Financial Controller
Type – Full time (40 hours per week), Monday to Friday
Reports to – General Manager
Location – based at Careys Manor Hotel, a privately owned and operated 4 star hotel and Thai spa in Brockenhurst, at the heart of Hampshire’s New Forest.
We are seeking an experienced Financial Controller to join the team at Careys Manor Hotel in Brockenhurst, Hampshire. This is a new and varied role suited to a person who is able to balance project work with the day to day demands of managing a finance function.
Heading up a team of two, you will report directly to the CFO at our parent company, whilst working alongside the senior management team within the hotel. Whilst the property is standalone at present this may change with future expansion when opportunities for growth may arise.
Having recently changed ownership, we are seeking a person who can adapt how data is managed/produced to integrate effectively with that of the owning company. You will be responsible for VAT, HMRC, cashflow forecasting and overseeing production of the P&L.
You will also have responsibility for some commercial management activities including procurement (Procurewiz) and ensuring best value utility contracts.
Our ideal candidate:
- Chartered or CIMA qualified
- Prior experience within a hospitality or similar leisure based operation is essential
- Able to demonstrate business and process improvements
- Familiarity with Opera and Sun Systems desirable
- People management skills and an approachable manner
- A steady career history
Benefits:
- Competitive salary (circa £55k)
- 33 days annual leave (incl bank holidays) further enhanced after 5 years
- Private healthcare
- Generous enhanced pension scheme
- Complementary leisure membership of our award winning SenSpa
- Discounted dining, stays and spa retail products
- Paid day off on your birthday
- Social fund for department outings
- Friends and family discount
- Employee Assistance Programme through Hospitality Action
- Free parking on site
Careys Manor Hotel & SenSpa is located in the beautiful village of Brockenhurst, nestled between the New Forest National Park and the Solent. With 75 modern bedrooms and suites, the award-winning SenSpa and 3 onsite restaurants, we pride ourselves on our friendly team and attentive service. Situated 5 minutes’ walk from Brockenhurst village and train station, we have excellent rail links to Bournemouth, Southampton and London.
