Finance Director, Hotels, London (office-based).

£120,000 + bonus             

The role:

We are working with a UK-based investment firm specialising in Hotel Real Estate across Europe.

They encompass acquisitions, asset management, and operations.

As Finance Director, you will oversee the financial management of large-scale hotel and real estate investment projects, ensuring strong financial controls, strategic planning, and commercial decision-making.

This role requires a dynamic financial leader with deep expertise in real estate finance, strong analytical capabilities, and the ability to drive financial performance while managing risk.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the financial strategy, planning, and forecasting for hotel development projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives and investor expectations.
• Oversee project budgets, ensuring cost control, financial viability, and return on investment through rigorous financial oversight.
• Manage financial reporting, cash flow forecasting, and compliance with regulatory and tax requirements.
• Work closely with investors, banks, and internal stakeholders to secure funding, optimise capital structures, and manage financial covenants.
• Identify financial risks, develop mitigation strategies, and ensure robust financial governance across all projects.
• Present financial updates to senior executives, investors, and board members, providing data-driven insights to support decision-making.
• Collaborate with project teams to optimize financial performance, streamline processes, and enhance cost efficiencies.

Key Requirements

• Extensive experience in financial leadership roles within real estate, hospitality, or large-scale investment projects.
• Strong financial acumen, including budget management, cost control, and financial forecasting.
• Deep understanding of real estate finance, project funding, and investment analysis.
• Proven ability to manage financial risk, drive cost efficiencies, and implement financial controls.
• Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Proficiency in financial modeling, reporting tools, and project management methodologies.
• Degree in finance, accounting, or a related field; professional qualifications (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA) are highly desirable.