Director of Finance

Hyatt; London; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious hotel in London is seeking a forward-thinking Director of Finance for its Leadership Committee. This pivotal role will involve guiding financial strategy and overseeing all finance functions within the hotel while ensuring compliance and fostering strategic relationships with stakeholders. With a competitive salary and a variety of benefits, it's a unique opportunity for a qualified professional to contribute to luxury hospitality operations.

Benefits

Leadership package including bonus

Private healthcare

Enhanced pension

12 complimentary nights at Hyatt Hotels annually

Discounted hotel stays for family and friends

Free meals while on duty

Headspace membership

Global career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with relevant experience in luxury hospitality.
• Proven leadership capabilities and excellent communication skills.
• Strategic thinker comfortable with multi-entity environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee finance functions including Accounting, IT, and Procurement.
• Lead financial planning, reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Manage audit processes and support strategic decision-making.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Analysis

Communication

Education

Qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA)

Job description

Join to apply for the Director of Finance role at Hyatt

Join to apply for the Director of Finance role at Hyatt

Salary: Competitive + Leadership Committee Benefits

About Park Hyatt London River Thames

Park Hyatt London River Thames offers 203 luxurious rooms, including a presidential suite and two signature mega-suites, with stunning views of the River Thames and central London. Nestled in a convenient location in the heart of the city, the hotel features exquisite dining options across two restaurants and two bar outlets, state-of-the-art event spaces, and a serene spa and wellness floor. Alongside our hotel offering, we are also in the process of launching a unique residential experience, creating a dynamic and evolving luxury environment for longer staying guests.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Director of Finance to join our hotel's Leadership Committee. This role is pivotal in guiding the financial strategy and operational execution of our hotel and associated entities. You will report directly to the General Manager and have a dotted line to the Area Director of Finance for UK & Ireland.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Oversee the full Finance function including Accounting, IT, and Procurement
• Lead short- and long-term financial planning for hotel operations and adjacent managed interests
• Manage financial reporting, planning, budgeting, and forecasting
• Prepare and review monthly and annual financial statements
• Drive detailed variance analysis and collaborate with department heads on cost controls and revenue enhancement
• Manage all aspects of internal and external audit processes
• Support strategic decision-making across the hotel as a key member of the Leadership Committee
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with our ownership, providing accurate and timely reporting and insight
• Guide the Purchasing team, ensuring efficiency, compliance, and strong vendor relationships
• Provide financial guidance related to multi-use property operations, including knowledge of service charge agreements and cost allocations within a larger residential context
  
  

About You

• A qualified accountant (e.g., ACCA, CIMA) with relevant experience in a senior Finance role within luxury hospitality
• Proven leadership capabilities with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Comfortable working within complex operational structures, ideally including multi-entity or multi-property environments
• Strategic thinker with strong business acumen and a collaborative approach
  
  

What We Offer

• Leadership package including bonus, private healthcare, and enhanced pension
• 12 complimentary nights a year across Hyatt Hotels worldwide
• Discounted hotel stays for family and friends from day one
• Complimentary laundered business attire
• 50% discount on F&B at selected Hyatt Hotels
• Free meals while on duty
• Headspace membership and access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Ongoing learning and development with global career progression opportunities
  
  

At Hyatt, "We care for people so they can be their best". Our values of Empathy, Integrity, Respect, Inclusion, Experimentation, and Wellbeing are the foundation of how we work together. We celebrate individuality and embrace a culture that’s as diverse as our guests.

Join us and be part of a team that’s shaping the future of luxury hospitality. Apply today to start your journey with Park Hyatt London River Thames.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Finance and Sales

• Industries

  Hospitality

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Hyatt by 2x

Get notified about new Financial Director jobs in London, England, United Kingdom.

London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

London, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago

London, England, United Kingdom 7 months ago

London, England, United Kingdom 4 days ago

London Area, United Kingdom £150,000.00-£250,000.00 8 hours ago

London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

Director of Financial Planning and Analysis

London Area, United Kingdom £200,000.00-£200,000.00 23 hours ago

London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

Greater London, England, United Kingdom 2 hours ago

Chief Financial Officer at Retail Insights

London, England, United Kingdom 7 months ago

London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

London, England, United Kingdom 5 days ago

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.