About the Role
Are you an adventurous soul? A champion of good design and beautiful experiences? Are you in search of opportunity, growth, and a better world? Then maybe you belong with us.
We’re searching for a Head of Finance - London & Hub to join our team of free thinkers and collaborators.
The Head of Finance – London & Hub is a key leader within the management team, responsible for providing strategic financial insight, coaching, and guidance to the regional management team. This role involves driving financial performance, ensuring robust financial controls, and delivering insightful financial analysis to support business decision-making across multiple properties and brands within the region. They will be versed in both operations and commercial best practices within a hospitality setting and adept at providing clear direction and pathways in solving complex issues.
A role less ordinary.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Strategy, Planning and Analytics:
* Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting processes for the region, aligning financial plans with the company’s strategic objectives.
* Partner with regional leadership to develop and implement financial strategies that align with overall company goals and drive profitability.
* Develop and maintain sophisticated financial models tailored to the hotel industry to support business planning and decision-making.
* Conduct variance analysis on financial performance, identifying key trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
* Prepare and present detailed financial reports and insights to senior management and key stakeholders.
* Management of edyn’s risks and aligning appropriate courses of action.
Business Partnering:
* Act as a strategic advisor to hotel operations and other business units, providing financial insights and recommendations to optimize performance.
* Collaborate with hotel general managers and regional directors to support financial planning and drive profitability.
* Develop and track financial KPIs specific to hotel operations, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
* Support the development and evaluation of business cases for new projects, investments, and initiatives.
Strategic Initiatives and Planning:
* Act as a trusted advisor to senior regional management, offering insights and strategic recommendations.
* Lead or participate in special projects aimed at enhancing financial performance or operational efficiency.
* Facilitate budget planning and resource allocation aligned with business goals and objectives.
* Contribute to the development and execution of long-term financial strategies.
Leadership & Team Development:
* Lead and mentor finance professionals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and high performance.
* Provide training and development opportunities to enhance the financial acumen and skills of the team.
* Ensure robust financial controls and processes are in place across the region to mitigate risks.
Who You Are:
* Chartered Accountant or Management Accountant (or equivalent), with first-time passes.
* 7+ years of post-qualified experience in finance, including significant experience in financial analytics and business partnering.
* Proven leadership experience with a track record of managing and developing finance teams.
* Proficiency in financial modelling, ERP systems, and advanced Excel; experience with BI tools is a plus.
* Extensive experience (5 years +) in Hospitality is mandatory.
Why Grow with Edyn?
* 25 days’ holiday (plus the option to buy more)
* Wellbeing benefits (cash plan and an Employee Assistance Programme)
* Free nights in our properties
* Pension (the tax-efficient way)
* Sick pay
* Other benefits tailored to you
We believe in working flexibly – this includes flexibility in work location, working days, and working hours. Ask your recruiting manager or see our careers page for more information.
About Edyn
Our vision is to create sanctuaries across European cities, providing a sense of belonging to the free-thinking urbanite. Each of our brands – Locke, Cove, and SACO – is firmly rooted in the local neighbourhood, offering vibrant experiences and connections.
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