Hospitality Finance Controller — Lead Reporting & Controls

The Fleet Hotel; Dublin; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

PRSA pension scheme

Career progression across Windward

Employee Assistance Programme

Digital Wellness Programme

Meals on duty

Job summary

The Fleet Hotel in Dublin is seeking a capable Financial Controller to lead all finance functions, ensuring timely, accurate management reports and stringent internal controls.

You will produce monthly management accounts, manage cash flow and assets, and oversee a skilled accounts team while liaising on tax submissions and regulatory filings. Prior hospitality experience is advantageous, with a strong emphasis on accuracy and detail.

Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA or equivalent)
• 4+ years post-qualification experience
• Excellent communication, organisational and time management skills
• Able to coach team members
• Well-presented and approachable with impeccable attention to detail essential for this role

Responsibilities

• Lead Financial Operations: Oversee all finance functions and deliver timely, accurate management reports.
• Ensure Compliance: Monitor internal controls, policies, and regulatory requirements across the business.
• Produce Management Accounts: Prepare monthly accounts with variance analysis, budgets, and rolling forecasts.
• Manage Cash & Assets: Control cash flow, reconcile balance sheets, maintain fixed asset register, and track capital expenditure.
• Team & Department Oversight: Supervise accounts team handling cash, bank, debtors, creditors, and payroll.
• Performance Reporting: Provide weekly updates on financial performance, forecasts, and payroll costs.
• Tax Liaison: Ensure tax submissions, and statutory filings with Revenue and CRO.
• Banking & Insurance: Ensure banking compliance, quarterly reporting, and maintain licenses and insurance policies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Coaching

Tools

Sage

Hotsoft

Procure Wizard

Timepoint

Job description

The Fleet Hotel in Dublin is seeking a capable Financial Controller to lead all finance functions, ensuring timely, accurate management reports and stringent internal controls.

You will produce monthly management accounts, manage cash flow and assets, and oversee a skilled accounts team while liaising on tax submissions and regulatory filings. Prior hospitality experience is advantageous, with a strong emphasis on accuracy and detail.