Finance Manager

Descompagnons Trabalho Temporário Lda; Faro; Presencial; EUR 50 000 - 70 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

A growing hospitality management company in Portugal is seeking a Regional Finance Manager. The role involves supporting financial operations, compliance, and reporting across multiple properties in Southern Europe. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in finance, strong skills in financial reporting, and fluency in English and Portuguese. Competitive compensation and career growth opportunities are offered.

Serviços

Flexible work environment

Exposure to multiple European markets

Competitive compensation

Career growth potential

Qualificações

• 5 years of experience in accounting, finance, or audit.
• Exposure to hospitality or real estate sectors.
• Ability to liaise with local accountants and auditors.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare and consolidate financial statements for multiple properties.
• Ensure compliance with local financial regulations.
• Support annual budgeting and forecasting activities.

Conhecimentos

Fluent in English

High proficiency in Excel

Strong attention to detail

Proactive approach to problem-solving

Knowledge of local GAAP

Formação académica

Bachelor’s degree in finance or Accounting

Ferramentas

SAP

Sun

Opera

Micros/Symphony

Descrição da oferta de emprego

We are part of a established hospitality and real estate group setting up a management company focused on operating and scaling a portfolio of unique hotels and resorts across Europe and the Middle East. With a mission to bring local authenticity and operational excellence to every stay, we are in an exciting phase of growth. As we expand, we’re looking for a motivated and oriented Regional Finance Manager to support financial operations, compliance, and reporting for our growing portfolio.

Position Overview

The Regional Finance Manager will be responsible for supporting core finance functions across properties in Southern Europe, with a strong focus on compliance, reporting accuracy, and financial controls. This role is ideal for someone with a minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting or finance who is ready to take on a broader regional scope in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment.

You will work closely with senior leadership and local teams to ensure timely reporting, legal compliance, and financial transparency across all entities in the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and consolidate monthly, quarterly, and end financial statements across multiple properties.
• Ensure reporting is timely, accurate, and aligned with internal policies and local statutory requirements.
• Assist in tracking KPIs and providing variance analysis on operating results.

Compliance & Controls

• Ensure adherence to local financial regulations, tax laws, and accounting standards in each operating country.
• Coordinate with local accountants, auditors, and legal advisers to ensure statutory filings and tax submissions are accurate and on time.
• Implement and monitor internal controls, policies, and standard procedures across all properties.
• Support the development of compliance checklists and audit readiness.

Financial Operations

• Support the monthly close process by reviewing general ledger activity, bank reconciliations, and accruals.
• Liaise with local staff or outsourced partners to verify data quality and financial accuracy.
• Assist in standardizing chart of accounts and financial procedures across the group.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Support the annual budgeting process and periodic reforecasts for properties in the region.
• Track and report on budget vs. actual performance, highlighting risks and opportunities.

Tools & Process Development

• Help identify and implement scalable finance and reporting tools suitable for entity hospitality operations.
• Support the rollout of reporting templates and dashboards for internal stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or a related discipline.
• 5 years of experience in accounting, finance, or audit, preferably within the hospitality, real estate, or entity service sectors.
• Solid understanding of USALI and local GAAP in at least one Southern European market (e.g., Portugal, Spain, France or Italy) is a plus.
• Demonstrated experience in statutory compliance, tax filings, and liaising with local accountants/auditors.
• High proficiency in Excel; experience with accounting platforms (e.g., SAP, Sun) and familiarity with hospitality systems (e.g., Opera, Micros/Symphony) is a bonus.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and a proactive approach to solving.
• Fluent in English and in Portuguese (highly desirable). Any other European language is a plus.
• Willingness to travel occasionally within the region.

What We Offer

• A rare opportunity to help shape the finance function of a growing hospitality business.
• A flexible and collaborative work environment where your input truly matters.
• Exposure to multiple European markets and a variety of accommodation models.
• Competitive compensation and career growth potential within the company.

To Apply

Please send your CV and a brief cover letter to [e-mail] with the subject line: “Application – Regional Finance Manager (Southern Europe)”.

Finance Manager
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