Reporting to the Regional Director of Finance, you will take ownership of financial oversight across a portfolio of hotels, ensuring robust controls, accurate reporting, and strong commercial insight.,

Overseeing finance operations across 3-6 hotels, with direct line management of on-property Financial Controllers
Producing and reviewing key reporting including weekly rolling forecasts, monthly forecasts, P&L packs, and budgets
Analysing performance, identifying variances against budget, and partnering with operational leaders to drive improvements
Reviewing monthly balance sheet reconciliations and ensuring compliance with internal controls
Managing cash flow forecasting and working capital across the portfolio
Preparing and reviewing VAT returns and ensuring compliance with UK regulations
Leading external audits and coordinating internal audit processes
Managing accounts receivable, including ageing analysis and bad debt provisioning
Supporting new hotel transitions, including due diligence and system implementation
Developing and coaching regional and on-property finance teams
Partnering with senior stakeholders to support commercial decision-making and business performance

Minimum 7+ years' experience in finance or accounting, ideally within hospitality or multi-site environments
Proven experience leading and developing teams
Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related discipline
Strong technical accounting knowledge with a solid understanding of financial controls and reporting
Advanced Excel skills, with confidence in data analysis and financial modelling
Experience working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
Strong organisational skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
Confident communicator, able to influence stakeholders at all levels
Experience with Business Central (preferred)
Familiarity with hotel systems such as Opera or Infor HMS (advantageous)

At Schulte European Group (SEG), we are building a distinctive hospitality portfolio across the UK and Europe-combining iconic locations, strong brands, and operational excellence.

Pension from Day 1 with matched employer contributions (up to 5%)
Access to private medical, dental, and healthcare cash plans
Retail and lifestyle discounts
Discounted hotel stays across our portfolio for you and your family

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