Financial Controller
Financial Controller
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We are Veriu Group (pronounced Very You)!
Our brands come from humble beginnings and a passion for connecting travellers to the local authenticity of a aim to bring people together in new ways to create lifelong travel memories that cant be found in a guidebook and to help people discover the true experience of a place.
Through our brandsPunthill Apartment Hotels and Veriu Hotels & Suites we operate 25 hotels across Australia and have over35 years of brand ambitious plan to operate 80 hotels by 2030 becomes closer this year with numerous new hotel openings across the country and this meanswere well on our way to achieving our mission of becoming the largest Australian-owned apartment hotel operator.
Our people are incredible because theyre empowered to be themselves. Were not about hierarchy or rigid structure. Instead we create an environment where people can make decisions feel supported and access unlimited opportunities for growth. Our values ofRelationship-Focused Integrity Personal Growth & Ownership Mindset guide our actions and decisions and are what our diverse culture is all about.
Now is the perfect time for like-minded people to join our expansion youre looking for a meaningful role that can make a serious impact within a culture that allows you to be truly you youve found us and we cant wait to hear from you!
To learn more about us visit our website! orhttps:// Summary
As our Financial Controller youll step into a national role at the heart of our growth journey. Working alongside our Group Director of Finance youll help lead the way as we scale our hotel network across Australia.
Youll take charge of the financial performance of part of our hotel portfolio supporting Hotel Managers with advice education and mentoring to drive great outcomes. Youll also contribute to higher-level accounting and projects mentoring junior finance team members and shaping the way we work as we evolve into a large business.
From scaling systems and processes to introducing new tools and helping our team grow this role offers the chance to make a real impact. Were looking for someone who brings expertise curiosity and a passion for collaboration.
Accountabilities
- Prepare and deliver accurate financial statements including P&L Balance Sheet cash flow forecasts and financial analysis to support business performance and decision-making.
- Contribute to financial strategy and planning lead annual budgeting and monthly reporting processes and provide recommendations to enhance revenue and profitability.
- Ensure compliance with financial regulations tax obligations internal controls and audit requirements while managing risk minimisation strategies and insurance renewals.
- Oversee core finance functions including accounts payable/receivable payroll bank reconciliations and journal entries ensuring accuracy and timely execution.
- Drive development of best-practice financial procedures improve systems for scalability and implement efficient policies to safeguard assets and streamline operations.
- Partner with hotel managers the corporate team and external advisors to support financial performance provide training and align on budget expectations.
- Support financial projects and technology upgrades to ensure the finance function scales with business growth while mentoring and developing the finance team.
Benefits
Youll be someone looking for a long-term career with a growing Australian-owned hotel group. Access:
- National career growth opportunities
- Career development opportunities in Corporate or Hotel Management
- Comprehensive onboarding & ongoing support
- The chance to mentor rising talent
- Genuine flexibility and job security
- High performing culture that values relationships & individuality where our leadership know you by name
- Generous referral bonuses when you refer your friends to work with us (up to $1000)
- Discounts on accommodation across our network
- Discounts on private health insurance
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program
Skills And Experiences
About You
We work in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same so were looking for someone who is adaptable thrives on variety and brings an ownership mindset. Your strong experience in a similar multi-site finance role will be key to your success enabling you to work strategically at a Group level while also nurturing strong relationships with our hotel teams and stakeholders.
Youll be intrinsically motivated to drive results passionate about supporting operational leaders and excited by opportunities to contribute to process improvement and growth. Above all youll bring a collaborative solutions-focused approach and communicate with clarity warmth and confidence.
The successful person must have:
- Approved Australian working rights (Australian Citizenship Permanent Residency or a Visa with approved working rights)
- CPA or CA qualification (ideally)
- Experience in a Financial Controller role or strong experience in a Senior Management Accountant position
- Ability to thinkstrategically
- Excellent relationship management skills
- Strong understanding of hotel sales and negotiations
- Excellent collaborationassertivenessand communication (written and verbal at all levels)
- Effective organisation detail orientation and time management
- Ability to influencedecision makers and provide creative solutions
- High EQ
Employment Type
Full-Time
