Company Description
Join the world of Sofitel Grand Sopot
Located in the heart of Sopot, overlooking the Baltic Sea, Sofitel Grand Sopot is an iconic luxury hotel with a rich heritage, timeless elegance, and a longstanding tradition of exceptional hospitality. Combining French art de vivre with the unique character of this historic destination, we are committed to creating memorable guest experiences while fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous development.
We are looking for an experienced and business-oriented Senior Finance Controller to join our leadership team and play a key role in driving the hotel's financial performance, operational excellence, and long-term success.
In this role, you will act as a strategic business partner to the General Manager and hotel leadership team, combining financial expertise with commercial awareness, sound business judgment, and a proactive approach to identifying opportunities for sustainable growth.
Job Description
Your Responsibilities
- Preparing annual budgets, financial forecasts, and long-term financial plans in cooperation with department heads and senior management.
- Monitoring financial performance, analyzing budget variances, identifying risks, and recommending corrective actions.
- Overseeing financial operations, including accounts payable and receivable, invoicing, payment processes, bank reconciliations, and cash flow management.
- Managing month-end closing processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting in accordance with company deadlines.
- Preparing management reports, financial statements, profitability analyses, and business performance insights.
- Ensuring compliance with Accor financial policies, internal control procedures, applicable regulations, and USALI reporting standards.
- Monitoring operating expenses, payroll costs, inventory valuations, and cost efficiency across hotel departments.
- Collaborating with Revenue Management and commercial teams to optimize revenue, profitability, and overall business performance.
- Supporting the General Manager, ownership, and leadership team in strategic planning, investment decisions, and financial risk management.
- Coordinating internal and external audits and maintaining effective financial control systems.
- Cooperating with external accounting partners, auditors, and financial institutions.
- Leading, coaching, and developing the Finance team while promoting accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Supporting operational teams in balancing financial efficiency with the exceptional guest experience expected at Sofitel.
Qualifications
Our Requirements
- Proven professional experience in financial controlling, finance management, or a similar position, preferably within the hospitality industry.
- Strong knowledge of financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and cost control.
- Experience in managing financial operations, internal controls, and month-end closing processes.
- Good understanding of accounting principles, financial regulations, and compliance requirements.
- Knowledge of USALI (Uniform System of Accounts for the Lodging Industry).
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to translate financial data into actionable business recommendations.
- Strategic mindset, commercial awareness, and excellent business judgment.
- Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and make sound decisions in a dynamic business environment.
- Very good command of English, both written and spoken.
- Proficiency in financial systems, reporting tools, and Microsoft Excel.
Additional Information
What We Offer
- A welcoming and supportive working environment within a professional and engaged team.
- Stable employment with opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Performance-based bonuses and co-financing of selected employee benefits.
- Employee meals.
- Group insurance.
- Private medical care provided by Medicover and a Multisport sports card.
- Employee meetings and integration events.
- Opportunities for professional training and career development.
- Employee discounts at Accor hotels worldwide.
- An employee referral program with financial rewards for successful recommendations.
How to Apply
If you are ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to the continued success of one of Poland's most iconic luxury hotels, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Please submit your application by 27 November 2026 using the Apply button on this page.
We look forward to discovering your experience, expertise, and passion for excellence.
