Cluster Hotel Financial Controller

Hybrid Role - Hertfordshire & Hotel Properties Salary: up to £65,000, dependent on experience Contract: Permanent, Full-Time

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Cluster Hotel Financial Controller to oversee the finance operations of a couple of UK hotel properties . This is a hands-on, self-accounting role requiring regular travel between a central office location South Hertfordshire , and the Hotel sites. You will provide strong financial leadership, ensure consistent financial control across both properties, and manage on-site finance teams while working closely with hotel General Managers and senior stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities of the Cluster Hotel Financial Controller

Full responsibility for self-accounting across the properties

Preparation and delivery of monthly management accounts for each site and consolidated reporting

Ownership of month-end and year-end close processes

Cash flow forecasting, monitoring and management across both hotels

Budget preparation, re-forecasting and financial planning

Balance sheet reconciliations and control

Oversight of payroll processes and on-site finance teams

VAT returns and statutory compliance

Liaison with external auditors, accountants, banks and advisors

Provide commercial insight and financial support to General Managers and operational teams

Ensure consistent financial policies, procedures and controls across both properties

Develop, lead and mentor on-site finance teams

Regular on-site presence at both hotels to support operations and drive best practice

Essential Experience & Skills

Proven hotel finance experience in a Cluster Financial Controller role

Demonstrable self-accounting experience within a hotel environment

Strong technical knowledge of month-end, year-end and statutory reporting

Excellent cash flow management and forecasting skills

Strong commercial acumen with the ability to challenge and influence operational leaders

Experience managing and developing on-site finance teams

Willingness and ability to travel regularly between office and hotel locations

High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple deadlines

Desirable

Fully or part-qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent)

Experience working in owner-managed, private or group hotel environments

Familiarity with hotel finance systems and PMS platforms

Why Apply?

This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of a cluster hotel finance function , working closely with senior operational teams while maintaining a strong hands-on presence. Ideal for a commercially focused hotel finance professional who enjoys autonomy, visibility and influence.

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