Let your passion for discovery become a career. Explore, discover and inspire at St Pancras London
The St Pancras London is distinctly iconic and an unmistakable London landmark, it’s an architectural icon, a masterpiece of British heritage seamlessly fused with bold, contemporary innovation. Set within one of London’s most celebrated landmark buildings, it’s a place where modern living and extraordinary experiences are crafted upon a rich tapestry of historical grandeur.
We are looking for an accomplished Director of Finance to join our executive leadership team as a trusted strategic partner. In this senior role, you will take ownership of the hotel’s financial strategy and performance – leading the financial planning, analysis, and decision-making that underpin our long-term success.
You will work closely with cross-functional leaders to shape and deliver a business plan that supports both our operational objectives and brand ambitions. Your expertise will be essential in ensuring a strong return on investment, sound financial governance, and the effective implementation of brand and service strategies. Additionally, you will manage owner relations with clarity, professionalism, and confidence.
You’ll be expected to deliver on the following:
1. Improves profit growth in operating departments.
2. Leverages strong functional leadership and communication skills to influence the executive team, the hotel's strategies and to lead own team.
3. Advises the General Manager and Executive Committee on existing and evolving operating/financial issues.
4. Communicates financial concepts in a clear and persuasive manner that is easy to understand and drives desired behaviors.
5. Creates the annual operating budget for the property.
6. Provides analytical support during budget reviews to identify cost saving and productivity opportunities for property managers.
7. Implements a system of appropriate controls to manage business risks.
8. Ensures a strong accounting and operational control environment to safeguard assets, improve operations and profitability.
9. Reconciles balance sheet to ensure account balances are supported by appropriate documentation in accordance with SOPs.
10. Ensures that the P&L is accurate (., costs are properly matched to revenue; costs are recorded in the proper accounts).
11. Conducts annual performance appraisals with direct reports according to Standard Operating Procedures.
12. Demonstrates an understanding of cash flow and owner priorities.
13. Ensures compliance with management contract and reporting requirements.
14. Manages communication with owners in an effective manner.
15. Analyzes financial data and market trends.
16. Ensures compliance with standard and local operating procedures (SOPs and LSOPs).
17. Oversees internal, external, and regulatory audit processes.
18. Reviews audit issues to ensure accuracy.
19. Provides excellent leadership by assigning team members and other departments managers' clear accountability backed by appropriate authority.
20. Leads the development and implementation of a comprehensive annual business plan which is aligned with the company’s and brand’s strategic direction.
21. Provides ongoing analytical support by monitoring the operating department’s actual and projected sales.
22. Manages property working capital and cash flow in accordance with brand SOPs and owner requirements.
23. Produces accurate forecasts that enable operations to react to changes in the business.
24. Facilitates critique meetings to review information with management team.
25. Ensures compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Education
26. 4-year bachelor's degree in Finance and Accounting or related major; 5 years’ experience in the finance and accounting or related professional area.
What is in it for you:
As well as a competitive salary, investment in your personal development, you will have the opportunity to enjoy a huge variety of perks and discounts:
27. 33 days holiday (including Bank Holidays) increasing with service.
28. Annual Bonus based on personal and business performance
29. Private Medical Health
30. Pension scheme
31. Life Assurance
32. Annual Performance Review pay
33. Free Access to the Gym and spa
34. Free meals at work
35. Dry-cleaning service
36. Free enrolment of Perks at Work- Access to unlimited deals of retailers and more.
37. Marriott Discount Card enabling to benefits from hotel stays: room, gift shops and F&B across 130 countries
38. Travel ticket season loan
39. Cycle to work scheme
40. Employee Assistant Program
41. Comprehensive Training and Development program.
42. Awards and recognition celebrations and many more….
Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.