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
Essential Requirements
* 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
What We Offer
* 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.
Send your CV to sarah.rees@palehall.co.uk