Financial Controller

Platinum Recruitment Consultancy; Lancashire; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel group in Blackburn is seeking a Financial Controller to oversee finance and support the General Manager. This role offers flexibility, free accommodation during the week, and the opportunity to influence strategy within a respected hospitality environment. The ideal candidate has experience in hotel finance, budgeting, and a hands-on approach to management.

Benefits

Free accommodation during the week

Potential hybrid working

Opportunity to influence strategy

Qualifications

• Strong background in hotel or hospitality finance.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the hotel's annual budget process alongside the General Manager.
• Monitor and control costs, auditing financial procedures.
• Manage payroll, accounts, P&L, balance sheet, and ledger control.

Skills

Hotel finance experience

Budgeting and forecasting

Leadership

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

Fantastic opportunity for a hands-on Financial Controller to join a leading 4-star hotel group in Blackburn, offering free accommodation during the week and potential hybrid working.

As the Financial Controller at this prestigious property, you'll be a key member of the senior management team, overseeing all aspects of finance and supporting the General Manager in driving business performance. This is an ideal role for a commercially minded professional looking for flexibility and the chance to make a real impact in a respected hotel environment.

Why apply

• From £23.00 per hour pay rate (depending on experience)


• Free accommodation available during the week


• Potential hybrid working (1-2 days from home)


• The opportunity to influence strategy and mentor a growing team


• Working within a well-regarded 4-star hospitality business

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the hotel's annual budget process alongside the General Manager


• Monitor and control costs, auditing financial procedures and training management teams


• Produce monthly capex and period-end reports


• Manage payroll, accounts, P&L, balance sheet, and ledger control


• Oversee the purchase ledger and ensure timely supplier payments


• Forecast business performance accurately and consistently


• Line manage and develop the finance team


• Provide coaching and mentorship across the management structure

What we\'re looking for

• A strong background in hotel or hospitality finance


• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting


• Excellent leadership and communication skills


• A hands-on approach with a focus on accuracy and efficiency


• The ability to build trust and drive engagement across departments


• To be considered for this role, you must be available immediately for full time hours

If you\'re an experienced Financial Controller in Blackburn seeking a rewarding role with flexibility and accommodation benefits, we\'d love to hear from you. Apply now.

Job Number │ (phone number removed) / INDFOH

Location │ Blackburn

Role │ Financial Controller

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