Position: Financial Controller
Location: Berlin or Leipzig
Salary: €75,000

About the Role:

A leading hospitality brand is seeking a Hotel Financial Controller for their property in Berlin or Leipzig.

This role is pivotal in ensuring the smooth day-to-day financial operations of the hotel, overseeing the accurate and timely production of financial statements, and providing crucial support to the operational managers.

Perks and Benefits:

• Competitive Salary: Reflective of experience and qualifications
• Professional Development: Opportunities for growth within a dynamic international brand
• Collaborative Environment: Work closely with a supportive finance team and operational managers
• Temporary Role: Ideal for professionals seeking short-term engagements with a reputable hospitality group

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Management:

• Oversee daily financial operations, ensuring all bookkeeping entries are accurate and up-to-date.
• Prepare and submit monthly P&Ls and Balance Sheets in line with strict deadlines.
• Manage cash flow reporting and ensure timely VAT and City tax settlements.

• Reporting & Analysis:


• Prepare monthly financial statements, including forecasts and variance commentary.
• Conduct monthly balance sheet reconciliations and compile audit packs.
• Analyze and interpret financial results, KPIs, and departmental cost controls to support decision-making.


• Team Leadership:


• Supervise and support the finance assistant, ensuring they have the tools needed to succeed.
• Coordinate accounts payable and receivable functions, maintaining compliance with internal policies.


• Stakeholder Communication:


• Act as the main contact for the bank and lead internal and external property audits.
• Communicate financial information effectively to stakeholders, particularly those without a financial background.

Who You Are:

• Experience & Skills:


• Part-qualified accountant with at least 2 years of financial management experience.
• Background in the hospitality or service-based industry is advantageous.
• Proficient in the German language—both written and spoken.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to convey financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented with a strong ability to identify errors and propose solutions.
• Proficient in financial systems, with a mindset for continuous improvement.
• Flexible, positive, and collaborative, with a disciplined approach to work.

How to Apply:

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