Assistant Finance Manager in City of London

Salary: Competitive Salary + Service Charge

About Hyatt Regency London Blackfriars

Hyatt Regency London Blackfriars is located next to Blackfriars Station in the heart of the City of London, within walking distance of St Paul’s Cathedral, Tate Modern and the South Bank. This Grade II listed five-star hotel stands on the historic site of King Henry VIII’s Bridewell Palace and features 205 stylish guestrooms and suites along with versatile meeting and event spaces. Dining experiences include NYnLON, a sophisticated yet relaxed bistro bringing the flavours of New York dining culture to London with East Coast classics and seasonal produce, and Leaf and Cane, a vibrant late night bar with live sports screenings, karaoke nights, a dynamic calendar of social events, premium beers and a lively social atmosphere. Colleagues have the opportunity to work in a distinctive historic setting while welcoming both international business travellers and leisure guests to central London.

Duties and responsibilities related to the Assistant Finance Manager role:

• Support the day-to-day financial operations of the hotel, ensuring processes and controls are followed in line with company policies and relevant UK regulations.
• Supervise core accounting activities including accounts payable, accounts receivable, income audit, reconciliations, credit control, and balance sheet reviews.
• Assist department heads in monitoring budgets, controlling costs, and ensuring expenditure is appropriately authorised.
• Provide financial and administrative support across the business, helping teams understand revenue performance, costs, and financial reporting information.
• Support the Director of Finance in the smooth running of the Finance Department, including overseeing operations in their absence when required.
• Assist with month-end processes, including reconciliations, reporting, and the preparation of financial information for review.
• Prepare team rotas and ensure timesheets are completed and submitted accurately and on time, in line with operational requirements.
• Contribute to the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and business planning activities throughout the year.

About you:

• A qualification in Accounting or Finance, such as a bachelor’s degree or ACCA qualification, would be highly beneficial.
• Previous experience in an Assistant Finance Manager, Finance Supervisor, or similar supervisory role within hotel finance or hospitality accounting is preferred, ideally gained in an upscale or luxury hotel environment.
• Experience managing or supporting a team would be advantageous.
• The ideal candidate will have proven experience using Opera PMS and Micros systems, with a high level of accuracy and strong attention to detail.
• They should also bring strong analytical skills, with the ability to identify discrepancies and potential risks proactively, along with excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits you will enjoy as Assistant Finance Manager:

• 12 complimentary nights a year across Hyatt Hotels worldwide.
• Discounted hotel stays across Hyatt not just for you but also your family and friends from the day you start!
• Free meals on duty in our colleague restaurant.
• Uniform provided and laundered complimentary.
• Headspace membership and access to our Employee Assistance Programme.
• 50% discount on food and beverages when you dine as a guest at selected Hyatt Hotels.
• Continuous learning and development opportunities to provide you with a clear career path as well as job promotion opportunities across Hyatt Hotels worldwide.

At Hyatt, our purpose is to care for people so they can be their best. Guided by our values of Empathy, Integrity, Respect, Inclusion, Experimentation and Wellbeing, we create an environment where colleagues feel supported and empowered to grow. With more than 1,450 hotels and all-inclusive resorts across over 80 countries, Hyatt offers opportunities to build your career within a global hospitality company featured in Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to Work For. At Hyatt, we open doors and turn jobs into careers. Here, individuality is celebrated, people are supported to thrive, and everyone is empowered to make a meaningful impact.

Next steps: Apply today for this role and start your journey with Hyatt Hotels!