Position: Financial Controller
Location: Frankfurt or Hamburg
Salary: €75,000
About the Role:
A leading hospitality brand is seeking a Hotel Financial Controller for their property in Frankfurt or Hamburg. This role is pivotal in ensuring the smooth day-to-day financial operations of the hotel, overseeing the accurate and timely production of financial statements, and providing crucial support to the operational managers.
Perks and Benefits:
* Competitive Salary: Reflective of experience and qualifications
* Professional Development: Opportunities for growth within a dynamic international brand
* Collaborative Environment: Work closely with a supportive finance team and operational managers
* Temporary Role: Ideal for professionals seeking short-term engagements with a reputable hospitality group
Key Responsibilities:
* Financial Management:
o Oversee daily financial operations, ensuring all bookkeeping entries are accurate and up-to-date.
o Prepare and submit monthly P&Ls and Balance Sheets in line with strict deadlines.
o Manage cash flow reporting and ensure timely VAT and City tax settlements.
* Reporting & Analysis:
o Prepare monthly financial statements, including forecasts and variance commentary.
o Conduct monthly balance sheet reconciliations and compile audit packs.
o Analyze and interpret financial results, KPIs, and departmental cost controls to support decision-making.
* Team Leadership:
o Supervise and support the finance assistant, ensuring they have the tools needed to succeed.
o Coordinate accounts payable and receivable functions, maintaining compliance with internal policies.
* Stakeholder Communication:
o Act as the main contact for the bank and lead internal and external property audits.
o Communicate financial information effectively to stakeholders, particularly those without a financial background.
Who You Are:
* Experience & Skills:
o Part-qualified accountant with at least 2 years of financial management experience.
o Background in the hospitality or service-based industry is advantageous.
o Proficient in the German language—both written and spoken.
o Strong communication skills with the ability to convey financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
o Detail-oriented with a strong ability to identify errors and propose solutions.
o Proficient in financial systems, with a mindset for continuous improvement.
o Flexible, positive, and collaborative, with a disciplined approach to work.
How to Apply:
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