Financial Controller - London Marriott Hotels

Kingfisher Hospitality Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Marriott Explore Discounts – hotel and

Free Meals on Duty

Pension Scheme – The People’s Pension

Employee Assistance Programme

Career Development

Training & Development

Job summary

Marriott International is seeking a Financial Controller to lead the Finance function at one of three London Marriott hotels: Regents Park, Kensington or Maida Vale.

You will oversee day-to-day financial operations, provide strategic financial guidance, and ensure accurate reporting to support the hotels' commercial goals. Apply for the specific hotel you wish to join and contribute to a high-performing finance team.

Qualifications

• Previous hotel finance/accounting experience is essential.
• Financial Controller or Finance Manager experience is highly desirable.
• A formal accounting qualification or degree, or equivalent experience.
• Strong knowledge of P&L, budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the day-to-day Finance and Accounting function at your hotel.
• Provide clear financial advice and support to the General Manager and leadership team.
• Prepare and review monthly financial reports, P&L statements, budgets and forecasts.
• Own the hotel's annual budget and monthly forecasting process.
• Analyse financial performance and identify opportunities to improve profitability and control costs.
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reports and P&L results.
• Maintain balance sheet reconciliations and strong financial controls.
• Support internal, external and regulatory audits.

Skills

Hotel finance experience

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Accounting qualification or degree

Tools

Opera

MICROS

Job description

• London Marriott Hotel Regents Park

We are recruiting for a Financial Controller at each of the following hotels:

• London Marriott Hotel Regents Park
• London Marriott Hotel Kensington
• London Marriott Hotel Maida Vale

Are you an experienced finance professional looking to take the next step in your career within a leading international hotel brand? We are looking for a Financial Controller to join either one of our three London Marriott hotels’ Finance team.

As Financial Controller, you will lead the day-to-day Finance function at your hotel, working closely with the General Manager, Finance Director and hotel leadership team. You will provide financial guidance, ensure accurate reporting and help the hotel achieve its financial and commercial goals.

Please note these are three individual positions. This is not a Cluster or Multi-Property role. Each Financial Controller will be responsible for the Finance function of their individual hotel.

When applying, please clearly state which of the three hotels you would like to be considered for.

What is in it for you?

In addition to a competitive salary and discretionary bonus, you will also have access to a range of benefits, including:

• Marriott Explore Discounts – Enjoy discounts on hotel stays and F&B across Marriott's global portfolio.
• Free Meals on Duty
• Pension Scheme – Participation in The People’s Pension.
• Employee Assistance Programme – Free and confidential support for a range of personal and wellbeing challenges.
• Career Development – Opportunities for career growth and internal opportunities within our managed portfolio.
• Training & Development – Access to training programmes to support your professional development.

What will you be doing?

• Lead and manage the day-to-day Finance and Accounting function at your hotel.
• Work closely with the General Manager and hotel leadership team, providing clear financial advice and support.
• Prepare and review monthly financial reports, P&L statements, budgets and forecasts.
• Take ownership of the hotel's annual budget and monthly forecasting process.
• Analyse financial performance and help identify opportunities to improve profitability, control costs and increase productivity.
• Ensure financial reports and P&L results are accurate and delivered on time.
• Maintain accurate balance sheet reconciliations and strong financial controls.
• Support and manage internal, external and regulatory audits.
• Ensure the hotel has appropriate financial controls in place to manage risks and protect its assets.
• Work with operational managers to help them understand their financial performance and achieve their targets.
• Lead, develop and support the Finance team, creating a positive environment where people can perform at their best.

What are we looking for?

We are looking for someone who is confident, commercially minded and able to communicate financial information clearly to non-finance colleagues.

Ideally, You Will Have

• Previous hotel finance/accounting experience – this is essential.
• Previous experience as a Financial Controller or Finance Manager would be highly desirable.
• A full or part-qualified accounting qualification, relevant degree, or equivalent experience.
• Strong knowledge of P&L, budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting.
• Strong Excel and computer skills; experience with Opera and/or MICROS would be an advantage.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• The ability to work closely with operational teams and influence business decisions.
• A high level of accuracy, organisation and attention to detail.

Join us

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established London Marriott hotel in a key Finance leadership position, with the opportunity to develop your career within Marriott.

Please remember to specify which hotel you are applying for: London Marriott Hotel Regents Park, London Marriott Hotel Kensington or London Marriott Hotel Maida Vale.

Apply today and take the next step in your Marriott career!

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