Cluster Assistant Financial Controller

Malmaison Belfast; Manchester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned hotel chain in Manchester is seeking a Cluster Assistant Financial Controller to oversee financial operations across multiple hotels. This role includes conducting daily income audits, managing financial systems, supporting payroll processes, and ensuring timely financial reporting. Ideal candidates will have a strong finance background in hospitality and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a financial role within the hospitality industry.
• Strong understanding of financial processes and systems.
• Understanding of accruals and prepayments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily income audits and prepare GM pack.
• Manage Procure Wizard system and oversee vendor payments.
• Support payroll processes and month-end tasks.

Skills

Financial processes understanding

Excellent communication skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Tools

SAP

Procure Wizard

Fourth

Job description

Overview

Be part of the winning formula. As Cluster Assistant Financial Controller you will control the accounting for all departments within the hotel.

Company Overview

We are really proud of the brands that make our business. You can learn more about our history and heritage at FrasersHospitality.com, Malmaison.com and HotelduVin.com.

Job Purpose

The Cluster Assistant Financial Controller plays a crucial role in supporting the Financial Controllers (FCs) to ensure the financial health and integrity of the hotel cluster. This position is responsible for conducting daily income audits, managing financial systems such as Procure Wizard and Fourth, and providing comprehensive financial support to hotel Heads of Departments (HODs). The role also involves performing payment reconciliations, supporting payroll processes, and assisting with month-end tasks to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in finance within the hospitality industry, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.

Job Responsibilities

• Daily Income Audit Review & GM Pack Preparation: Conduct thorough reviews of the daily income audit and General Manager (GM) pack of hotels in the cluster to ensure accuracy and compliance with financial and operational standards.
• Procure Wizard Management: Oversee the Procure Wizard system of the hotel cluster, ensuring all invoices are processed in a timely manner and supplier statements are accurately reviewed and reconciled.
• PM Review: Regularly review PMs and collaborate with Heads of Departments (HODs) in the hotel cluster to ensure they are cleared down efficiently. Liaise with Financial Controller’s on any issues or potential risks.
• Payroll Support: Support the Financial Controllers with the payroll process using Fourth, ensuring all payroll tasks are completed accurately and on time in the hotel cluster.
• Payment Reconciliations: Perform regular payment reconciliations to ensure all transactions are accurately recorded and discrepancies are promptly reviewed and addressed.
• Cluster/Regional Support: Provide financial support to hotel HODs within the cluster or region, ensuring consistency and accuracy across all properties.
• Month End Support: Support the FCs within the hotel cluster with month end tasks to ensure the timely delivery of the P&L and reconciled balance sheet.
• Holiday Cover: Provide additional cover for the Financial Controller during holidays, ensuring seamless financial operations and continuity at all hotels.
• Ad hoc Financial Support: Assist the Financial Controllers in the hotel cluster with various ad hoc tasks, providing timely and accurate financial insights and support as needed.

Experience, Skills & Abilities

• Proven experience in a financial role within the hospitality industry.
• Strong understanding of financial processes and systems, including SAP, Procure Wizard and Fourth.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail to ensure accuracy in financial records and transactions.
• Understanding of accruals and prepayments and the impact on financial reporting.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work under pressure.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a team environment.
• Proven track record of collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues.
• Proven ability to manage time effectively and prioritise tasks to meet deadlines.