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Assistant Financial Controller – West USA

Posted on by Katherine Wyles

Our client, owner of a luxury hotel group, is seeking an Assistant Financial Controller to join their accounting team at one of their best performing properties based in Utah, USA. Offering guests bespoke adventures and cultural activities in and around one of the National Parks, this resort property also features a water pavilion, sauna, steam room, cold plunge and outdoor private pavilions. Guests can also enjoy sustainable, seasonal menus inspired by the culinary heritage of the American Southwest served indoors and alfresco.

The main scope of the role will be to assist the Financial Controller with the overall daily administration of the accounting department and its functions including accurate and timely recording of transactions, reporting, and maintenance and compliance with the company’s internal controls framework.

Other duties include:

  • Direct oversight of accounting staff including training and development.
  • Assist with monitoring, assessing, and maintaining internal controls and corporate policies and procedures.
  • Prepare balance sheet account reconciliations, including bank reconciliations and others.
  • Prepare various monthly closing entries and assist with the month end close process, analysis and reporting.
  • Prepare and assist with Monthly Forecasting.
  • Prepare & file monthly Sales & Use Taxes.
  • Supports management in controlling costs within the budget and forecast.
  • Assist with completion of annual budgeting process.
  • Assist with internal and external audits.
  • Assist Financial Controller with all other accounting functions and administration.

Candidate Requirements

  • At least 5 years accounting experience, preferably within a luxury hotel/resort environment.
  • Degree in Accounting / Finance / Business is essential, and an accounting designation is desirable.
  • Experience supervising small teams.
  • Must have strong organizational skills and knowledge of standard filing systems with excellent verbal and written skills.
  • Knowledge of or experience with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Internet.
  • Experience and working knowledge of SunSystems or other large accounting system, Opera, Micros/Symphony and Birchstreet
  • Candidates must also have the right to work in the USA

For more information or to apply, please contact Andrea at fm@fmrecruitment.co.uk or call on +44 208 600 1161

Financial Controller – Nuremberg

Posted on by Katherine Wyles

Situated in the second largest city in Bavaria, we have an opportunity for a Financial Controller to join the team at a beautiful hotel in Nuremberg.

This historic hotel has been hosting guests for over 100 years and is situated very close to museums and shops, making it an ideal location for visitors to the city. Featuring over 150 rooms the hotel also offers excellent dining options along with extensive banqueting facilities.

The individual that our client is seeking will have the responsibility for Financial Planning & Analysis and Financial Activities.

Duties include:

  • Regularly reviewing the company’s budget to ensure the company GOP objectives
  • Analysing investments in aspects of cost and benefits, evaluating other options
  • Vendor negotiation and contract management in collaboration with the purchasing clerk and the vendor system of the owner
  • Monthly and yearly inventory management system in collaboration with the departments
  • Reviewing the company’s financial statements to ensure they are accurate
  • Providing accurate financial reports to management
  • Expense reduction initiatives
  • Recommending changes to improve financial performance
  • Reviewing policies or procedures that will improve financial performance

A full job description will be shared upon application.

Candidate requirements:

  • Fully fluent in German and English
  • German Work Permit
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
  • Strategic thinking and leadership abilities
  • Professional experience in a similar management position with responsibility for leadership and budget
  • Cooperative and motivating managerial style
  • Decision-making and negotiating skills
  • Flexibility and resilience
  • Social competence and service orientation
  • Analytical thinking, accuracy and organizational skills
  • Strategic and economic thinking and acting

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

Financial Controller – 5 star hotel, London

Posted on by Katherine Wyles

Fantastic role for a Financial Controller to work at a 5 star hotel in the heart of London’s West End

The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of financial management, including financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis. As a key member of the leadership team, the Financial Controller will play a crucial role in driving the company’s financial strategy and ensuring its financial health and stability by giving recommendations to the executive team to support decision making to improve profitability.

Candidate Skills:

  • Preferably ACCA/CIMA Qualified
  • Possession of strong finance and accounting knowledge
  • Experience with financial reporting and analysis, budgeting, and forecasting.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively interact with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
  • Analytical mindset and attention to detail, with the ability to think strategically and problem-solve.

Systems Knowledge:

  • Advanced knowledge of  Excel
  • Procure Wizard
  • Microsoft Dynamics/Navision & Jet Reports
  • Opera PMS/ Micros POS
  • EPS/Sage Payroll System

Employee Benefits:

As well as a competitive salary there is also a wealth of other benefits including:

  • Access to Perkbox with discounts from many retailers and wellness portal.
  • Staff Experience Stay for two
  • 50% discount in our food and beverage outlets for team members with 20% off for friends and family
  • Discounts on accommodation within the group
  • Hospitality e-learning modules to aid career development
  • Annual season travel pass (eligible after 6 months service)

If you are a motivated and dynamic individual with a passion for finance and leadership, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Contact Tairona at fm@fmrecruitment.co.uk or call on +44 20 8600 1164

Finance Controller – Heidelberg

Posted on by Katherine Wyles

We have a new opportunity for a Financial Controller to become a key member of the finance team for a hotel situated in the historic city of Heidelberg.

