Category: Placements

Financial Controller, Caribbean Island – Position Filled

Posted on by Katherine Wyles

This position has now been filled. Please check our latest job opportunities here

We are seeking a strategic finance leader with a passion for excellence to join a luxury resort as Financial Controller and play a pivotal role in driving financial performance, operational excellence, and owner satisfaction.

This is a senior, hands-on position where your insights and leadership will directly shape the property’s success.

The Role

  • Lead all aspects of finance: reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and month-/year-end close
  • Ensure accurate P&L, balance sheet reconciliation, and cash flow management
  • Drive profitability and efficiency initiatives across the resort
  • Oversee payroll, taxes, invoicing, and regulatory compliance
  • Manage internal and external audits with precision
  • Provide strategic financial guidance to the GM, Executive Committee, and owners
  • Inspire, mentor, and lead the finance team while influencing department heads
  • Deliver insightful, actionable financial analysis to support executive decision-making

Candidate Profile

  • Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (Master’s preferred)
  • Proven experience in financial control, ideally in luxury hospitality or multi-stakeholder environments
  • Expert in budgeting, forecasting, audits, and financial reporting
  • Commercially astute with an ability to translate numbers into strategy
  • Exceptional communication and leadership skills
  • Highly organised, detail-oriented, and deadline-driven
  • Single Status preferred.  Island experience also preferred.

Why You’ll Love This Role

  • Lead the financial strategy of a prestigious luxury resort
  • Influence business performance and operational excellence at the highest level
  • Work alongside visionary leaders and engaged owners
  • Opportunity to make a tangible impact on a premier property

For more information or to apply, please contact Andrea at fm@fmrecruitment.co.uk or call on +44 20 8600 1160

Financial Controller, London – Filled

Posted on by Katherine Wyles

This position has now been filled. Please check our latest job opportunities here

Our client, a renowned luxury hotel group, is seeking a talented Financial Controller to join their team. This is a hands-on role, working closely with the General Manager, Regional Financial Controller, and hotel leadership.

Responsibilities:

  • Drive profitability and deliver accurate management accounts
  • Maintain robust financial controls across all hotel operations
  • Provide insightful analysis to support key business decisions

Key Duties:

  • Oversee daily and monthly financial operations
  • Support budgeting and payroll processes
  • Manage accounts payable and assist during audits
  • Ensure compliance with the highest financial and operational standards

This is an exceptional opportunity for a strong Assistant Financial Controller ready to step up into a senior finance role, gaining exposure to strategic decision-making and operational management in a prestigious hospitality environment.

All candidates must be eligible to work in the UK.

 

Director of Finance, Italian Dolomites – Position Filled

Posted on by Katherine Wyles

This position has now been filled. Please check our latest job opportunities here

Step into a world where timeless Alpine elegance meets refined hospitality. Our client is seeking an experienced Director of Finance to guide all financial operations as they prepare for an exciting new chapter.

In this pivotal leadership role, you will oversee financial strategy, reporting, compliance, budgeting, and forecasting, while building the hotel’s financial infrastructure from the ground up. You will partner closely with the General Manager and executive team to drive profitability, ensure operational readiness, and support all pre-opening initiatives.

We’re looking for a finance leader with 5+ years of luxury hotel experience, strong expertise in new openings or transitional environments, and advanced knowledge of hospitality financial systems, controls, and compliance. Exceptional analytical skills, team leadership ability, and proficiency in Italian GAAP, USALI, taxation, and core hotel systems (Opera, Micros/Simphony, Birchstreet, SunSystems) are essential.

In this key leadership role, you will oversee all financial operations, guide budgeting and forecasting, ensure regulatory compliance, and partner closely with the executive team to drive sustainable growth.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead all financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes.
  • Oversee daily accounting operations, cash flow management, and financial reporting.
  • Ensure full compliance with local regulations, tax requirements, and internal controls.
  • Provide strategic financial insights to support business expansion and operational excellence.
  • Manage and mentor the finance team, fostering a culture of accuracy, integrity, and collaboration.
  • Partner with department heads to optimize revenue, control costs, and enhance profitability.

If you’re ready to shape the financial future of one of Italy’s most exceptional luxury retreats, we invite you to apply today and help our client to elevate serenity, service, and success in the heart of the Dolomites.

Contact Andrea Shaw at fm@fmrecruitment.co.uk or call on +44 208 600 1161

IT Manager, New York – Position Filled

Posted on by Katherine Wyles

This position has now been filled. Please check our latest job opportunities here

Our client is a UK based ultra luxury growing private members club. They are actively seeking a hands-on tech-savvy IT Manager to keep their exclusive business running smoothly.

