Category: Vacancies

Group Financial Controller – Malta

Posted on by Katherine Wyles

The Opportunity

An ultra luxury expanding international hospitality group, based in Malta is seeking a Group Financial Controller to join the leadership team during an exciting period of growth and development.

This is a high-impact role where the successful candidate will take ownership of the group’s financial control, reporting, and governance while helping shape the finance function to support continued expansion. The position offers the opportunity to work closely with senior leadership, influence strategic decision-making, and play a key role in strengthening financial performance across the organisation.

This role is ideal for a hands-on, commercially minded finance professional who enjoys building robust financial structures within a fast-growing environment.

The Role

As Group Financial Controller, you will oversee the financial control framework across the group and ensure the delivery of high-quality financial reporting, strong governance, and clear financial insights to support business performance.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Leading the group financial reporting and consolidation process, ensuring accurate and timely management reporting.
  • Managing the month-end and year-end close processes across the organisation.
  • Owning the annual budgeting and forecasting cycles and supporting leadership with financial performance analysis.
  • Partnering with operational and executive teams to drive profitability, cost optimisation, and financial transparency.
  • Overseeing cash flow management, liquidity planning, and working capital optimisation.
  • Strengthening the financial control environment, including policies, procedures, and governance frameworks.
  • Leading external audit processes and regulatory compliance.
  • Driving improvements in financial systems, reporting structures, and automation to support business growth.
  • Providing leadership, mentoring, and development to the finance team.
  • Supporting strategic projects, new developments, and expansion initiatives across the group.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a technically strong finance leader who combines strong financial reporting expertise with commercial awareness and a proactive mindset.

Key requirements include:

  • Professional accounting qualification (ACCA, ACA, or equivalent).
  • 5+ years’ experience in a senior finance or financial leadership role.
  • Previous experience within the hospitality sector is strongly preferred.
  • Candidates with Big Four training followed by industry experience will be particularly attractive.
  • Strong expertise in financial reporting, internal controls, budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling.
  • Previous experience in Maltese accounting would be beneficial
  • Advanced proficiency in financial systems, reporting tools, and Excel.
  • Proven experience leading teams and working closely with executive leadership.
  • A hands-on, solutions-focused approach suited to a fast-growing organisation.
  • Candidates should possess an EU passport.

For more information or to apply, please contact Andrea at fm@fmrecruitment.co.uk or call on +44 20 8600 1161

Director of Human Resources – Italian Dolomites

Posted on by Katherine Wyles

Are you ready to shape the people strategy of one of Italy’s most prestigious luxury resorts?

We are seeking an exceptional Human Resources Director to join the leadership team of a world-renowned luxury destination in the Italian Alps. This is a rare opportunity to partner directly with the General Manager and senior leaders to drive a dynamic, forward-thinking HR strategy aligned with an ambitious global vision.

The Opportunity

As a strategic business partner, you will:

  • Lead and elevate all HR operations across the resort
  • Align local people initiatives with global business objectives
  • Drive innovative talent acquisition, performance management, and succession planning
  • Champion learning & development programmes that reflect world-class service standards
  • Oversee compensation & benefits aligned with the luxury hospitality market
  • Foster strong employee engagement, communication, and recognition initiatives
  • Ensure full compliance with local employment law and HR best practices
  • Manage HR systems, payroll accuracy, and reporting
  • Oversee employee accommodation and transport coordination

What We’re Looking For

  • Proven experience as a Director of Human Resources, ideally within luxury hospitality
  • Strong knowledge of Italian employment law
  • Strategic mindset with the confidence to challenge norms and improve processes
  • Demonstrated leadership, coaching, and stakeholder management skills
  • Financial acumen with a commercial approach to HR
  • Experience in Learning & Development and succession planning
  • Fluent English communication skills (written and spoken)
  • Candidates must be eligible to work in the EU

Why This Role?

This position offers the chance to:

  • Influence culture at one of Italy’s most iconic alpine resorts
  • Lead transformative people initiatives
  • Work within a high-performance, values-driven environment
  • Shape the future of luxury hospitality through talent and innovation

If you are a visionary HR leader who thrives in a refined, fast-paced hospitality environment and is ready to make a meaningful impact, we would love to hear from you.

For more information or to apply, please contact Tairona at fm@fmrecruitment.co.uk or call on +44 20 8600 1164

Director of Finance – French Riviera

Posted on by Katherine Wyles

We are seeking on behalf of a leading global hospitality owner and operator an accomplished Director of Finance to join one of its flagship luxury branded properties on the stunning French Riviera.

This beautiful, high-profile hotel represents excellence in contemporary hospitality, combining strong commercial performance with elevated guest experience. As part of a major international portfolio, the property offers the structure and support of a global group while maintaining the agility and ambition of a standalone asset.

As Director of Finance, you will sit on the Executive Committee and act as a key business partner to the General Manager, ownership, and senior leadership team. Your mission will be to safeguard assets, drive profitability, and provide the financial clarity that enables smart, confident decision-making.

