Category: Vacancies

Assistant Financial Controller, Luxury Hospitality Company – London

Posted on by Katherine Wyles

Our client is a hospitality and leisure company that operates luxury hotels, train services and river cruises worldwide.

They now have a opportunity for an Assistant Financial Controller to join the Finance Department at their office in London. This position offers a Hybrid working system- three days in the office and two days working from home.

Position Overview
Reporting to the Financial Controller, the successful candidate will be responsible for assisting with the management of all Central functions for the Trains and Cruises business units, including, General Ledger, Revenue Accounting, Accounts Receivables, Accounts Payable, Taxation, Cash Management and the preparation of information that will assist management in making educated decisions.

Key responsibilities

  • Balancing of the passenger ticket revenue, deferred revenue, credit card refunds, discounts, cancellation revenue, rate discrepancy report and miscellaneous charges and staff charges to Travel Studio.
  • Overseeing the completion of daily banking tasks to ensure that all receipts recorded in Travel Studio posted by the Revenue and Central Accountant have been correctly reflected in the bank/credit card accounts.
  • Communicating the monthly revenues and ensure that all revenues are reviewed and approved by the Financial Controller (FC) and General Manager (GM) of the business units.
  • Supervising and managing the Central and Revenue Accounts Assistant and Credit Controller and Central Accountant including providing effective performance feedback in yearly reviews.
  • Assisting the FC with the preparation of the monthly reporting of the entire financial results of the business in established corporate formats and in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (locally and as established by Corporate Office).

A full job description will be shared upon application

Candidate Requirements

  • 2 years+ relevant experience within a similar role
  • Proven leadership ability and experience in handling and coordinating different team
  • A diploma or relevant certificate from a recognised tertiary educational institution
  • Hospitality experience advantageous, preferably in a 5-star environment
  • An ability to communicate with all levels of staff and service providers
  • VAT and Income Tax knowledge advantageous
  • Ability to work under pressure, multitask and prioritise
  • Accurate data entry & advanced Microsoft Excel skills
  • Experience in balance sheets and familiarity of accounting systems

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
    Private healthcare, Employer contribution pension
  • Hybrid working
  • Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

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 Resort – Hawaii

Posted on by Katherine Wyles

We have an amazing opportunity for a Director of Finance to join the team at a luxury resort in the beautiful destination of Hawaii.

Reporting to the Managing Director, the main focus of the role is to oversee and manage the Finance Department and ensure its effective and efficient operations resulting in accurate financial and management reporting in a timely manner.

Main duties include:

  • Ensuring the internal control environment of the resort is maintained and complied with at all times in the resort
  • Providing key financial acumen support to the Managing Director and assist in driving hotel performance
  • Work closely with the Department Heads for Financial Support and advise them on spending and internal control matters.
  • This position will manage all key hotel finance employees and provide support for their monthly operation.

A full position description will be shared upon application

Candidate requirements:

  • Bachelors Degree – Typically degree in Accounting/ Finance/ Business, and a professional accounting designation or MBA in business are typically important.
  • International Managerial Accounting/Finance experience in luxury hotel/resort industry ideally 8+ years within a minimum of ideally 2 recognized branded properties or globally renowned properties.
  • Experience managing small finance teams
  • Competent in the use of Microsoft Office suite of products essential, especially Microsoft Excel
  • Strong knowledge and acceptance of USALI conventions for the Hospitality Industry reporting
  • Strong analytical and accounting skills
  • Good verbal, written communication (English) & interpersonal skills
  • Self-motivated, well organized & meticulous person, with an eye for details
  • Ability to plan, prioritize & implement effectively, multi-task while working effectively in a fast paced and ever changing and challenging environment
  • Must be able to adhere strictly to deadlines
  • Must legally be able to work in the United States

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

Financial Controller – Dusseldorf

Posted on by Katherine Wyles

Our client is one of the largest privately held hospitality organisations in the world, with almost 500 hotels across three continents and has formed strategic alliances with many of the world’s largest hotel brands.

They now have an opportunity for a Financial Controller to join the team at one of their hotels situated Dusseldorf. Situated 10 minutes from the city centre, the hotel is also close to the River Rhine and accessible to many city attractions.

Reporting to the General Manager, the role of Financial Controller is to supervise and direct the financial activities of the Hotel, safeguarding the assets, preparing all financial reports in accordance with GAAP and serving as  financial advisor to Hotel Management and Ownership.