What you’ll be doing:

⚡ Lead IT operations & manage vendors

⚡ Support end-users (Windows 10/11, MS Office, iOS)

⚡ Oversee networks (Meraki, Cisco, Azure)

⚡ Drive security, reliability & innovation

You bring:

✅ 5+ years IT support/management experience

✅ Excellent communication and presentation skills

✅ Knowledge of desktop/laptop hardware & OS admin

✨ Bonus: Tevalis, NetSuite, Salesforce, SevenRooms, AD, Intune, MDM, ITIL/CompTIA/Microsoft certs

🌟 Please respond to take the next step in your hospitality IT career! – Contact Andrea at fm@fmrecruitment.co.uk for information

Please note this is a 5 day a week, in office position.

Commercial Finance & Projects Manager, London – Position Filled

Posted on by Katherine Wyles

This position has now been filled. Please check our latest job opportunities here

We are seeking a Commercial Finance & Projects Manager to join our client’s central finance team in London. Reporting to the VP of Finance, you’ll play a key role in driving financial performance and strategic growth across the group. This is a high-impact role combining financial analysis, commercial insight and project management. This interesting and varied role will suit a candidate that has a love of hotels and all they can offer.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead group-wide finance projects to improve efficiency and profitability
  • Deliver deep-dive analysis to identify opportunities for revenue growth and cost savings
  • Partner with key teams—including Development, Design and F&B Operations—on investment proposals, ROI analysis and performance reviews
  • Track and report on marketing campaigns, pricing strategies and revenue management
  • Support hotel finance teams with best practice processes and strategic insights
  • Collaborate with senior stakeholders on cross-functional initiatives and ad-hoc projects for the CFO and VP of Finance

What We’re Looking For

  • Qualified accountant with at least 3 years’ experience, including commercial or business partnering roles
  • Strong analytical and financial modelling skills with up-to-date IFRS knowledge
  • Proven ability to identify opportunities, drive initiatives and present confidently at Board level
  • Adaptable, collaborative and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Excellent communicator—fluent English essential; Italian is a plus

Why Join

This is an opportunity to contribute to a culture of excellence and innovation while shaping the financial future of a leading luxury brand.

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

 

Accounts Assistant, London – Position Filled

Posted on by Katherine Wyles

This position has now been filled. Please check our latest job opportunities here

We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Assistant / Payroll Coordinator to join the Finance team of a luxury boutique hotel in central London.

In this role, you’ll support the Finance Director with payroll administration, accounts payable/receivable, and month-end processes. You’ll play a key role in ensuring accurate payroll, smooth financial operations, and compliance with UK legislation.

What you’ll do:

  • Prepare and process monthly payroll for all hotel employees
  • Manage pensions, HMRC submissions, and payroll queries
  • Assist with accounts payable and receivable, reconciliations, and supplier payments
  • Support month-end reporting and financial compliance

What we’re looking for:

  • Experience in payroll administration (hospitality experience desirable)
  • Knowledge of UK payroll legislation, tax, and pensions
  • Strong numeracy, attention to detail, and proficiency with Excel
  • Organised, discreet, and able to manage multiple priorities
  • Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK

What’s on offer:

  • Competitive salary package
  • Meals on duty
  • Pension scheme and employee benefits
  • Training and career development opportunities
  • The opportunity to be part of a unique, prestigious luxury hotel team

✨ If you’re ready to bring your skills to one of London’s most distinctive luxury hotels, we’d 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 Asset Management, London – Position Filled

Posted on by Katherine Wyles

This position has now been filled. Please check our latest job opportunities here

Are you driven by strategy, inspired by performance, and passionate about the art of hospitality?

We are seeking a visionary Director of Asset Management to elevate our client’s global luxury hotel portfolio. Based in London, you’ll be instrumental in turning bold ambitions into exceptional results.

🔍 About the Role
This is more than a numbers game—it’s a leadership opportunity rooted in deep strategic thinking, meticulous attention to detail, and a relentless focus on value creation. Reporting to the Board, you will:

  • Steer performance across an elite global hotel portfolio
  • Craft and execute asset strategies that prioritize ROI, risk mitigation, and sustainable growth
  • Shape capital allocation and long-term planning with data-driven insights
  • Collaborate with operators to sharpen operational efficiency and enhance value
  • Present directly to top executives and shareholders, making your impact felt at the highest levels

🌍 What You Bring

  • 5+ years of asset management experience in luxury hospitality or real estate
  • A keen financial mind (accounting qualifications are a plus)
  • Proven fluency with tools like STR Global and HotStats
  • Polished presentation skills and the ability to influence key decisions
  • A true passion for luxury, real estate, and operational excellence
  • Candidates must be eligible to work in the United Kingdom

🎓 Education
Bachelor’s or Master’s in Business, Real Estate, or Hospitality Management—or the strategic savvy to match.

