Financial Controller – Crowne Plaza Docklands Part Time

RBH Management

At RBH we are looking for exceptional people to provide outstanding service to our guests and who put our people at the heart of everything we do.

The Exciting Opportunity

We have commenced our search for an experienced Financial Controller to support the lead the Finance team at the Crowne Plaza London Docklands. Reporting into the General Manager, you will lead your own team, work collaboratively with the senior management team and HOD to deliver excellent and accurate financial returns for the hotel and liaise regularly with the hotel management company and hotel owners.

You will be responsible for the finance function including the following:

• Assists and provide financial guidance in the formulation and implementation of Hotel Business Plan, Budget and Key Performance Objectives
• Work with the heads of department to perform ad hoc cost benefit analysis on various projects
• Produce and review reconciled monthly P&L and balance sheet for the hotel ensuring discrepancies are reported to the Divisional Financial Controller
• Prepares monthly position of actual results against budget, analyse results and recommend measures required to meet budget
• Implement and review financial controls and policies
• Analyse financial and management reports
• Assist in the maintenance of the fixed asset register on an annual basis
• Ensure all appropriate brand Standard Operating Procedures are adhered to
• Prepare and manage departmental budgets
• Prepare weekly and monthly forecasts
• Controls all aspects of sales and purchase ledger

To be considered for this role you will need:

• Experience of working alongside the GM and senior hotel team to deliver excellent financial returns
• A practical approach to your work to ensure the ops team is able to understand and translate the figures – this is not a role that will work in a silo or away/separate from the hotel team
• Fully qualified ACCA, CIMA or equivalent is preferable
• Experience in similar senior finance roles with team management responsibilities, preferably in the hospitality sector

N.B. we are expecting high volumes of applications for this role and additional screening questions have been included in the initial application process. We will not be accepting applications made by direct email, messages on LinkedIn or unsolicited CV’s via recruiters/agency.

Where Will You Be Working?

Crowne Plaza London Docklands offers 210 bedrooms and 4-star accommodation in one of London’s fastest growing districts and the heart of the 2012 iconic sporting victories. We are just minutes from key event locations such as the ExCeL Exhibition Centre, The O2 Arena and Stratford City. The hotel accommodation offers a perfect place to stay in London, making us the number one choice for a London City Airport hotel connection.

With good transport links, the hotel can be easily accessed by public transport. Royal Victoria train station is about 2 minutes’ walk to the hotel. Our employees have been playing a tremendous part in the hotel and our team success, from our employee engagement being above 92%.

The Docklands Suite is the largest of the meeting rooms and also has the facility to be partitioned into East and West Docklands, giving you flexibility and the option to use one room for two purposes. The room also has a civil ceremony license and, with the stunning backdrop over the Royal Victoria Dock, we were awarded in 2018 with a Gold accreditation for overall satisfaction by BDRC, ranking us in the top 4 within our portfolio.

What’s In It For You?

People love to work with RBH because

• We focus on health, wellbeing and our communities
• Our people are truly engaged at work
• There’s open, clear communication from the top
• We’ve got great career development opportunities
• There’s a culture of transformation and innovation

We will give you a competitive salary and opportunities to learn new skills and grow your career. You will receive a benefits package that includes;

• Everyday discounts from high street retailers
• Opportunities to be involved in charity and community events
• Career opportunities, training and help with course fees
• Discounted hotel room rates for you AND your friends and family that will make you really popular!
• Incentive programmes
• Flexible working arrangements because we know your life comes first
• Free meals on duty
• Healthcare plans and Insurance plans (just in case)
• Pension

The Bigger Picture

With a real focus on performance, people, quality, profit and communities at RBH we transform hotels.

RHB is an independent hotel management company, working in partnership with six of the most prestigious hotel brands including IHG, Hilton, Starwood, Accor, Marriott and Wyndham. At RBH we stand out from our peers, transforming hotels to perform exceptionally.

So if you have the ambition to continuously improve, deliver results with excellence, show that you care and act with integrity then come and join us, this is just the job for you!