The Conservatorium Hotel is looking for a Financial Controller with a strong background in financial management and a track record of driving business success. In this key role, you will leverage your extensive experience and expertise to improve and optimise our methods and processes.
What will be your role?
As our Financial Controller, you will lead the Finance department, encompassing accounting, cost control, income audit, purchasing, IT, budgeting, and forecasting. You will oversee all aspects of financial and statutory reporting, ensuring the business is compliant with all relevant regulations. Your team includes a dedicated Assistant Financial Controller & Payroll Administrator, Purchasing Manager, and IT Manager, all of whom will support you in this varied role.
You will contribute to specific analyses, oversee management control, and manage internal or external audits commissioned by the Set Collection. As Financial Controller you work closely with the Regional Director of Finance and report directly to the General Manager.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and develop the finance and purchasing teams;
- Integrate with the hotel team, educating managers on budgeting and P&L management;
- Drive the transition to sharing and analysing financial information across departments;
- Collaborate closely with department heads to analyse business and departmental results, ensuring targets are set and achieved;
- Conduct local due diligence, ensuring that approvals are obtained for significant decisions.
What do we offer you?
- A competitive salary and multiple additional benefits, such as supplemented staff meals, uniform/laundry service, ticket raffles and a 50% contribution to your pension fund;
- Complimentary stays and discounts at hotels of The Set Collection;
- F&B Discount Card - discounts at restaurants at high-end hotels in Amsterdam;
- Discounted collective health insurance and weekly personal training sessions;
- An inspiring work environment where we focus on work-life balance and continuous development through coaching and training. During your time with us we will support you in every new step of your career!
What will your 5 star luxury working environment look like?
The Conservatorium hotel is a 5 star luxury hotel in Amsterdam and has been selected as one of the best 25 luxury hotels of Europe over the past five years. We are one of the four founding members of The Set Collection, a privately owned company. A carefully curated luxury hotel collection, comprising of some of the world's most exceptional, likeminded, independent hotels and resorts worldwide.
Who are we looking for?
Our new Financial Controller embraces efficiency and accuracy, with a deep understanding of profit & loss, budgeting, cost control, forecasting, and data analysis. In addition to these technical skills, you are well-versed in local laws and taxation. As an experienced team leader, you are committed to helping, supporting, and inspiring your team. While knowledge of the hospitality industry is preferred, it is not a strict requirement. Furthermore, you have/are:
- At least 5 years' experience in a financial controller or equivalent role, including leadership experience;
- An academic background in Accounting, Finance or Hotel Management (Bachelor degree);
- Proficiency in both Dutch and English;
- Proficiency with Outlook Office and advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel;
- Experience with accounting and data software (SAP, Opera and Power BI).
Are we your next destination?
Apply through this website and let us know why you are interested! We look forward to seeing your application. For any questions, reach out to us via +31 (0)20-570 0042 or (klik op de solliciteer button) style="color: black;">.
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