Financial Controller

PermanentNEW

Financial Controller – London | Up to £70,000 + bonus, career growth & hotel group expansion

We’re recruiting for a Financial Controller to join a growing hospitality group in London. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a senior role within an expanding business, where you’ll play a key part in driving financial performance, supporting new openings, and shaping the future of the finance function.

Why apply for this Financial Controller role?

You’ll be joining a forward-thinking business that offers real progression and impact:

• Up to £70,000 per annum, depending on experience
• Yearly bonus based on performance
• Employee discounts on room rates
• Access to training, mentoring, and company academy programmes
• Breakfast provided for all employees
• Opportunity to support new hotel openings and group expansion
• A collaborative and growth-focused working environment

Key Responsibilities:

This Financial Controller position will see you leading the Accounts and Finance function across multiple sites:

• Oversee month-end, half-year, and year-end closing processes
• Produce accurate management accounts including P&L and balance sheets
• Prepare forecasts across P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow
• Analyse financial performance against budgets and drive improvements
• Manage cash flow forecasting and working capital
• Oversee supplier payments and weekly cash flow projections
• Lead AR and AP functions, managing a small team
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and tax regulations
• Manage audits and liaise with external auditors
• Review VAT submissions and maintain compliance
• Improve internal controls and support system implementations
• Drive efficiencies as the business scales

What we’re looking for:

To succeed as a Financial Controller, you’ll bring strong Accounts and Finance experience within hospitality:

• Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Previous experience in a Financial Controllerwithin a hospitality sector or similar
• Strong understanding of hotel finance and multi-site operations
• Experience managing multi-entity structures
• Excellent financial reporting and analytical skills
• Background in system implementation or finance transformation
• Confident communicator with both finance and non-finance teams
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• A proactive and commercially minded approach

If you’re looking for your next step as a Financial Controller in London, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing group and make a real impact. Apply now to take the next step in your Accounts and Finance career.

Job Number │ 935534 / INDFOH
Location │ London
Role │ Financial Controller

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