Candidate Requirements:

  • Knowledge of departmental and hotel operations.
  • Knowledge of business law, federal, state, and local taxes.
  • Knowledge of insurance, employee benefits, claims and liability.
  • Knowledge of Uniform Systems of Accounting.
  • Ability to read, write, and speak the German and English language to communicate effectively.
  • Ability to exercise judgment in evaluating situations and in making sound decisions.
  • Ability to analyze and interpret financial data.
  • Leadership and organizational skills (team orientation, flexible, adaptable).
  • Ability to analyze large volume of complex financial information from many sources and create reports, forecasts projections.
  • Basic understanding of complex computerized financial systems and ability to use it including manual dexterity to operate all office machines.

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

Practice Accountant – Hospitality Accountancy, London

Posted on by Katherine Wyles

Our client is a boutique management accountancy practice who are looking for a Practice Accountant to be their next key team member. As specialists within the hospitality industry they provide their clients with reporting and advice that allows them to control and grow their business. Their offices are based in a South West London with good transport links.

This full-time role is a great opportunity for an ambitious individual to develop their professional skills within a flexible and fluid working environment. Working with a small team you will get a unique insight into the financial and operational world of restaurants and bars. While the role will initially be as advertised, if the successful candidate shows an aptitude in other areas of the business, then the company will help cultivate this. The position requires the successful candidate to be in the office 2 days a week with the others to be worked at from home if preferred.

The role reports to the partners and you will be responsible for producing accounts for our clients and reviewing the work of your colleagues. Therefore, successful applicants must have great attention to detail and be able to manage and prioritise their workload to complete their duties to high standard in a timely manner. You must have good technical knowledge, client facing skills and are able to hit the ground running.

Responsibilities include (but not limited to):

  • Managing a portfolio of clients.
  • Preparation of monthly management accounts for director review.
  • Preparation of financial reporting packs.
  • Monthly meetings with business owners where financial reports are presented.
  • Overseeing and reviewing the work of junior accountants.
  • Creating good internal working relationships to ensure the clients’ needs are met.

 Required skills and experience:

  • ACA/ACCA, recently qualified.
  • A minimum of five years’ work experience in a similar role.
  • Excellent IT skills including Sage 50, Google Docs, Excel, and all Microsoft Packages.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • High level of numerical and analytical skills.

All applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.

For more information or to apply, please contact Tairona at fm@fmrecruitment.co.uk or call on +44 208 600 1164

Director of Finance, Luxury Resort – Mauritius

Posted on by Katherine Wyles

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Director of Finance to work in a luxury resort on the beautiful Indian island of Mauritius.

The 5 star resort offers beautiful views of the Indian Ocean from its exclusive accommodations and sandy white beaches.

Reporting to the Vice President of Finance, the successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring timely and accurate preparation of financial and management reports, in compliance with quality, standards, and objectives specified by Corporate Office, holding company and General Manager.

Other duties include but not limited to:

  • Verification and Signing of Hotel Documents
  • Management of Risks
  • Implementation of Internal Control System
  • Supervision of Payroll
  • Staff Productivity
  • Preparation and Control of Hotel Budgets
  • Tax Reporting & Planning
  • Overseeing Internal and External Audit
  • Loan Administration and Treasury Management
  • Financial Evaluations

A full job description will be shared upon application.

Candidate requirements:

  • Fluency in French and English
  • CPA, University Degree or other relevant accounting professional qualifications
  • Preferably 5 years’ experience in an audit firm or 3 years as Asst. Financial Controller in an international class hotel OR at least 3-5 years’ experience as a Financial Controller in an international class hotel.
  • Familiar with Hotel’s Property Management and Point of Sales Systems.

For more information or to apply, please contact Chris at fm@fmrecruitment.co.uk or call on +44 208 600 1160

Cluster Financial Controller – Manchester

Posted on by Katherine Wyles

Our client is a hotel operator with hotels situated across the UK and Ireland. They now have an opportunity for a Cluster Financial Controller to be based in Manchester.

Position Summary:
The Cluster Financial Controller is expected to ensure the efficient running of the finance function within their hotels with responsibilities including:

  • Clear and consistent management of controls and compliance
  • Ensuring that the high level of reporting standards are being maintained
  • Provide business acumen to parties both within and outside the finance function to ensure that risk is mitigated and opportunity taken
  • Partner with the GM’s and other non-finance related disciplines to deliver on the overall objectives of the business

The successful candidate will also need to set out clear and concise instruction as to the role of their resources having a communication plan that sets out the objectives, goals and progress being made.  This should include the business plans and strategy in the following areas:

  • Commercial Focus
  • Controls & Compliance
  • Month End
  • Weekly Tasks
  • People Focus

Additional Responsibilities:

  • Co-ordinate the Year End and Interim Audit processes of the portfolio including the review and sign-off of information being submitted to External Auditors
  • Budgeting / Interim Presentations – detailed reviews before submission. Ensure that the numbers make sense and reflect the strategy of the property.
  • Assist with the capital expenditure process, work with GM’s and senior team members to ensure accuracy of applications and submissions of requests.
  • ESG responsibility to include the monitoring of energy, gas, water & waste. To effectively communicate consumption and to fully support the ESG committee.

