Financial Controller

Sector:Hotels
Job type:Perm
Salary/Rate:£80,000 per annum
Town/City:Harrow
County:Greater London
Job ref:39700 S08
Post Date:28. 03. 2025
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About the Role

Our client is a growing hotel group known for its commitment to quality, service, and innovation. As the business continues to expand, they are seeking a commercially driven Financial Controller to lead the finance function and support strategic growth across the group.

The Role:

As Financial Controller, you’ll take ownership of the group’s financial operations, ensuring accurate reporting, supporting commercial decisions, and leading a small but growing finance team. This is a hands-on role with real scope to influence the direction of the business.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Prepare monthly management accounts and board reports to inform strategic decisions

  • Lead the budgeting and forecasting process across the group

  • Oversee revenue recognition with clear documentation and robust controls

  • Manage investor and private equity reporting with clarity and confidence

  • Provide regular updates on cash flow, working capital, and debtor positions

  • Handle tax compliance including PAYE, VAT, CT, statutory accounts, and audit

  • Identify opportunities for process improvement and drive finance transformation

  • Mentor and develop junior team members, promoting a culture of excellence

About You:

  • Experienced Financial Controller or senior finance professional, ideally from hospitality or multi-site industries

  • Fully qualified (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)

  • Confident in investor relations and financial reporting

  • Strong Excel and financial modelling capabilities

  • Detail-oriented with a proactive, hands-on approach

  • Comfortable working in a fast-moving, evolving business environment

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