Assistant Financial Controller - La Residencia (Mallorca)

Belmond; Deyá; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent contract

Competitive salary

Complimentary experiences

Team events

Staff meals

Job summary

Belmond is recruiting an Assistant Financial Controller to work at La Residencia, A Belmond Hotel in Mallorca, Spain. You will oversee accounting activities, support budgeting and forecasting, and ensure regulatory compliance in a luxury hospitality environment.

The role requires a finance professional with 2–3 years of experience, strong GAAP/IFRS knowledge, Excel proficiency, and excellent communication. You’ll collaborate with senior management and auditors to safeguard profitability and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics or related field.
• 2–3 years proven experience in a financial role, preferably luxury hospitality.
• Solid understanding of GAAP/IFRS and financial control procedures.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Accounting department activities for efficiency and performance.
• Represent the Financial Controller in their absence.
• Assist FC in budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Direct and supervise accounting staff including income audit and accountants.
• Support policy implementation and internal controls; liaise with auditors.
• Coordinate month-end closing and journal entries; analyze variances vs. Budget.
• Assist FC with financial reporting to Corporate Headquarters.
• Coordinate annual internal and external audits.
• Monitor internal controls and develop operating procedures.
• Coordinate balance sheet reconciliations.
• Delegate tasks to junior staff; resolve discrepancies in records.

Skills

GAAP/IFRS

Excel

Analytical thinking

Communication

Time management

English

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics

Tools

PMS/ERP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Belmond is part of the world's leading luxury group, LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton.

Belmond has been a pioneer of exceptional luxury travel since 1976. Its portfolio extends across 24 countries with remarkable properties that include the illustrious Venice Simplon-Orient-Express train, remote beach retreats like Cap Juluca in Anguilla, Italian hideaways such as Splendido in Portofino, and gateways to natural wonders such as Hotel das Cataratas beside Brazil's Iguassu Falls. From trains to river barges, safari lodges to hotels, each unique property has a distinctive story, personality, and identity, with a personalized team to match.

About the Role

Your Moment Awaits.... Belmond is recruiting Assistant Financial Controller to work on property at La Residencia, A Belmond Hotel in Mallorca (Spain). You will have the opportunity to delve deeper into luxury hospitality finance practices, actively contributing to financial accuracy and regulatory compliance. If you are an experienced finance professional looking to be part of a dynamic luxury environment, this is your moment.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Oversees the Accounting department activities to ensure optimal efficiency and performance of department
• Represents the Financial Controller in his absence
• Assists Financial Controller in the budgeting & forecasting processes
• Directs and Supervises Accounting department employees, including income audit and accountant
• Assist the FC in implementing policies, rules, internal controls and safeguards that ensure profitability and control of operations; liaison with the business's external and internal auditors
• Coordinates month end closing, prepares all required journal entries, performs analytical reviews of Financial Statements and explains any variances from Budget
• Assists Financial Controller for Financial Reporting to Corporate Headquarters
• Coordinates annual internal and external audit processes
• Monitors departmental internal controls and creates and implements Operating procedures as necessary
• Coordinates the reconciliation of the balance sheets
• Delegates accounting tasks to junior accounting staff
• Identifying solutions to discrepancies in financial records
• Contributes to team efforts by accomplishing related tasks as needed

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
• Proven experience (at least 2-3 years) in a financial role, preferably within the luxury hospitality sector
• Solid understanding of accounting principles (GAAP/IFRS) and financial control procedures
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, and familiarity with financial management systems (PMS/ERP)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Detail oriented and highly organized
• Skilled in time management and the ability to prioritize tasks
• Excellent critical thinking skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Good analytical and reasoning skills
• Ability to think clearly under pressure
• Ability to complete work in a timely, accurate and thorough manner
• Ability to work effectively and relate well with senior management, colleagues and subordinates
• English language essential

Benefits

At Belmond, we pride ourselves on fostering a culture built on kindness, active listening, and genuine connections with our colleagues and guests. We offer a comprehensive range of compensation, perks and benefits including:

• Permanent labour contract according to Convenio de Hostelería de las Islas Baleares
• Competitive salary
• Complimentary and preferred rate experiences at our iconic destinations
• Team social events
• Meals provided at our staff canteen during working hours

We strive to create an environment where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally. With a commitment to your ongoing development, you'll have the opportunity to learn and grow alongside some of the most talented individuals in the industry.

Join us and be part of creating unforgettable moments for our guests, communities, and each other.