Hotel Analyst

COREcruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in hospitality is looking for a Hotel Asset Management Analyst in London. The successful candidate will monitor and optimize financial performance for a portfolio of hotels, analyzing financial statements and identifying improvement opportunities. A degree in Finance or related field and hotel industry experience are essential. Strong analytical and financial modelling skills are required. This role provides an opportunity to impact strategic decision-making and asset value maximization.

Qualifications

• Hotel industry experience is essential with a solid understanding of hotel operations.
• Ability to interpret complex financial data and communicate effectively.
• A proactive and results-driven approach to problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Conduct financial analysis and reporting for a portfolio of hotels.
• Support the asset management team in enhancing operational efficiency.
• Prepare investor reports highlighting financial trends and opportunities.
• Analyse hotel financial statements to track key performance indicators.

Skills

Analytical skills

Financial modelling

Proficiency in Excel

Problem-solving skills

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Hospitality Management

Tools

Opera

STR

HotStats

Job description

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Hotel Asset Management Analyst to join this dynamic team. This role will be instrumental in monitoring, analysing, and optimising the financial performance of a portfolio of hotels. The successful candidate will provide key insights, support strategic decision-making, and ensure the maximisation of asset value.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct financial analysis, modelling, and reporting for a portfolio of hotels to assess performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Support the asset management team in developing and executing strategies to enhance operational efficiency and profitability.
• Analyse hotel financial statements (P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow) to track key performance indicators (KPIs) and variances.
• Work closely with hotel operators and internal stakeholders to evaluate revenue management, cost control, and capital expenditure initiatives.
• Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and benchmarking performance against industry standards.
• Prepare investor and board reports, highlighting financial trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to assess industry trends and investment opportunities.
• Support due diligence and financial modelling for acquisitions, dispositions, and refinancing activities.
• Maintain strong relationships with hotel management teams, external advisors, and financial institutions.

Key Requirements:

• Hotel industry experience is essential, with a solid understanding of hotel operations, revenue management, and financial reporting.
• A degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Hospitality Management, or a related field.
• Strong financial modelling and analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and financial analysis tools.
• Experience working with hotel-specific systems such as Opera, STR, HotStats, or similar.
• Ability to interpret complex financial data and communicate findings effectively to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
• Strong commercial acumen and problem-solving skills, with a proactive and results-driven approach.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• A team player with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain professional relationships.