Assistant Financial Controller

The Kensington; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Service charge on top of base salary

Holiday allowance up to 25 days

Free meals on duty

Hotel discounts and staff rates

Pension / Life Insurance

Uniform and dry cleaning

Volunteer day

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

The Doyle Collection’s The Kensington is seeking an experienced Assistant Financial Controller to join the finance team in London. Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will lead the Accounts team, ensure robust financial controls, and provide insightful reporting to drive hotel performance.

You will manage month-end processes, budgets, forecasts, payroll, and audits, collaborating with department heads to support business decisions in a luxury hospitality environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Finance Manager, Assistant Financial Controller, or similar hotel finance role.
• Hospitality experience is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of management accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial controls.
• Experience producing financial reports and analysing business performance.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop others.
• Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with hotel finance systems.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively across all departments.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Head of Finance with the day-to-day management of the finance function.
• Producing accurate weekly and monthly financial reports, forecasts, and performance analysis.
• Assisting with the preparation and management of annual budgets and profitability targets.
• Overseeing month-end processes, balance sheet reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Managing payroll processes and ensuring labour costs are accurately controlled.
• Maintaining strong financial controls and ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
• Monitoring revenue, expenditure, cash flow, and credit control procedures.
• Supporting audits and ensuring the integrity of financial systems and data.
• Preparing journal entries, reconciling general ledger accounts, and reviewing financial transactions.
• Building strong relationships with department leaders to provide financial guidance and support decision-making.
• Leading, coaching, and developing the Accounts team to achieve high levels of performance and engagement.

Skills

Management accounting

Budgeting

Forecasting

Financial controls

Excel skills

Hotel finance systems

Leadership

Tools

Excel

Hotel finance software

Job description

Contract: Permanent
Salary: Excellent salary and benefits

At The Doyle Collection, we believe in Excellence, Personal Service, Belonging, and Warmth. We are now looking for an experienced and motivated Assistant Financial Controller to join the team at The Kensington, one of London's most stylish luxury hotels.

Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will play a key role in supporting the financial management of the hotel, ensuring robust financial controls, accurate reporting, and providing valuable insight that helps drive business performance. You will also lead and develop the Accounts team, creating a positive and high-performing environment that reflects our values.

Responsibilities:

• Supporting the Head of Finance with the day-to-day management of the finance function.
• Producing accurate weekly and monthly financial reports, forecasts, and performance analysis.
• Assisting with the preparation and management of annual budgets and profitability targets.
• Overseeing month-end processes, balance sheet reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Managing payroll processes and ensuring labour costs are accurately controlled.
• Maintaining strong financial controls and ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
• Monitoring revenue, expenditure, cash flow, and credit control procedures.
• Supporting audits and ensuring the integrity of financial systems and data.
• Preparing journal entries, reconciling general ledger accounts, and reviewing financial transactions.
• Building strong relationships with department leaders to provide financial guidance and support decision-making.
• Leading, coaching, and developing the Accounts team to achieve high levels of performance and engagement.

Skills:

• Previous experience in a Finance Manager, Assistant Financial Controller, or similar hotel finance role.
• Hospitality experience is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of management accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial controls.
• Experience producing financial reports and analysing business performance.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop others.
• Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with hotel finance systems.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively across all departments.

Why join The Doyle Collection?

At The Doyle Collection, our values guide everything we do:

Excellence – We strive to be the best in everything we do, delivering exceptional experiences for our guests and colleagues.

Personal – We build genuine relationships and create meaningful experiences through thoughtful, individual service.

Belonging – We foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed.

Warmth – We welcome guests and colleagues alike with authenticity, kindness, and care.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a luxury hotel group where your expertise will make a real impact and where you will be supported to grow your career in a collaborative and values-driven environment.

Be Yourself. Be Part of The Doyle Collection.

The Perks of working for The Kensington Hotel:

• Service charge on top of your base salary
• Holiday allowance increasing with length of service up to 25 days
• Free meals on duty
• 50% discount when dining with The Doyle Collection
• Discounted rates when staying in our hotels
• Training dedicated to personal development
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounts in selected stores and online shops
• Life Insurance and Company Pension
• Complimentary uniform and dry cleaning
• One paid volunteering day per year
• Free access to the Employee Assistance Programme
• Hotel Incentives and rewards
• Staff summer parties, Christmas parties and regular team get togethers
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme

The Kensington, London

The Kensington is set in one of London's most desirable locations, surrounded by museums and walking distance from the shops of South Kensington and Knightsbridge. A luxury hotel with an ambience reminiscent of a private members club, 150 individually designed rooms and suites, Town House restaurant and K Bar, make it the perfect hidden spot.

The Doyle Collection

The Doyle Collection is a carefully curated collection of seven Irish family-owned luxury and urban hotels located centrally in London, Dublin, Washington DC and Cork. What binds our hotels together is the Doyle service ethos - a real warmth and thoughtfulness.

We are proud to say that The Doyle Collection has maintained it's listing as one of the 'Best Large Workplaces' with Great Places to Work since 2017. This accolade means that our people are part of a culture of continuous improvement, working for leaders who are committed to the working environment.

In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must either be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.

Inclusion and diversity are key to us. At The Doyle Collection, where everyone is valued, and everyone is treated with fairness and respect. All our team members have the opportunity to thrive with an equal opportunities employer.