Financial Controller Job Description
Cpl are working with a leading Hospitality Group to hire a Financial Controller for one of their hotels in Kildare.
About the Role
The Financial Controller will play a critical role in overseeing the financial operations and performance of the hotel. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, analyzing data, preparing financial reports, and providing strategic guidance to the management team.
Key Responsibilities:
* Supervision and review of the work prepared by accounts team including Accounts Payable/Receivable, Bookkeeping, Payroll, Cash and Bank Control and CSO returns.
* Manage the financial activities of the hotel, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
* Preparation of monthly management accounts including Profit and Loss Account, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow.
* Preparation of daily, weekly and monthly revenue, labour and overhead reports.
* Perform regular financial analysis, identify trends, and provide insights to enhance profitability and control costs.
* Provide timely and accurate reporting on all aspects of the past and forecasted performance of the business, including variance analysis.
* Collaborate with department heads to monitor and improve financial performance.
* Provide advice and guidance to Heads of Departments and other staff members on best practice financial control and support to all departments as a member of the senior management team.
* Develop annual budgets and financial forecasts in consultation with hotel management.
* Provide financial insights and recommendations to support strategic decision-making.
* Provide comprehensive analysis and commentary to the management team.
* Establish and maintain robust internal control systems to safeguard assets, ensure accuracy of financial transactions, and prevent fraud.
* Conduct regular audits and implement corrective actions when necessary.
* Manage and lead the finance team, providing guidance, training, and support. Foster a positive work environment that promotes collaboration, high performance, and continuous improvement.
* Ensure compliance with all accounting standards, statutory requirements, tax regulations, and company policies. Liaise with external auditors and oversee the completion of audits and tax filings.
Qualifications and Experience:
* Ambitious, confident, and professional individual with strong communication, organisational, analytical, and management skills.
* System experience of Sun, Sage, Opera, and Procure Wizard (though not essential).
* Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (a professional qualification is a plus).
* Qualified accountant with 3 years PQE.
* Accounting experience, preferably in a hospitality, food & beverage environment or within the retail sector.
* Thorough knowledge of accounting principles, procedures, financial reporting, and budgeting.
* Strong knowledge of hotel financial operations, including revenue management, cost control, and financial analysis.
* Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
* High level of integrity and ethical standards.
* Proven track record of driving financial performance and achieving targets.