Financial Controller

About the Company

Join Accor, a leader in responsible hospitality spanning 45 brands, 5,600 hotels, and 10,000 restaurants globally across 110 countries. Known for innovation and challenging norms, Accor offers a culture where you can grow, explore career paths in hospitality worldwide, and receive valuable benefits and recognition for your commitment. Hospitality at Accor is truly a work of heart, and employees are known as Heartists® who create meaningful experiences for customers and colleagues alike.

Role Overview & Responsibilities

• Establish and nurture key partnerships with the General Manager, Executive Committee, and department heads to provide strategic financial guidance and support.
• Work closely with operational leaders to review financial results, spot variances, and suggest data-driven approaches to improve business effectiveness.
• Take part in vital decisions concerning revenue growth, expense control, and capital expenditures.
• Assist department heads in crafting and executing corrective measures following audit outcomes.
• Participate actively in revenue management discussions to pinpoint opportunities and risks across various income streams.
• Build strong connections with stakeholders through strategic involvement and proactive responses to initiatives.
• Prepare and interpret detailed financial reports, making complex data understandable for all organizational levels.
• Lead the creation and application of annual budgets, capital expenditure budgets, and rolling forecasts collaboratively with the General Manager and department heads.
• Implement and uphold precise financial reporting protocols, ensuring timely monthly internal benchmarking and operational performance analyses.
• Ensure segregation of duties, regularly assess internal controls, and maintain documentation of compliance with control measures.
• Authorize all cash payments, guaranteeing proper paperwork and execution for financial transactions.
• Create, enforce, and oversee credit and collection procedures adhering to corporate standards.

Qualifications & Experience Required

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related area; Master's degree or MBA preferred alongside CPA or equivalent accounting certification.
• Proficient in English with excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Over 10 years of ascending experience in finance, accounting, or financial analysis roles.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with experience managing teams and handling complex financial operations or projects.
• Expertise in financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and analyzing business performance.
• Familiarity with financial systems, accounting software, and reporting tools.
• Advanced capabilities in financial and variance analysis, financial modeling, and managing cash flows.
• Comprehensive understanding of internal controls, compliance requirements, and risk management.
• Strong leadership qualities with proficiency in stakeholder management and collaboration across departments.