Financial Controller

Financial Controller

Full-Time 60000 - 80000 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead financial operations and provide strategic guidance for our hospitality group.
  • Company: Join a growing hospitality group with a collaborative culture.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, benefits package, and career development opportunities.
  • Other info: Opportunity to work across multiple sites and develop finance teams.
  • Why this job: Make a significant impact in a dynamic organisation and support business growth.
  • Qualifications: Qualified accountant with experience in financial leadership within hospitality.

The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 Β£ per year.

We are seeking an experienced and commercially minded Financial Controller to join our growing hospitality group. This is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing the financial operations of our hotel business and wider hospitality portfolio.

The successful candidate will provide strategic financial guidance, ensure robust financial controls, and support the continued growth and profitability of the organisation. This role requires a hands-on professional with substantial experience within the hotel and hospitality sector, capable of working across multiple sites and business units.

Job Description

  • Lead and manage the finance function across the hotel and wider hospitality group.
  • Prepare and present accurate monthly management accounts and financial reports.
  • Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial planning processes.
  • Develop and maintain strong financial controls, policies, and procedures.
  • Analyse financial performance, identifying trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
  • Support operational teams with commercial decision-making and performance analysis.
  • Manage statutory reporting requirements and liaise with external auditors, accountants, and regulatory bodies.
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant financial legislation and accounting standards.
  • Supervise and develop members of the finance team.
  • Drive efficiencies and improvements within financial systems and reporting processes.
  • Work closely with senior leadership to support business growth initiatives, acquisitions, and strategic projects.

Qualifications

  • Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
  • Significant experience in a Financial Controller or senior finance leadership role.
  • Proven experience within multi-site operations.
  • Strong understanding of hospitality financial reporting, budgeting, and performance analysis.
  • Demonstrable experience managing and developing finance teams.
  • Excellent analytical skills with a commercial approach to decision-making.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
  • High level of integrity, attention to detail, and organisational ability.

Desirable

  • Experience working within a hospitality group structure.
  • Exposure to acquisitions, business integration, or expansion projects.
  • Knowledge of hotel property management systems and related reporting platforms.

Additional Information

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Opportunity to play a key role within an ambitious and expanding hospitality group.
  • Collaborative and supportive working environment.
  • Career development opportunities within a diverse portfolio of hospitality businesses.

If you are an experienced hospitality finance professional looking to make a significant impact within a dynamic organisation, we would welcome your application.

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Financial Controller employer: Pale Hall

Join our dynamic hospitality group as a Financial Controller, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping the financial future of our expanding portfolio. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, alongside a collaborative work culture that fosters career development and personal growth. With opportunities to influence strategic decisions and drive efficiencies across multiple sites, this is an excellent chance for experienced finance professionals to make a meaningful impact in the vibrant hospitality sector.

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Contact Details:

Pale Hall Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Financial Controller

Financial Reporting
Budgeting
Forecasting
Cash Flow Management
Financial Planning
Financial Controls
Performance Analysis