Recently refurbished in 2023, this 240+ room hotel is minutes from the riverfront, multiple transit stops, and Heidelberg’s main attractions. The historic sites, shops, and museums of Heidelberg Old Town are within walking distance, and Heidelberg Palace is within a 10-minute drive. There is also 6,000 sq. ft. of meeting and event space, on-site dining, and an elevated executive lounge.

Reporting to the General Manager, the Financial Controller will be responsible for supervising and directing the financial activities of the Hotel, safeguarding the assets, and preparing all financial reports in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), as well as serving as a financial advisor to Hotel Management and Ownership.

A full job description will be issued upon application

Candidate requirements:

Candidates should be fluent in both German and English and have a relevant hospitality finance background.

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

Cluster Financial Controller – London

Posted on by Katherine Wyles

 

Our client, a dynamic and growing hotel group with several new openings, is seeking an exceptional Cluster Financial Controller to be a key player in their expanding team. This office-based role is located in the vibrant city of London.

Position Summary:
As the Cluster Financial Controller, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless operation of the finance function across multiple hotels. Key responsibilities include:

  • 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 be a strategic leader, adept at setting and achieving goals, and fostering a collaborative and results-driven team environment. 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.
If you’re ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding role, apply now and be a part of their journey.
For more information or to apply, please contact Tairona at fm@fmrecruitment.co.uk or call on +44 20 8600 1164

Financial Controller – London West End

Posted on by Katherine Wyles

With views overlooking Kensington Gardens, we have a great opportunity for an experienced Financial Controller to oversee a small finance team in our client’s 4 star hotel in the West End of London. Close to the Royal Parks, this really is a fantastic chance to join a company that offers great career progression as well as great benefits.

Position summary:

A small finance team will be under your daily line management as you complete time-bound tasks on a daily, weekly and monthly basis. In order to meet the hotel’s financial KPIs, you will work closely with the general manager and the central management team, balancing your reactive approach to everyday activities with a strategic leadership style. In addition to taking the lead on the hotel’s financial cost reduction measures, you will actively mentor the operational team to ensure that they follow sound procedures. Budgeting, forecasting, payroll, cost controls, accounting, and reporting are a few of the continuing responsibilities you will have

Specific Responsibilities:

  • Support the General Manager in leading the hotel’s annual budget process.
  • Ongoing cost controls, monitoring and auditing of processes and procedures. Providing coaching and training to management teams on cost control activity.
  • Support the production of a monthly capex report.
  • Management of payroll.
  • Self-accounting processes. Responsible for the management accounts and the P&L, balance sheet and ledger control.
  • Supporting the accurate forecasting of business.
  • Period end reports to be completed on time for all hotels.
  • Manage the purchase ledger and ensure invoices are entered onto the system regularly so suppliers are paid on time.
  • Line management of the finance team and their ongoing engagement and development.
  • Coaching and mentorship for the hotel’s management team and rising supervisory team members.
  • Line management of the finance team and their ongoing engagement and development.
  • Coaching and mentorship for the hotel’s management team and rising supervisory team members.

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

Assistant Director of Finance – New York

Posted on by Katherine Wyles

We are seeking on behalf of our client, an experienced Assistant Director of Finance to join the Finance team and support the Director of Finance in ensuring that all accounting processes and procedures are completed efficiently and accurately.

The role, which is based in Manhattan, will be key to financial and operating reporting and an excellent opportunity for the right candidate to add significant value to the business.

Our client is the operator of a shared accommodation brand, which has properties located in some of the coolest cities in the US, and has been named as one of the top 50 most innovative global companies.

Candidate Requirements:

  • Have an appropriate level of expertise ideally within the Hospitality industry
  • Have qualifications or extensive experience in Accountancy/Finance
  • Highly experienced in analysis and requirement gathering, ideally having operated in an organisation through business change and transformation
  • Established, with a proven track record of introducing cost saving financial initiatives, new systems and processes
  • Candidates must also have the right to work in the USA

What’s on offer:

  • A competitive salary along with a great range of employee benefits

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

 

Client Accountant – Hospitality Accountancy, London

Posted on by Katherine Wyles

Are you ready to take the next big step in your accounting career? Our client, an actively growing boutique management accountancy practice specialising in the vibrant hospitality industry, is on the lookout for their next star team member: a Client Accountant!

