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Finance Controller

West Midlands Permanent £45,000 - £50,000 per year View Job Description
We're looking for a commercially savvy Finance Controller who thrives on ownership and being at the heart of the operation. You'll manage the full finance function for a well-established hotel, support senior leaders with key decisions, and drive financial performance across the business.
  • Finance leadership role with full control over hotel finances
  • Strategic, commercial, and hands-on - no two days the same

About Our Client

A leading hospitality group with two iconic UK hotels, this business blends tradition with modern service standards. The West Midlands-based property is more than just a hotel - it's a central part of the community, and every team member contributes to a welcoming atmosphere and high guest satisfaction.

Job Description

  • Act as the hotel's financial conscience, advising and challenging senior stakeholders
  • Manage the finance function, ensuring timely and accurate reporting
  • Lead budgeting, forecasting, and month-end processes
  • Analyse performance trends and guide commercial decisions
  • Oversee credit control and cashflow management
  • Liaise with operations to support departments in meeting targets
  • Support and lead internal/external audits
  • Supervise and develop finance team members
  • Ensure robust internal controls and risk reduction
  • Drive system improvements and support IT solution integration

The Successful Applicant

  • A professional accounting qualification (ACCA/CIMA/ACA) or qualified by experience
  • Experience in a similar standalone finance role within hospitality, leisure or similar
  • A commercial mindset and strong business partnering skills
  • Ability to translate financials to non-finance stakeholders
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor and develop a small team
  • Excellent knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, and month-end processes
  • High attention to detail and a proactive attitude to continuous improvement
  • Confidence to work closely with owners and General Managers

What's on Offer

  • Salary circa £50,000 (DOE)
  • Full control of hotel finance function with strategic input
  • Varied and commercial remit in a respected hospitality group
  • On-site benefits and team perks
  • A role with visibility, autonomy, and room to grow

If you are ready to make an impact as a Finance Controller in the leisure, travel, and tourism industry, apply today to join this exciting opportunity in the West Midlands!

Contact
Seaton Blake
Quote job ref
JN-072025-6788468
Phone number
+441212309378

Job summary

Job function
Accounting
Subsector
Financial Controller
Sector
Financial Services
Location
West Midlands
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Seaton Blake
Consultant phone
+441212309378
Job reference
JN-072025-6788468