Our client is a group of hotels. They are currently seeking a skilled Financial Planning and Analysis Accountant to manage and enhance the financial operations across the hotels and wider group. This is a key role offering the opportunity to drive and improve financial performance and ensure compliance with industry standards. This is a hybrid role. Responsibilities: Consolidate monthly financial results for all hotels Challenge information given in the monthly forecast submitted by the hotel and ensure hotels take the necessary action to implement recommendations from this review. Consolidate monthly financial forecasts for all hotels Review and present monthly management accounts, including detailed commentary on variances and performance Coordinate completion of Hotels monthly board pack Review the annual hotels budget and make recommendations for improving returns and reducing costs Review and match capex spend with project Review capex tracker and updates on monthly basis from hotels Finalise forecast with GMs and Cluster team Lead P&L review meetings and attend Business Review meetings Attend weekly business strategy meetings including revenue meetings Driving improvements to accuracy and consistency of financial reporting across the group and improving the internal control environment Support the creation of business cases for new projects, expansions, and investments Identify opportunities to enhance profitability and implement cost efficiencies across the Group Develop and provide financial insights, recommendations, and analysis to support the company's strategic direction and decision-making. Responsible for streamlining the month end close process to ensure the full close is completed consistently by working day 5 each month Use segment analysis to provide insight and projections, as well as harnessing analytics software e.g. PMS such as Infor Requirements: Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) with at least five years of post-qualification experience, preferably in the hospitality or retail sector. Good understanding of hospitality commercial analysis and statistics Proven experience in a senior finance role, managing multi-site entities. Demonstrable experience of building complex reports in Excel. Experience of working with large data sets. Experience of developing and completing project analysis Experience presenting analysis and driving actions from insights Proficiency in financial systems (e.g., Netsuite Fairmas, Power BI) and advanced Excel skills. Attention to detail, taking ownership for accuracy of output Ability to work to tight deadlines and prioritise work effectively Strong communication and presentation skills (verbal, listening, writing) Proven experience in a senior finance role, managing multi-site entities. Excellent understanding of financial modelling, budgeting, and forecasting. Experience of creating, recording, maintaining controls and governance eg P2P (procure to pay), R2R (record to report) and O2C (order to cash)