Based in sunny South London with excellent transport links, this role offers the perfect blend of professional growth and flexibility. Imagine working alongside a close-knit team, gaining invaluable insights into the financial and operational world of restaurants and bars. And here’s the best part: if you show promise in other areas, our client is all about nurturing your talents!

Reporting directly to the partners, you’ll dive into producing accounts for their diverse range of clients and ensuring top-notch quality in all your work. Whether you’re crunching numbers, meeting with business owners, or mentoring junior accountants, attention to detail and a knack for client relations are key.

Here’s what’s in store for you:

  • Managing a portfolio of exciting clients.
  • Crafting monthly management accounts that’ll make our directors’ jaws drop.
  • Preparing financial reporting packs like a pro.
  • Hosting monthly meetings with business owners to showcase your financial wizardry.
  • Keeping a watchful eye over junior accountants’ work to maintain top-notch standards.
  • Building strong internal relationships to ensure all client needs are met with a smile.

Now, let’s talk about you. To thrive in this role, you’ll need:

  • ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualification, freshly minted.
  • A minimum of five years’ experience in a similar role (because you’re no stranger to the accounting game!).
  • Mad skills in Sage 50, Google Docs, Excel, and all things Microsoft.
  • The gift of the gab and top-notch communication skills.
  • A love for numbers and an analytical mind that can’t be beat.

Oh, and one more thing: all applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.

So, are you ready to make waves in the world of accounting while enjoying the flexibility you deserve? If yes, hit that apply button and let’s make magic happen!

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

Financial Controller, Kenya – Position Filled

Posted on by Katherine Wyles

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

We have an opportunity for a Financial Controller to work for our client in a luxury Beach & Golf Resort which offers unparalleled hospitality and lifestyle from pristine beaches to top-tier amenities and exhilarating experiences on the Kenyan coast.

Reporting to the Group Finance Director and Hotel General Manager, the Financial Controller will be responsible for safeguarding the hotel assets and financial resources to ensure that all are utilized to maximize revenues and hotel profitability.  As a part of the Hotel Leadership team, the FC will contribute to key strategic and operational decisions for the Hotel or Resort.

Core Duties:

  • Ensure the preparation of a comprehensive monthly and annual reporting of financial results of the hotel in established corporate formats and in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and as required by the hotel management agreement.
  • Maintain files on all contracts, leases and agreements and ensure compliance with their requirements; ensure proper authorization has been obtained for all hotel specific contracts (including Engineering), leases and other agreements and competitive bids are on file where applicable and reviewed prior to execution of contract.
  • Assist General Manager in establishing policies, procedures, rules, internal controls and safeguards that are beneficial to the business.
  • As appropriate, based on the hotel’s accounting on behalf of owners, interest accruals on long-term debt may be recorded on the hotel’s books; the Financial Controller should ensure accuracy of the unpaid balance and applicable interest rate, and accrue the expense to the Interest Expense line item and record the corresponding liability in the Accrued Interest liability account.
  • Ensure compliance with the Uniform System of Accounts for Hotels as modified from time to time, or as per local GAAP.
  • Ensure that an organization meets the necessary tax, permit and all other relevant resort licensing requirements.

This position is open to local or expat candidates.  Full Board is offered on a single basis.

A full job description and further details available upon application.  Please contact Andrea at fm@fmrecruitment.co.uk or +44 208 600 1161 if you are interested, with contact details and available times to speak.

Pre-Opening Director of Finance, Ultra Luxury Hotel and Residences – Montana USA

Posted on by Katherine Wyles

Our client is a fast growing, ultra luxury hotel and residential resort operator seeking a Pre-Opening/Opening Director of Finance for their brand new project set to open in February of 2025.  It will be the first US property in the global portfolio.

Reporting to the GM and HR on Property, pre-opening responsibilities will include:

  • Ensure that Policies and Procedures are in place and operating.
  • Present and explain variances to financial objectives to the General Manager, Owners and relevant Department Heads in a clear and concise manner with recommendations for future corrective action.
  • Practice effective cash flow management and communicate all significant cash flows to global support on a regular basis.
  • In conjunction with the General Manager, the Director, Finance is responsible for compliance with: relevant contractual and legal obligations,
  • Monitor and control all financial aspects of the business including the preparation of the annual business plan.
  • Implement and monitor programs to maintain the condition of resort assets.
  • Actively monitor all the third party contracting with and negotiate the terms and condition in favor of resort.
  • Actively monitor all Projects implemented which are critical in benefit of resort operation.
  • Analysis and evaluate all CAPEX project requirement and send for approval to global support.

Relocation and temporary housing is on offer.  As well as a high base salary and bonus.

A full job description is available upon application.

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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