Finance Controller

Michael Page (UK); West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality group seeks a Finance Controller to oversee the finance function at an iconic hotel in the West Midlands. The role involves advising senior stakeholders, managing budgets, and supporting business decisions for optimal financial performance. This position offers strategic input, team development opportunities, and the chance to impact the hotel's success significantly.

Benefits

On-site benefits and team perks

Visibility and autonomy in the role

Qualifications

• Professional accounting qualification or relevant experience required.
• Experience in a standalone finance role within hospitality or leisure.
• Ability to mentor and develop a small team.

Responsibilities

• Manage the finance function with timely and accurate reporting.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and month-end processes.
• Support internal and external audits.

Skills

Commercial mindset

Business partnering skills

Leadership skills

Attention to detail

Education

ACCA/CIMA/ACA qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

We're looking for a commercially savvy Finance Controller who thrives on ownership and being at the heart of the operation. You'll manage the full finance function for a well-established hotel, support senior leaders with key decisions, and drive financial performance across the business.

Client Details

A leading hospitality group with two iconic UK hotels, this business blends tradition with modern service standards. The West Midlands-based property is more than just a hotel - it's a central part of the community, and every team member contributes to a welcoming atmosphere and high guest satisfaction.

Description

• Act as the hotel's financial conscience, advising and challenging senior stakeholders
• Manage the finance function, ensuring timely and accurate reporting
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and month-end processes
• Analyse performance trends and guide commercial decisions
• Oversee credit control and cashflow management
• Liaise with operations to support departments in meeting targets
• Support and lead internal/external audits
• Supervise and develop finance team members
• Ensure robust internal controls and risk reduction
• Drive system improvements and support IT solution integration

Profile

• A professional accounting qualification (ACCA/CIMA/ACA) or qualified by experience
• Experience in a similar standalone finance role within hospitality, leisure or similar
• A commercial mindset and strong business partnering skills
• Ability to translate financials to non-finance stakeholders
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor and develop a small team
• Excellent knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, and month-end processes
• High attention to detail and a proactive attitude to continuous improvement
• Confidence to work closely with owners and General Managers

Job Offer

• Salary circa £50,000 (DOE)
• Full control of hotel finance function with strategic input
• Varied and commercial remit in a respected hospitality group
• On-site benefits and team perks
• A role with visibility, autonomy, and room to grow

If you are ready to make an impact as a Finance Controller in the leisure, travel, and tourism industry, apply today to join this exciting opportunity in the West Midlands!