Technical Expertise

  • Full mastery of hotel accounting (Rooms, F&B, purchasing, AR/AP, audit)
  • Strong financial analysis and controlling capabilities
  • Excellent command of Microsoft Office, BI systems, Opera (Sage is an advantage)

Leadership & Personal Attributes

  • Strategic mindset with operational understanding
  • Clear communicator able to influence at senior level
  • Organized, resilient, and solution-driven
  • High ethical standards and integrity
  • Calm and professional, even in high-pressure situations

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Management (minimum)
  • Professional accounting qualification preferred
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in hospitality
  • Professional English and fluency in French is required
  • Candidates must be eligible to work in the EU

For more information or to apply, please contact Tairona at fm@fmrecruitment.co.uk or call on +44 20 8600 1164

 

Hotel Asset Manager – London

Posted on by Katherine Wyles

Our client is a leading hotel investment and real estate group with a diverse portfolio of properties in Europe and the UK. They are committed to delivering strong financial performance, operational excellence, and long-term value for their assets.

They are now seeking an experienced Hotel Asset Manager to work closely with senior asset management and hotel operations teams. This hands-on role is perfect for an experienced professional with a strong background in hospitality or real estate finance, strategic asset management, and operational optimisation. You will gain exposure to key financial and operational decisions, work directly with hotel operators, and contribute to asset enhancement projects and long-term strategic planning.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Analyse P&Ls, budgets, forecasts, and KPIs (RevPAR, ADR, GOP, NOI, occupancy).
  • Collaborate with hotel management to drive operational improvements and cost control.
  • Support capital expenditure projects, renovations, and strategic planning.
  • Conduct market and competitor analysis to inform revenue, pricing, and investment decisions.
  • Liaise with internal teams and hotel operators to ensure alignment with portfolio objectives.

Requirements:

  • Degree in Finance, Hospitality, Business, or related field.
  • 5+ years’ experience in hotel asset management, hospitality finance, or investment analysis in the UK.
  • Strong financial modelling, budgeting, and P&L management skills.
  • Knowledge of UK hospitality regulations, operational standards, and franchising models.
  • Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Willingness to travel regularly to UK hotels and occasionally to Europe.

For more information or to apply, please contact Tairona at fm@fmrecruitment.co.uk or call on +44 20 8600 1164

 

Director of Finance – Luxury Hotel, Paris

Posted on by Katherine Wyles

Are you a strategic finance leader with a passion for luxury hospitality and operational excellence?

We are seeking a dynamic Director of Finance to join our client’s Executive Committee in Paris. This is a pivotal leadership role driving financial performance, labour productivity, and cost optimisation within a world-class luxury environment.

Your Impact:

As Director of Finance, you will lead Accounting, Controlling, Payroll, and Purchasing while acting as a strategic partner to the General Manager and Regional Vice President. You will play a critical role in aligning financial strategy with operational performance to deliver exceptional results.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Drive labour productivity and payroll efficiency across all departments
  • Deliver accurate financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting
  • Partner with operational leaders to optimise staffing and profitability
  • Oversee cost control, cash flow management, and compliance
  • Provide strategic financial insights to support executive decision-making

What We’re Looking For:

  • Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Hospitality Management
  • 5–10 years’ experience in a senior Finance role within luxury or upscale hospitality
  • Strong expertise in labour cost control, productivity analysis, and hotel financial standards
  • Analytical, commercially minded, and performance-driven
  • Fluent English with strong leadership and communication skills
  • Candidates should have the necessary visa requirements to work in EU

Why Join Apply:

Be part of a culture where financial rigor meets operational excellence. This is an opportunity to shape strategy, drive performance, and contribute to an iconic luxury hospitality environment in Paris.

If you are ready to elevate financial leadership in a prestigious setting, we would love to hear from you.

Head of Corporate Finance – Malta

Posted on by Katherine Wyles

We’re seeking a Head of Corporate Finance to lead a multi-country finance function within an international hospitality real estate environment.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Leading group accounting and financial control across multiple jurisdictions
  • Delivering IFRS-compliant monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting
  • Managing audits, budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning
  • Overseeing cash flow, treasury, payroll, and intercompany accounting
  • Providing financial analysis and strategic decision support
  • Leading and developing a geographically distributed finance team

About you:

  • Senior corporate finance or financial control experience in multi-entity environments
  • Background in hospitality, real estate, or asset-heavy operations preferred
  • Strong leadership, analytical, and stakeholder management skills
  • ACCA / ACA / CIMA qualified (or equivalent)
  • Candidates should have the necessary visa requirements to work in EU

Why apply:
A senior, high-impact role with international exposure and the opportunity to shape a growing finance function.

This position will be office based and candidates must have the right to work in the EU.

For more information or to apply, please contact Andrea at fm@fmrecruitment.co.uk or call on +44 07714 236469

Director of Finance – Milan

Posted on by Katherine Wyles

We are seeking an accomplished Director of Finance to join a prestigious 5-star luxury hotel in the heart of Milan. This is a key executive role, responsible for driving financial excellence while supporting the hotel’s commitment to world-class service and profitability.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and controls
  • Partner with the General Manager and executive team on strategic and commercial decisions
  • Ensure full compliance with Italian regulations, brand standards, and audit requirements
  • Optimise cash flow, cost control, and long-term financial performance

About You

  • Proven experience as Director of Finance (or similar) within luxury hospitality
  • Strong leadership, analytical, and stakeholder management skills
  • In-depth knowledge of hotel financial systems and controls
  • Fluent in English; Italian highly desirable
  • Candidates should have the necessary visa requirements to work in EU

This is a rare opportunity to play a pivotal role in one of Milan’s most exclusive hospitality environments.

For more information or to apply, please contact Andrea at fm@fmrecruitment.co.uk or call on +44 7714 236 469

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