Assistant Director of Finance

COMO Metropolitan London; City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious hotel group in London is seeking an Assistant Cluster Director of Finance to oversee financial operations and reporting. This role involves budgeting, forecasting, and guiding the finance team to maximize hotel performance. The ideal candidate should have ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualifications and experience in hospitality finance. Competitive salary and benefits including bonuses and employee discounts are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

10% annual bonus

Private medical insurance

Pension contributions

Employee discounts at Nobu London

Comp nights stay at COMO Hotels

Career development opportunities

Access to free financial advice

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a hospitality finance role, ideally within a hotel environment.
• Proficient in accounting systems and Excel.
• Strong analytical abilities and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of the hotel’s financial operations and reporting.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and variance analyses.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Accounting proficiency

Education

ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified

Tools

Excel

Job description

Overview

COMO Hotels and Resorts is seeking a talented and detail‑oriented Assistant Cluster Director of Finance to join our team at COMO Metropolitan London & COMO The Halkin. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated finance professional to play a key role in the financial operations of one of London’s most respected luxury hotels.

COMO Hotels and Resorts are an award‑winning, family‑owned group of 19 hotels and resorts worldwide; each one different to the other but sharing the same heart: a deep commitment to holistic wellness, exceptional nutrition‑rich cuisine, and inspiring destinations that honour the spirit of place.

What you’ll do

Manage all aspects of the hotel’s financial operations and reporting.

• Prepare monthly management accounts and variance analyses
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning
• Maintain and improve internal control systems
• Liaise with external and internal auditors
• Ensure compliance with UK tax and legal requirements (VAT, PAYE, etc.)
• Support department heads with financial guidance to maximise operational performance
• Manage, train, and develop the Accounts team

Who you are

• ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified (or equivalent experience)
• Previous experience in a hospitality finance role, ideally within a hotel environment
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Proficient in accounting systems and Excel
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving abilities
• Detail‑oriented, organised, and able to meet tight deadlines

What we offer you

Competitive salary

10% annual bonus based on yearly KPIs

Employee rates for all COMO Hotels and Resorts worldwide

3 comp

limentary nights stay in any COMO Hotel and Resort worldwide

• Private medical insurance
• 6% pension contributions
• Employee discounts at Nobu London
• Career development opportunities
• £450 for introducing someone new to any COMO property
• Company sick pay
• Access to free financial advice
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme offering support and advice
• An exciting calendar of wellness and engagement activities