Regional Regional Director of Finance Europe

At Schulte Hospitality Group UK we are building a portfolio of distinctive hotels and resorts across the UK and Europe. From iconic golf destinations to landmark city hotels our ambition is clear: to deliver exceptional guest experiences underpinned by strong commercial and financial discipline.

We are now seeking a Regional Director of Finance to lead the financial strategy and performance across our UK and European portfolio. This is a senior leadership role partnering closely with General Managers Operations and Commercial teams to drive performance ensure compliance and support continued growth.

Our REACH People Values

Our values guide how we work lead and succeed together:

• Respect We treat every colleague owner and partner with professionalism and integrity
• Excellence We strive for the highest standards in financial accuracy and performance
• Accountability We take ownership of results decisions and controls
• Cooperation We work collaboratively across hotels and central teams to achieve shared goals
• Honesty We act with transparency and uphold the highest ethical standards

The Role

As Regional Director of Finance you will provide strategic financial leadership across multiple properties ensuring robust financial controls accurate reporting and strong commercial performance.

You will lead and develop a regional finance team oversee hotel controllers and act as a key business partner to operational leaders and ownership groups.

What Youll Do

• Lead develop and manage the regional finance function including Hotel Controllers
• Oversee month-end close processes ensuring accuracy timeliness and integrity of financial reporting
• Drive annual budgeting and monthly forecasting processes across the portfolio
• Ensure compliance with UK GAAP/IFRS internal controls and audit requirements
• Lead external audit processes and manage relationships with auditors and ownership groups
• Support General Managers in managing costs driving profitability and improving financial performance
• Establish and deliver finance training programmes for operational teams
• Maintain and continuously improve finance policies procedures and controls
• Oversee finance systems including implementations and upgrades
• Manage third-party finance providers and bookkeeping relationships
• Lead financial due diligence and system integration for new hotel openings and transitions

What Were Looking For

Experience & Qualifications

• Proven experience in a regional or multi-property finance leadership role within hospitality
• Minimum 10 years experience in financial management
• Strong background as a Hotel Controller across multiple properties
• Degree in Accounting or Finance; ACA ACCA or CIMA qualified (or equivalent)
• Experience leading and developing high-performing teams

Skills & Capability

• Strong technical expertise in financial reporting controls and compliance
• Deep understanding of hotel operations and commercial drivers
• Ability to interpret and communicate complex financial data at all levels
• Highly organised detail-oriented and able to manage multiple priorities
• Confident leader with a hands-on collaborative approach
• Strong systems knowledge (finance systems PMS POS and reporting tools)
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Why Join Shulte European Group

At SEG youll be part of a business that values both performance and people. We are committed to creating an environment where individuals feel supported challenged and able to grow.

Youll work alongside passionate hospitality leaders contributing to a portfolio that combines heritage innovation and ambitious growth plans.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus
• Private medical and dental cover
• Death in service (4x salary)
• Employee benefits platform with shopping discounts
• Discounted hotel stays across the portfolio
• Ongoing development and career progression opportunities

If you are a commercially astute finance leader with a passion for hospitality and a track record of delivering results across multiple properties wed welcome a conversation.