Unit Financial Controller

St Laurn Hotels And Resorts; Koregaon Park; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Job summary

St Laurn Hotels And Resorts seeks a seasoned Financial Controller to lead financial operations at our Pune property. The role requires overseeing accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management, while ensuring robust internal controls. You will collaborate with hotel management to analyze performance and support strategic decisions.

You will manage the finance team, coordinate audits, and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and transparency in financial reporting.

Qualifications

• Candidates should have strong knowledge of Accounting and Finance.
• Strong analytical skills to review financial data and provide insights.
• Experience with hotel/corporate financial reporting and budgeting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all hotel financial operations and reporting.
• Prepare and review financial statements, budgets, and forecasts.
• Ensure internal controls and regulatory compliance across finance processes.
• Lead the finance team and coordinate audits; drive process improvements.

Skills

Accounting & Finance

Analytical skills

Financial reporting

Budgeting & forecasting

Internal controls

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Commerce

CA/CPA/CMA certifications advantageous

Tools

Excel

Financial software

ERP systems

Job description

The Financial Controller is a full-time, on-site role based in St Laurn, Koregaon Park, Pune. The role is responsible for overseeing all hotel financial operations, including the preparation and review of financial statements, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management. Day-to-day tasks include managing accounting activities, ensuring accurate financial reporting, monitoring internal controls, and supporting compliance with relevant policies, standards, and regulations. The Financial Controller will collaborate closely with hotel management to analyze financial performance, optimize costs, and support strategic decision-making. This role also involves leading the finance team, coordinating audits, and implementing process improvements to enhance financial efficiency and transparency.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong knowledge of Accounting and Finance, including core hospitality financial processes.
• Candidates should possess skills in Financial Statements and Financial Reporting, with proven experience in preparing and interpreting hotel or corporate accounts.
• Candidates should possess solid Analytical Skills to review financial data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights to management.
• Candidates should possess proficiency with financial software and Excel, including budgeting, forecasting, and data analysis tools.
• Relevant academic qualification such as a bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field; professional certifications (e.g., CA, CPA, CMA) are an advantage.
• Experience as a Financial Controller or senior finance professional in hospitality or service industries is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, integrity, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication and leadership skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and guide finance staff.