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

Area Director of Finance, New York

Posted on by Katherine Wyles

Our client is a London-based rapidly expanding lifestyle hotel group leading the pack in new ways of travel.  We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Area Director of Finance to join the NY finance team and oversee the financial operations of 2 New York City hotels that are both actively trading and very successful in their own rite.

The Area Director of Finance will play a critical role in ensuring the financial success and growth of these properties while maintaining the highest standards of financial integrity.

Responsibilities will include but not limited to:

  • Financial Strategy and Planning
  • Cost Control, Cash Flow and Expense Management
  • Financial Compliance
  • Team Leadership and Development
  • Strategic Partnerships

The ideal candidate will have:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Hospitality, or a related field (Master’s preferred)
  • Minimum of 8 years of experience in finance, including at least 4 years in a leadership role
  • Strong knowledge of hotel financial operations
  • Proficiency in financial software and systems (e.g., Excel, financial reporting tools)
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Strong leadership and team management abilities
  • Be highly commercial
  • Have a genuine interest and enthusiasm for what you do
  • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal

Salary:   Excellent Base Salary and benefits

For a full job description, please send your send your resume to Andrea at fm@fmrecruitment.co.uk or cell number and a time you can speak.

Assistant Financial Controller, London

Posted on by Katherine Wyles

Our client is a hotel operator with hotels situated across the UK and Ireland. They now have an opportunity for an Assistant Financial Controller to join the team in one of their hotels based in London.

This is a great opportunity for someone who would like to become a Financial Controller in the next couple of years. The company is going through a significant expansion, and there is plenty of opportunity for growth.

Reporting to the Financial Controller & General Manager, the Assistant Financial Controller will assist in ensuring the efficient and effective running of the finance function within the hotel. This will include an innovative management of controls and compliance to ensure that a high level of reporting standards are being maintained. They should consistently seek to provide business acumen to parties both within and outside the finance function to ensure that risk is mitigated, and opportunity taken.

The main focus areas for the AFC include, but not limited to:

  • Commercial Focus
  • Controls & Compliance
  • Month End
  • Weekly tasks which includes income audit, debtors, forecasting and payroll management

In addition, the successful candidate will be required to carry out the co-ordination of Year End and Interim Audit processes including the review and sign-off of information being submitted to External Auditors. They will also assist in preparation of the numbers with the FC so that they make sense and reflect the strategy of the property.

All candidates must be eligible to work in the UK.

For more information or to apply, please contact Tairona at fm@fmrecruitment.co.uk or call on +44 208 600 1164

Global Head of Operations Finance – London

Posted on by Katherine Wyles

Our client is one of the world’s most intuitive and pioneering resort, hotel, residence and lifestyle brands. With over 30+ destinations they offer 5 star luxury by providing a level of service and experience that is peerless in every way. They place their guests at the heart of everything they do by creating environments that transition them seamlessly and instantly from the everyday, into a state of uncomplicated calm.

They now seek a Global Head of Operations Finance who will be part of the senior leadership team. The position is responsible for providing holistic financial leadership and support for the hotel operations finance function of the group. This includes strategic planning and forecasting, business analytics, external partnerships, controls, internal and external reporting, oversight of the department and other financial support and accounting support of the business.

The role requires a broad level of communication and leadership at all levels with a wide range of external and internal stakeholders. The Global Head of Operations Finance oversees the company’s hotel finance functions and manages a global team in corporate offices as well as working closely with property-based finance teams.

Candidate Requirements

  • Currently working or has previously worked in the Middle East and USA
  • Strong leader with a demonstrated track record of building teams and culture across multiple geographic locations with the ability to motivate and inspire
  • 10+ years’ in leadership roles in various finance functions in hospitality operations and corporate oversight
  • In depth understanding of hotel finance operations
  • Has extensive knowledge of financial principles
  • Knowledge of laws, regulations and rules governing work requirements
  • Master degree in Business, Finance, Hotel Management or MBA
  • Understands changing market dynamics and prepares the company by developing and implementing strategies to meet the changes
  • Displays excellent project management abilities
  • Possesses exceptional verbal and written communication skills as well as strong presentation abilities
  • Exhibits superior organizational skills and strategic planning abilities
  • Has strong interpersonal skills as well as negotiation and persuasion abilities

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

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