Hotel Finance Manager

Hotel Finance Manager| Harrow | Full Time | up to £50,000 depending on experience + discretionary bonus structure

Our client is a dynamic and growing hotel company that takes pride in delivering exceptional guest experiences. They are seeking a highly skilled Hotel Finance Manager to join their team at the office. The ideal candidate will possess hands-on experience in self-accounting, a deep understanding of hotel operations, and a proven ability to drive financial control and operational effectiveness.

Are you the right person for the job?

• Proven experience as a finance lead in a hotel environment
• Must have experience in self-accounting and financial reporting
• In-depth knowledge of hotel operations, including a strong understanding of food and beverage operations, supply chain management and cost control
• Significant experience with payroll control and labour cost management, with a focus on operational efficiency
• Expertise in supplier negotiations and managing vendor relationships
• Proficiency in OPERA PMS and SAGE, accounting systems, and Microsoft Excel
• Strong analytical, organisational, and time-management skills
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work independently and maintain self-discipline
• Detail-oriented and committed to maintaining the highest level of accuracy in financial reporting
• Ability to influence effectively across all departments within a hotel, but also at peer to peer and key stakeholders' level
• A full UK driving license is preferable

What will your role look like?

• Oversee all financial accounting processes for the hotel, ensuring accurate, timely, and comprehensive financial reporting
• Manage and process all financial transactions, including revenue recognition, accounts payable/receivable, bank reconciliations, and month-end close procedures
• Maintain strict control over payroll management, including monitoring labour costs, payroll forecasting, and ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and company policies.
• Work closely with department heads to improve financial performance and ensure operational efficiency across all departments, especially food and beverage
• Lead negotiations with suppliers to ensure favourable terms, pricing, and service agreements, while also maintaining strong relationships with key vendors
• Collaborate with the executive team to prepare annual budgets, financial forecasts, and business plans
• Monitor performance against budget and implement corrective actions as necessary
• Establish and maintain financial controls and reporting procedures to safeguard assets and ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations
• Provide regular financial analysis and actionable insights to support decision-making by senior management
• Cross-Department Collaboration: Work closely with operational teams to drive cost control initiatives, optimise financial performance, and support profitability

What can you expect in return?

• Up to 50% off stays at IHG hotels worldwide, including: Holiday Inn, Holiday Inn Express, Hotel Indigo, InterContinental, Regent, and Kimpton
• Mileage reimbursement for travel to hotels
• 20 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• A discretionary bonus structure to be discussed with the successful candidate
• Potential for hybrid work
• Potential for flexi-time arrangement

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