Financial Controller (HUB Role)
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9 hours ago
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1 Vacancy
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced and commercially minded Financial Controller to lead the Finance function across Novotel Newcastle Beach and ibis Sydney Barangaroo. This pivotal HUB role is responsible for driving financial performance ensuring robust governance and compliance and partnering with the Hotel Leadership Teams to support strategic decision-making and long-term growth.
About the Role
As Financial Controller you will oversee the full financial operations of both hotels working closely with each property to optimise performance and maximise margins. You will provide clear financial direction maintain robust internal controls and translate financial data into actionable commercial insights.
You will act as a trusted business partner to the General Managers Owner Regional Finance teams and Department Heads contributing to operational efficiency profitability and strategic planning.
This role requires strong leadership exceptional financial acumen and the ability to influence stakeholders across multiple properties.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the Hotel Finance Department across both properties providing direction and mentorship
- Prepare and deliver budgets forecasts and financial reports on a weekly monthly quarterly and annual basis ensuring accuracy and timely submission
- Oversee all financial operations including AP AR Payroll Cashiering and cash flow management
- Ensure compliance with Accor policies USALI standards and all local legislative and statutory requirements
- Manage statutory reporting including BAS Payroll Tax FBT WorkCover and annual audits
- Maintain and strengthen internal controls to safeguard hotel assets and maximise departmental profitability
- Provide strategic financial analysis to support operational and commercial decision-making
- Identify benchmarking opportunities and drive efficiencies uncovering new revenue or margin growth initiatives
- Partner with Department Heads to improve financial performance and cost management
Qualifications :
About You
To be successful in this role you will bring proven experience strong commercial capability and a collaborative leadership style.
- Previous experience in a Financial Controller or senior finance role within the hotel industry with demonstrated leadership capability to develop and mentor a finance team
- Strong knowledge of financial accounting standards taxation superannuation National Employment Standards and statutory compliance requirements
- Proficiency in hospitality systems including Sun Systems Payroll systems PurchasePlus and Opera Cloud PMS (advantageous)
- Proven ability to create efficiencies across financial processes procedures and internal controls
- Strong organisational skills excellent time management and high attention to detail
- Experience managing high-volume workloads and meeting strict deadlines
- Strategic thinker with strong commercial acumen capable of translating financial data into actionable insights
- Exceptional communication leadership and stakeholder management skills
- Strong business partnering capability with the ability to effectively support and influence teams across two hotels
- Professional accounting qualifications or certifications such as CPA or ICA are preferred
- Full working rights in Australia
Additional Information :
What We Offer
- Complimentary on-site car parking while on duty.
- Heartists employee benefits card offering discounted accommodation and food & beverage across Accor properties worldwide
- Access to Accor learning and training programs via industry-leading platforms
- Career development opportunities within a global hospitality network
- Complimentary access to our confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
We are an inclusive company dedicated to attracting recruiting and promoting diverse talent.
Why Work for Accor
Accor is more than a global leader in hospitality. We welcome you as you are and provide opportunities to find a brand and role that match your personality. We support your growth and learning every day ensuring your work brings purpose to your life. At Accor every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrows hospitality.
Discover the life that awaits you at Accor:
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Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
- Accounting Software
- GAAP
- QuickBooks
- General Ledger Accounting
- Accounting
- IFRS
- Sage
- Regulatory Reporting
- Workers' Compensation Law
- Budgeting
- ERP Systems
- Financial Management
About Company
As a pioneer in the art of responsible hospitality, the Accor Group gathers more than 45 brands, 5,600 hotels, 10,000 restaurants, and lifestyle destinations in 110 countries. While each brand has its own personality, where you will be able to truly find yourself, they all share a com ... View more
