DIRECTOR OF FINANCE
h3Company Description /h3 pJoin a hotel that is a member of the Accor network, whose group brings together more than 45 brands, 5,500 hotels, 10,000 restaurants and lifestyle destinations. Here, we believe in you and what you bring to the table. There are many opportunities for development and advancement. Every gesture, every smile, every action, contributes to creating a positive and memorable impact for our customers, our colleagues and also for our planet. Together, we embody the vision of responsible hospitality. /p h3Company Description /h3 pJoin a hotel that is a member of the Accor network, whose group brings together more than 45 brands, 5,500 hotels, 10,000 restaurants and lifestyle destinations. Here, we believe in you and what you bring to the table. There are many opportunities for development and advancement. Every gesture, every smile, every action, contributes to creating a positive and memorable impact for our customers, our colleagues and also for our planet. Together, we embody the vision of responsible hospitality. /p pTake the opportunity to become a Heartist®, and let your heart guide you in this world where life beats faster. /p h3Job Description /h3 pThe Finance Manager plays a pivotal strategic and operational role within Sofitel Roma Villa Borghese, ensuring the hotel’s financial integrity, sustainability, and long-term success. As a key member of the Management Team, this position provides leadership, insight, and direction across all financial matters, supporting the Hotel General Manager, ownership, and Accor in driving performance aligned with business objectives, brand standards, and market positioning. The role combines strong technical expertise with commercial awareness, leadership capability, and cross-functional collaboration to safeguard profitability while enabling exceptional guest experiences. /p h3Qualifications /h3 h3Financial Planning, Budgeting Forecasting /h3 ul liPrepare annual budgets in collaboration with Department Heads and senior leadership. /li liMonitor performance against budgets and implement adjustments where necessary. /li liPrepare accurate monthly forecasts and financial projections. /li liIdentify financial risks related to achieving business targets and recommend mitigation strategies.
/li liEnsure profitability levels remain aligned with budget expectations and strategic objectives. /li liBalance short-term financial performance with long-term financial sustainability. /li /ul h3Financial Operations Controls /h3 ul liOversee accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring timely invoicing, collections, and payments. /li liManages payment collection in line with company principles and ensures that all Accor Group fees are settled promptly. /li liManage invoice processing, verification, and approval workflows. /li liEnsure timely settlement of all financial obligations to maintain operational continuity. /li liCarries out the month-end process, providing statistics within two working days (D+2) and the Profit Loss statement within four working days (D+4) – ensuring seamless collaboration with any external accounting firm responsible for bookkeeping /li liSupervise daily banking activities and cash flow management. /li liProcess and control petty cash transactions in line with company procedures. /li liReconcile payments, bank accounts, and departmental financial records. /li liMaintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with policies and regulations. /li liLiaise with external accounting service providers, auditors, and financial partners as required. /li liLiaise with internal auditors, ensuring the integrity of policies and procedures. /li /ul h3Cost Performance Management /h3 ul liMonitor and control operating costs across all departments. /li liManage payroll costs and support workforce planning from a financial perspective. /li liSupport Heads of Department in managing budgets and improving financial performance. /li liActively assist with monitoring stock levels and cost efficiency. /li liOversee and validate stock takes and inventory valuations.
