Finance Director at Harper May

Harper May is exclusively partnering with one of the UK’s foremost hotel groups. Our client is a fast-expanding company that owns and operates hotels throughout the UK, featuring a portfolio of various well-known brands and numerous hotels nationwide. Currently, our client is in search of a Finance Director to lead their team based in Central London.

The ideal candidate should be fully qualified, with a preference for individuals with prior experience in the hotel sector.

Key Responsibilities:
Oversee the financial operations reporting to group CFO

Manage the finance team to meet month end reporting requirements

Obtain and maintain a thorough understanding of the financial reporting and general ledger structure.

Assist in accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year end close.

Ensure the timely reporting of all monthly financial information.

Supports budget and forecasting activities.

Monitors and analyses department work to develop more efficient procedures and use of resources while maintaining a high level of accuracy.

Advise staff regarding the handling of non-routine reporting transactions as needed.

Development and implementation of new procedures and features to enhance the workflow of the department.

Provide training to new and existing staff as needed.

Support Director with special projects and workflow process improvements as required.

Manage the accounting team.

Qualifications/Skills

ACA / ACCA / CIMA Qualified or equivalent

Proven experience in finance management.

Hotel sector experience preferred

Good communication skills.

Strong leadership qualities.

Excellent interpersonal skills.

Sound knowledge of accounting fundamentals.

Auditing experience.

Compliance oriented.

Proficiency in accounting software.

Analytical skills.