Financial Controller

Medirest Signature; Dunblane; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company is seeking a Finance Controller to manage daily financial activities and support the hotel management team. This crucial role involves managing financial records, preparing management reports, and ensuring accurate financial data handling. Ideal candidates will have a strong attention to detail and experience in finance within a hospitality environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in relevant field or experience in hospitality role.
• Understanding of accounting principles.
• Proficient in financial software and Excel for analysis.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily income, expenses, and prepare management reports.
• Support budgeting and forecasting.
• Conduct month-end processes and reconcile accounts.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or Finance

Tools

Sage

Microsoft Excel

Job description

As a Finance Controller, you will manage the daily income and expenses of the hotel, prepare monthly management reports, and support the hotel management team.

Please note the salary for the role is up to £35k per year DOE.

What will I be doing?

• Verify and reconcile daily income and payments.
• Prepare management reports and forecasts.
• Support the General Manager and Department Heads with annual budgets and quarterly/weekly reforecasts.
• Facilitate roster reviews and wages control with Department Heads.
• Process supplier invoices and assist with departmental cost controls.
• Check agent commissions against HMS Infor and approve invoices.
• Manage bank deposits and petty cash.
• Reconcile credit card payments and investigate disputes.
• Perform month-end processes and reconciliations, including stock count validation.
• Complete and review Monthly Management Accounts.
• Analyze budget drivers and provide commentary on variances.
• Create ad hoc reports and analyses for the General Manager and Department Heads.
• Support finance system training for operational teams.
• Assist the finance team at other properties when needed.

This role is crucial in supporting local management and central finance by ensuring accurate financial records and contributing to the hotel's overall financial management.

What are we looking for?

• Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or Finance is advantageous, or experience in a similar hospitality role.
• Understanding of fundamental accounting principles and maintaining financial records.
• Knowledge of accounting software (e.g., Sage) and proficiency in Microsoft Excel for budgeting, forecasting, and data analysis.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in handling financial data.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal, for interacting across departments.
• Ability to identify discrepancies and propose effective solutions.
• Understanding of confidentiality in handling sensitive financial information.