Hotel Financial Controller

We are looking for a Finance Controller to oversee a cluster of hotels across Germany and Austria. This is a standalone role with full financial responsibility, working closely with General Managers, operational teams, and regional HQ.

Frankfurt, Berlin, Hamburg, or Munich.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the monthly close process with an outsourced provider, including P&L reviews and variance analysis
• Ensure compliance with German regulations and internal financial policies
• Oversee revenue audits, cost control, and system reconciliations (PMS/POS/payment systems)
• Monitor cash flow and supervise AP, AR, GL, and bank reconciliations handled externally
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and Capex planning with hotel leadership
• Lead audits and implement improvements where needed
• Standardise processes and drive efficiency across multiple properties

Requirements

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business (Bilanzbuchhalter, ACCA, or similar preferred)
• 5–8 years’ experience in finance, including hospitality in Germany
• Strong knowledge of HGB, VAT (USt), and hotel operations
• Experience with PMS, POS, and ERP systems (Oracle Fusion is a plus)
• Fluent in German and English
• Hands-on, organised, and comfortable managing multiple locations independently