Assistant Business Controller

Radisson Hotel Group; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary in Dutch Hospitality CLA scale

1 day from home per week

Company laptop

Travel allowance

Industry pension plan (PH&C)

Meal during shift in staff canteen

Training & development opportunities

Employee discounts on Radisson hotels

Job summary

Radisson Hotel Group is hiring an Assistant Business Controller for our Amsterdam team. You will support the Business Controller with daily financial control, reporting, and analysis in a dynamic hospitality environment.

Responsibilities include accounts payable/receivable, month-end close, and financial planning support, while ensuring accuracy and timely delivery. This role offers hybrid work, training, and opportunities within an international hotel group.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in finance, financial control or business control.
• HBO/Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Hotel Management or related field.
• Strong analytical and Excel skills, with experience in financial reporting and analysis.
• Accurate, organized and hands-on, with ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Good communication skills and ability to work effectively with operational teams.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken. Dutch is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support the Business Controller with day-to-day financial and business control activities.
• Support the Business Controller with month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Manage Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable activities, ensuring accurate and timely processing.
• Prepare financial reports and analyses and monitor key financial figures, costs and variances.
• Analyse differences between actual results, budget and forecast and highlight trends or discrepancies.
• Support budgeting, forecasting and financial planning by collecting and analysing relevant data.
• Work closely with operational departments to identify and prevent financial discrepancies.
• Support financial controls, audits and follow-up on identified issues.
• Contribute to improving financial processes, reporting and controls within the Finance department.
• Prepare ad-hoc financial analyses and support financial projects and initiatives.

Skills

Financial analysis

Excel skills

Communication

Organization

English fluency

Dutch language (nice to have)

Education

HBO/Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Hotel Management

Job description

Park Inn by Radisson Amsterdam City West and Amsterdam Congress Center is a vibrant and colourful hotel and event venue, featuring 476 rooms and 21 meeting and event spaces. Conveniently located next to Amsterdam Sloterdijk train station, the hotel is easily accessible for both guests and team members by car and public transport.

Designed by renowned designer Karim Rashid, the hotel is part of the VEN complex, sharing the building with Holland Casino and Limehome apartments.

The Amsterdam Congress Center offers a wide range of flexible meeting and event spaces, including a 700-guest ballroom and a spectacular rooftop event space. From intimate meetings to large conferences and events, the combination of the hotel and Congress Center creates a dynamic and diverse working environment where no two days are the same.

Join our team and be part of a workplace where we blend fun, informality, and the rich diversity of our international teams.

Job Description

Are you an enthusiastic finance professional with an interest in hospitality? We are looking for an Assistant Business Controller to join our hotel team and support the Business Controller in a dynamic hospitality environment.

In this role, you will support the Business Controller and hotel management with day-to-day financial control, reporting and analysis. You will also be responsible for Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable activities, ensuring accurate and timely processing. In addition, you will assist with month-end closing, financial reporting and audit-related activities, while helping to identify opportunities to improve financial performance. This is a great opportunity to further develop your finance skills and gain valuable experience within an international hotel environment.

Please note that all operational accounting activities are fully outsourced to Accenture.

Your key responsibilities

• Support the Business Controller with day-to-day financial and business control activities.
• Support the Business Controller with month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Manage Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable activities, ensuring accurate and timely processing.
• Prepare financial reports and analyses and monitor key financial figures, costs and variances.
• Analyse differences between actual results, budget and forecast and highlight trends or discrepancies.
• Support budgeting, forecasting and financial planning by collecting and analysing relevant data.
• Work closely with operational departments to identify and prevent financial discrepancies.
• Support financial controls, audits and follow-up on identified issues.
• Contribute to improving financial processes, reporting and controls within the Finance department.
• Prepare ad-hoc financial analyses and support financial projects and initiatives.

What’s in it for you?

• The position offers a gross salary in scale 8 of the Dutch Hospitality CLA, ranging from €3.500 to €4.000 per month based on 38 hours per week and experience;
• 25 holidays per year (based on FT employment, 38 hours per week);
• Excluding 8% holiday allowance, paid in May;
• Possibility to work 1 day from home;
• You can use a company laptop while working with us;
• Industry pension plan (PH&C);
• Travel allowance of €0.23 per km from 0 km (max €14.63 net per day);
• Delicious meal during your shift in our staff canteen;
• Training & development opportunities, a driven General Manager, and alumni from Hotel Management School The Hague who’s eager to support your next career step;
• Excellent accessibility (5-minute walk from Amsterdam Sloterdijk Station) and free parking available;
• Access to the employee discount platform Benefits at Work which offers exceptional rates on products and services from renowned brands and popular amusement parks;
• Staff discount on stays and F&B at Radisson Hotel Group worldwide, not only for yourself but also for family and friends.
• A strong focus on having fun at work (think team drinks & events!).
• Recommend a friend program (up to €250 per person who joins us).

Qualifications

Essential ingredients:

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in finance, financial control or business control. Hospitality experience is a plus.
• HBO/Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Hotel Management or a related field.
• Strong analytical and Excel skills, with experience in financial reporting and analysis.
• Accurate, organised and hands-on, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively with operational teams.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken. Dutch is a plus.

Additional Information

Why Join Radisson Hotel Group?

Live the Magic of Hospitality

Be part of a team that creates exceptional experiences and memorable moments every day. Let your Yes I Can! spirit shine as you bring hospitality to life.

Build a Great Career

No matter your background or experience, we invest in your growth, learning, and career development—helping you reach your full potential.

Experience the Team Spirit

Join a workplace that’s inclusive, fun, and meaningful. We celebrate diversity, support one another and foster a sense of belonging through our Employee Resource Groups and inclusion initiatives.

Lead with Your Ambition

Your ideas, passion and drive matter! We empower you to make a difference—in hospitality, your community and beyond.

Enjoy Global & Local Perks

No matter where you’re located, you’ll enjoy exclusive global benefits - like special hotel rates for you and your loved ones at our hotels worldwide. Plus, you’ll have access to local perks and rewards tailored to your country, making your experience even more rewarding!

Join us in shaping the future of hospitality!

If you’re ready to bring your talent, energy, and passion, we’d love to hear from you.