🌟 This is your moment to influence a luxury legacy.

If you’re ready to help shape the future of high-end hospitality on a global scale, apply now and let your strategy speak volumes.

For more information or to apply, please contact Chris at fm@fmrecruitment.co.uk or call on +44 20 8600 1160

Director of Finance, London – Position Filled

Posted on by Katherine Wyles

This position has now been filled. Please check our latest job opportunities here

We are working with a Central London hotel who are seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Finance to lead its finance function and play a key role in driving the hotel’s financial success. As a senior member of the leadership team, you will oversee all aspects of financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, reporting, compliance, and internal controls.

In this hands-on and commercially focused role, you will provide strategic guidance to the General Manager and ownership, manage financial planning and risk, and ensure the smooth execution of all accounting operations. You’ll lead and develop the finance team, support departmental heads with performance analysis, and help shape business decisions with data-driven insight.

This role is ideal for a qualified finance leader with hospitality experience, strong technical and commercial acumen, and the ability to balance strategic thinking with operational excellence in a high-performing environment.

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you to make a significant impact in a dynamic hospitality environment, we look forward to receiving your application.

All candidates must have the legal right 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 Feasibility & Investment Analysis, London – Position Filled

Posted on by Katherine Wyles

This position has now been filled. Please check our latest job opportunities here

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Director of Feasibility & Investment Analysis to join our client’s Hospitality Real Estate Development team in London.

In this pivotal role, you will partner directly with the Managing Director to evaluate and underwrite new  hotel, residential, and mixed-use real estate development opportunities across Europe and the Americas.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Identify and evaluate global real estate development opportunities, especially in the Americas and Europe
  • Lead financial analysis, feasibility studies, and project underwriting
  • Develop and maintain robust financial models to assess investment potential
  • Prepare and present compelling investment memoranda and reports to senior leadership and stakeholders
  • Monitor and analyze market trends, competitive landscapes, and regulatory updates
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including strategic, finance, legal, and asset management
  • Conduct project risk assessments and sensitivity analyses
  • Support strategic planning and execution of the company’s global development initiatives

What We’re Looking For:

Experience & Qualifications:

  • ~5 years of experience in real estate deal underwriting and investment analysis
  • Proven track record in mixed-use and luxury hotel developments
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Real Estate, Hospitality Management, or a related field
  • Strong background in financial modeling and capital structure analysis
  • Experience preparing investment memoranda for sophisticated investors
  • Industry experience with international luxury hospitality brands is a plus

Skills & Attributes:

  • Advanced financial modelling and analytical skills
  • Entrepreneurial spirit and intellectual curiosity
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities
  • Ability to travel internationally as required
  • Multilingual proficiency is a plus

Why Join:

  • Be a key driver of strategic development for an internationally respected luxury brand
  • Work alongside visionary leaders in a dynamic and growth-oriented environment
  • Contribute to meaningful, high-profile projects with global impact
  • Enjoy a culture rooted in excellence, creativity, and collaboration

If you are passionate about real estate, investment, and luxury hospitality, and want to play a central role in shaping our client’s global footprint, we want to hear from you.

Please contact Chris at fm@fmrecruitment.co.uk or call on +44 20 8600 1160

Director of Finance, Athens – Position Filled

Posted on by Katherine Wyles

This position has now been filled. Please check our latest job opportunities here

Based in Athens, Greece, our client is seeking an experienced Director of Finance to oversee the finance function of a luxury resort in the Greek Islands.

Our client is an expanding international luxury hotel group, renowned for its distinct portfolio of properties across the globe. They are investing in the growth of their company, and that means they are committed to investing in you. Join a team that is open-hearted, intuitive, generous, and spontaneous in spirit.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Oversee all accounting, reporting and third-party contracts to ensure value-driven decisions are made for the resort
  • Align financial operations with the vision and values of the hotel and corporate office
  • Maintain compliance with internal policies, local laws, the Resort Management Agreement, and global standards.
  • Champion the financial health of the resort through effective budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
  • Identify financial variances and deliver actionable insights and recommendations to the General Manager and stakeholders
  • Mentor and develop the Finance Team through coaching, performance reviews, and leadership
  • Support strategic projects, resort asset protection, and property enhancements
  • Lead innovation, service excellence, and a results-driven culture within your team
  • Although based in Athens there will be  small amount of travel to the resort property

Candidate Requirements:

  • Proven leadership experience in a senior financial role, ideally within luxury hospitality
  • Expertise in financial planning, controls, and compliance with international standards
  • Experience of working in Greece
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to communicate financial data clearly
  • High integrity, attention to detail, and a solutions-focused mindset
  • A team-oriented leader who inspires trust, performance, and innovation
  • Fluency in Greek

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

 

 

 

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