Strategic Hotel Finance Manager: P&L, Budgets

COREcruitment Ltd; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based hospitality company is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee daily accounting operations and provide financial leadership. The ideal candidate will manage P&L accuracy, budgeting, and forecasting while ensuring regulatory compliance and strong financial controls. Previous experience in hotel operational finance is essential, alongside a relevant degree or accounting qualification. This role demands strong analytical skills to support operational decisions and foster a high-performing finance team.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in hotel operational finance is essential.
• Strong understanding of P&L management and financial controls.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily accounting operations for the property.
• Prepare and review monthly P&L, balance sheet reconciliations.
• Ensure P&L accuracy and maintain strong balance sheet control.
• Oversee working capital, cash flow, and asset/liability reconciliation.
• Manage internal, external, and regulatory audit processes.
• Support the Cluster Director of Finance in developing budgets.
• Provide analytical insight to support operational decision-making.

Skills

Financial reporting

P&L management

Budgeting

Forecasting

Financial controls

Analytical insight

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Fully or part-qualified accountant

Job description

A UK-based hospitality company is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee daily accounting operations and provide financial leadership. The ideal candidate will manage P&L accuracy, budgeting, and forecasting while ensuring regulatory compliance and strong financial controls. Previous experience in hotel operational finance is essential, alongside a relevant degree or accounting qualification. This role demands strong analytical skills to support operational decisions and foster a high-performing finance team.