Financial Controller

Mercure Resort is located between the lush Hinterland and beautiful beaches of the Gold Coast. Featuring 292 rooms, tropical gardens, sparkling pools, and a wellness philosophy to slow down, stay well and discover local.  Set across low-rise buildings with open-air corridors, the resort offers a sense of space and connection to nature rarely found among Gold Coast resorts. 

When you join our team, you join a culture of belonging, where your personality is valued. Every action you take can have a positive and memorable impact on the experience of our guests and team, contributing to pioneering the art of responsible hospitality.

What you'll be doing: 

• Work together with the GM and leadership team to drive financial performance
• Lead the property's financial operations, ensuring accurate reporting
• Provide clear financial insights to support strategic decision making 
• Cooperate with all departments, offering support on finance matters
• Deliver financial reports for Accor and key stakeholders
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and financial planning with confidence and precision
• Oversee payroll operations, ensuring everything is accurate, compliant, and on time
• Provide financial guidance on Management Agreements, Owners Corporation matters, and HMA obligations
• Share insights with the leadership team to boost profitability and performance

What you'll bring to the role: 

• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Professional accounting qualification CA, CPA or equivalent
• Tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related discipline
• High attention to detail, commercial mindset & strategic thinker 
• Emotional intelligence and ability to stay calm under pressure
• Demonstrated success in a senior finance role within hospitality, hotels or a related industry
• Knowledgeable in accounting standards, compliance obligations, and statutory reporting
• Proficiency in accounting and payroll systems; experience with Purchase Plus, Ready-Workforce, and Sun Systems is highly regarded

What is in it for you? 
Join a beautiful resort nestled beside a golf course, near the Gold Coast hinterland, with a welcoming culture.

• Generous Discounts on accommodation and dining across Accor Hotels globally
• Family & Friends Discounts on accommodation, services and events
• Free on-site car parking
• Complimentary lunch each day, produced by our resort chefs
• Access to on-site gym facilities 
• Complimentary resort night stay or dining voucher on your annual anniversary
• Complimentary dry-cleaning of work-attire
• Represent a resort centered around wellbeing, local connection and authenticity

If you are ready to take the next step in your career, apply today.

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

We are an inclusive company and believe all candidates and employees should feel welcome being their authentic self at work. We offer reasonable adjustments to support you. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, please feel welcome to let us know.