & Marine & Star hotel, and Sinbad Beach Resort Hotel in Hurghada, Red Sea.
Khaled's educational background includes a bachelor's degree in commerce from Accounting Elmenofiya University in Egypt, which laid the foundation for his financial prowess. Moreover, his keen interest in computing and information technology further enhances his skill set, ensuring he remains at the forefront of industry trends and advancements.
Beyond his professional achievements, Khaled leads an active lifestyle and finds solace in sports, particularly fishing. He also nurtures his passion for exploration through travel, seeking new destinations and experiences. As a true connoisseur of music, Khaled appreciates the unifying power of melodies.
With his extensive financial expertise, pre-opening experiences, and unwavering commitment to excellence, Khaled Kholif continues to make an indelible mark on the hospitality industry. His dedication to financial stability, operational efficiency, and guest satisfaction has positioned him as an invaluable asset to Centara Mirage Beach Resort Dubai and the organizations he has served throughout his illustrious career.
Meela Seenarain
Dubai, United Arab Emirates UAE