Financial Controller

Proudly supporting hotels located across New Zealand, we are looking for our next Financial Controller! This role will be responsible for financial management across a cluster of our diverse brands and locations within the CP Hotels Portfolio.

We offer a welcoming, team-focused environment where everyone works together to create exceptional guest experiences.

With us, your personality is valued, your opportunities for growth know no boundaries.
Every action you take has a positive and memorable impact on the experience of our customers, your colleagues, and also, on the planet, contributing to pioneering the art of responsible hospitality.

Become a Heartist®, and let your heart guide you into a world where life pulses with passion.

This position is responsible for the efficient and effective day-to-day financial operation of the designated properties within the CP Hotels Portfolio to maximise the Portfolio profit.

The primary function is to ensure all company and regulatory deadlines are met for the Portfolio, as well as set up the internal audit framework, policies & procedures and systems for the CP Hotels Hub, and ensure ongoing compliance.

The role also ensures open communication with Portfolio General Manager and Hotel GMs, Portfolio Director of Finance and Owners of the CP Hotels Portfolio.

• Ensuring all company and regulatory deadlines are met
• Ability to translate raw financial data into meaningful strategic information
• Staying up-to-date with ever changing legislation and compliance requirements
• Managing relationships with external stakeholders (audits, banks, insurance)
• The timely compilation of annual budgets and monthly forecasting, ensuring that all Department Heads/Managers have complete and equal input.
• Ability to effectively time manage large volume workload to meet deadlines.
• Mentor and develop a team including Accounts Receivable. Accounts Payable and Assist/Accountant roles.

Skills & Knowledge

• Tertiary qualification in Accounting and/or Finance, Commerce.
• CA or CPA qualified, or a reasonable equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar role within the Hospitality industry.
• Previous exposure in a multi hotel finance environment preferred.
• Thorough knowledge and experience of financial accounting principles and procedures including statutory responsibilities.
• Expert in Opera, POS, and other accounting related systems.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel or spreadsheet based system, Microsoft PowerPoint.

Competencies

• The proven ability to review finances in detail and then extrapolate key information that is communicated to various stakeholders, including our owners.
• Sound analytical skills to make recommendations regarding effective strategic decisions.
• Presentation skills necessary for various level audiences (peers, managers, departments, owners).
• Be conversant with financial statements, identifying strengths and weaknesses.
• Strong ability to analyse, interpret, and communicate complex data.
• Strong relationship building skills to gain support and buy-in from the business on strategy.
• Leadership skills to develop and grow the Finance team.
• An ability to understand and navigate complex stakeholder environments.
• Strong focus and passion for hotel operations.

Additional Information

Why work for Accor?

• Employee benefits offering discounted rates at Accor hotels worldwide.
• Develop your talent through Accor’s learning programs.
• Opportunity to grow within your property and across the world!
• Ability to contribute to the community and make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) activities.