/li liProvide financial analysis and insights to support informed business decisions. /li /ul h3Reporting Systems /h3 ul liEnsure financial reporting is accurate, timely, and compliant with standards. /li liUnderstands and manages the USALI global reporting standard. /li liAdhere to reporting deadlines using approved company tools and systems. /li liProduce management reports, variance analyses, and financial statements. /li liMaintain integrity and accuracy of financial data within systems. /li liEnsure that all tax filings and payments are completed within the applicable deadlines. /li /ul h3Strategic Collaboration Stakeholder Alignment /h3 ul liWork closely with commercial and revenue leaders to optimize revenue strategy. /li liPartner with the Hotel Manager and ownership to ensure alignment on financial strategy and targets. /li liContribute to strategic planning, investment decisions, and performance reviews. /li liActively participate in executive decision-making as part of the hotel leadership team. /li /ul h3Leadership Management Responsibilities /h3 ul liLead, coach, and develop the Finance team to ensure high performance and engagement. /li liFoster a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement. /li liParticipate actively in wider hotel management functions beyond the Finance department. /li liSupport cross-departmental collaboration and organizational initiatives. /li liEnsure completion of required compliance and professional training for the team. /li /ul h3Guest Service Focus /h3 ul liPromote financial decisions that support exceptional guest satisfaction. /li liCollaborate with operational leaders to balance cost efficiency with service excellence. /li liUnderstand and support the relationship between financial strategy and guest experience. /li /ul h3Compliance, Risk Governance /h3 ul liEnsure compliance with all financial, legal, and regulatory requirements. /li liMaintain audit-ready documentation and controls. /li liCoordinate internal and external audits. /li liSupport hotel standards relating to health, safety, and risk management. /li /ul h3Additional Information /h3 pThe candidate will work in an international and dynamic environment. /p #J-18808-Ljbffr
/li liEnsure profitability levels remain aligned with budget expectations and strategic objectives. /li liBalance short-term financial performance with long-term financial sustainability. /li /ul h3Financial Operations Controls /h3 ul liOversee accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring timely invoicing, collections, and payments. /li liManages payment collection in line with company principles and ensures that all Accor Group fees are settled promptly. /li liManage invoice processing, verification, and approval workflows. /li liEnsure timely settlement of all financial obligations to maintain operational continuity. /li liCarries out the month-end process, providing statistics within two working days (D+2) and the Profit Loss statement within four working days (D+4) – ensuring seamless collaboration with any external accounting firm responsible for bookkeeping /li liSupervise daily banking activities and cash flow management. /li liProcess and control petty cash transactions in line with company procedures. /li liReconcile payments, bank accounts, and departmental financial records. /li liMaintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with policies and regulations. /li liLiaise with external accounting service providers, auditors, and financial partners as required. /li liLiaise with internal auditors, ensuring the integrity of policies and procedures. /li /ul h3Cost Performance Management /h3 ul liMonitor and control operating costs across all departments. /li liManage payroll costs and support workforce planning from a financial perspective. /li liSupport Heads of Department in managing budgets and improving financial performance. /li liActively assist with monitoring stock levels and cost efficiency. /li liOversee and validate stock takes and inventory valuations.
/li liProvide financial analysis and insights to support informed business decisions. /li /ul h3Reporting Systems /h3 ul liEnsure financial reporting is accurate, timely, and compliant with standards. /li liUnderstands and manages the USALI global reporting standard. /li liAdhere to reporting deadlines using approved company tools and systems. /li liProduce management reports, variance analyses, and financial statements. /li liMaintain integrity and accuracy of financial data within systems. /li liEnsure that all tax filings and payments are completed within the applicable deadlines. /li /ul h3Strategic Collaboration Stakeholder Alignment /h3 ul liWork closely with commercial and revenue leaders to optimize revenue strategy. /li liPartner with the Hotel Manager and ownership to ensure alignment on financial strategy and targets. /li liContribute to strategic planning, investment decisions, and performance reviews. /li liActively participate in executive decision-making as part of the hotel leadership team. /li /ul h3Leadership Management Responsibilities /h3 ul liLead, coach, and develop the Finance team to ensure high performance and engagement. /li liFoster a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement. /li liParticipate actively in wider hotel management functions beyond the Finance department. /li liSupport cross-departmental collaboration and organizational initiatives. /li liEnsure completion of required compliance and professional training for the team. /li /ul h3Guest Service Focus /h3 ul liPromote financial decisions that support exceptional guest satisfaction. /li liCollaborate with operational leaders to balance cost efficiency with service excellence. /li liUnderstand and support the relationship between financial strategy and guest experience. /li /ul h3Compliance, Risk Governance /h3 ul liEnsure compliance with all financial, legal, and regulatory requirements. /li liMaintain audit-ready documentation and controls. /li liCoordinate internal and external audits. /li liSupport hotel standards relating to health, safety, and risk management. /li /ul h3Additional Information /h3 pThe candidate will work in an international and dynamic environment. /p #J-18808-Ljbffr