Assistant Financial Controller

Hilton; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Hilton in Chennai seeks an experienced Assistant Financial Controller to lead daily finance operations, ensure accurate month-end closings, and support strategic decision-making in a hospitality environment.

This role requires a degree in commerce/accounting, 5+ years in managerial accounting, and proficiency with finance systems and MS Office. Join Hilton to uphold compliance and drive efficient financial processes within a global hospitality leader.

Qualifications

• Degree in Commerce, Accounting, Management, or related field; certified in Finance/Accounting.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience, including managerial operational accounting roles.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and finance software; strong numerical skills.

Responsibilities

• Finance Operations: Supervise daily finance activities and ensure accurate, timely month-end and year-end closings.
• Compliance & Standards: Ensure adherence to Finance SPI and government tax regulations, including timely submissions.
• Team Oversight: Understand and support the roles and procedures of all team members under your supervision.
• Efficiency & Organization: Respond to requests promptly and maintain an up-to-date filing system.
• Strategic Support: Assist the Director of Finance/Financial Controller with financial insights for decision-making.
• Policy & Safety Awareness: Stay current with Hilton and hotel finance policies, and promote safe work practices.

Skills

Financial governance

Team leadership

Strategic planning

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Commerce/Accounting

Professional accounting qualification (CA/CPA)

Tools

OnQ

Check SCM

SUN

OPERA/OnQ PMS

MICROS

HRLINK

Job description

Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You

Picture yourself brightening someone’s day. When you join our Hotels team, that’s exactly what you’ll do every time you come to work! You ensure and maintain a smooth day-to-day work routine within the Finance department, as well as the effective coordination and control of the month-end process. As an

Job Description

Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You

Picture yourself brightening someone’s day. When you join our Hotels team, that’s exactly what you’ll do every time you come to work! You ensure and maintain a smooth day-to-day work routine within the Finance department, as well as the effective coordination and control of the month-end process. As an Assistant Financial Controller, you’re not just ensuring financial data accuracy and compliance – you’re spreading the light and warmth of hospitality by delivering memorable experiences that make the stay for every guest.

Responsibilities

Here’s what you’ll do during a typical day:

• Finance Operations: Supervise daily finance activities and ensure accurate, timely month-end and year-end closings.
• Compliance & Standards: Ensure adherence to Finance SPI and government tax regulations, including timely submissions.
• Team Oversight: Understand and support the roles and procedures of all team members under your supervision.
• Efficiency & Organization: Respond to requests promptly and maintain an up-to-date filing system.
• Strategic Support: Assist the Director of Finance/Financial Controller with financial insights for decision-making.
• Policy & Safety Awareness: Stay current with Hilton and hotel finance policies, and promote safe work practices.

Qualifications

At Hilton, our core values define what it takes to succeed here and guide the qualities we look for in every team member: A passion for spreading the light and warmth of Hospitality. Acting with Integrity and always doing the right thing. Inspiring others through Leadership. A belief that Teamwork drives the best outcomes. A sense of Ownership and accountability. And a focus on the Now, bringing urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting impact.

In Addition, This Role Requires The Following Minimum Qualifications

• Degree in Commerce, Accounting, Management, or related field; certified in Finance/Accounting
• Minimum 5 years’ experience, including managerial operational accounting roles
• Skilled in OnQ, Check SCM, SUN, OPERA/OnQ PMS, MICROS, HRLINK
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Strong communication, analytical skills, and flexibility during the month/year-end
• Professional accounting qualification preferred.

About Us

Join an Award-Winning Workplace Culture

At Hilton, we don’t just deliver exceptional experiences for our guests—we build an exceptional workplace for the Team Members who make it all possible. As a global leader in hospitality, we’ve welcomed more than 3 billion guests worldwide, all while staying true to our founding vision: to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality.

Our award‑winning culture has earned us repeated recognition on the World’s Best Workplaces list by Great Place to Work and Fortune. With our suite of world‑class brands , and a company‑wide commitment to providing the best stay for every guest, we’re setting new standards for the future of travel.

Whether you’re starting your career or exploring something new, Hilton supports your journey every step of the way. Come for the job, stay for the career—and help us make every stay a little more magical.

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