Regional Finance Manager

United Hospitality Management; Setúbal; Presencial; EUR 45 000 - 65 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

A leading hospitality management company in Setúbal is seeking a Regional Finance Manager to oversee financial operations across multiple properties in Southern Europe. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of experience in accounting or finance, with a strong focus on compliance and financial reporting. This role offers a flexible working environment and competitive compensation, along with opportunities for career growth.

Serviços

Competitive compensation

Career growth potential

Flexible work environment

Qualificações

• 5 years of experience in accounting, finance, or audit.
• Solid understanding of USALI and local GAAP in Southern Europe.
• Fluent in English and Portuguese.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare and consolidate financial statements across multiple properties.
• Ensure compliance with local financial regulations and tax laws.
• Support the annual budgeting process for properties in the region.

Conhecimentos

Financial Reporting

Compliance & Controls

Budgeting & Forecasting

Data Analysis

Attention to Detail

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, or a related discipline

Ferramentas

SAP

Excel

Opera

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About Us

We are part of a well-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. We are looking for a motivated and detail-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

• Financial Reporting
  • Prepare and consolidate monthly, quarterly, and year-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 property-level 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 multi-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 multi-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 problem-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 fast-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.

To Apply

Competitive compensation and career growth potential within the company.

Please send your CV and a brief cover letter to ****** with the subject line:

"Application – Regional Finance Manager (Southern Europe)".