Regions: Marriott
Cardiff, Delta Swansea, Delta Bristol City Centre, Delta St Pierre, Marriott Bristol
Base Location: Marriott
CardiffReporting to: Kingfisher Hospitality Finance Director (Dotted Line) Reporting to each Unit General Manager (Dotted Line) Regional Director of Operations – South
Responsible for: Hotel Finance Managers and Finance Teams
Position Overview
The Regional Director of Finance provides strategic financial leadership across multiple properties within the region. The role ensures the effective delivery of financial management, control, and reporting while supporting operational leaders to achieve business objectives. The position demands strong analytical acumen, exceptional leadership, and deep operational finance knowledge within the hospitality industry.
Skills and Knowledge •
Proven experience as a Hotel Director of Finance or equivalent senior financial leadership role. •
Strong understanding of hotel operational finance, P&L management, budgeting, and forecasting. •
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and preferably Opera, PeopleSoft, and Micros systems. •
Strong numerical and analytical skills, with attention to detail and accuracy. •
Excellent written and verbal communication skills. •
In-depth knowledge of accounting principles, economic drivers, and business management practices. •
Demonstrated ability in financial resource management, including cost control and capital allocation.
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Competent in purchasing and materials management, including vendor negotiation and inventory control. •
Skilled in critical thinking and problem-solving, using data-driven insights for decision-making.
Management Competencies •
Adaptability: Thrives in changing environments and adjusts effectively to new challenges. •
Performance Alignment: Guides teams to achieve strategic and operational goals. •
Team Building: Develops cohesive, high-performing finance teams across all sites. •
Trust and Integrity: Acts with transparency, fairness, and consistency. •
Communication: Delivers clear, engaging, and impactful messages across all levels. •
Customer Focus: Understands stakeholder needs and delivers service excellence. •
High Standards: Sets and upholds strong performance and ethical standards. •
Planning and Organising: Prioritises and coordinates resources for efficiency. •
Strategic Thinking: Aligns financial management with long-term business goals
Key Responsibilities
At each assigned property, the Regional Finance Controller will ensure: Financial Control and Compliance •
Daily revenue controls are maintained. •
Credit card and cash reconciliations are completed accurately. •
Purchase orders are raised and authorised per Delegation of Authority. •
Payroll is monitored daily; weekly payroll reviews are completed. •
Monthly credit control meetings are conducted. •
Monthly P&L statements are produced and reviewed on time. •
Balance sheets are reconciled monthly, with actions taken to resolve variances. •
Costs are regularly reviewed and authorised within policy.
Operational & Strategic Support
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Lead and support weekly hotel forecasting and annual budgeting processes. •
Coach hotel managers in understanding financial performance and KPIs. •
Facilitate monthly financial review meetings with hotel management teams. •
Drive cost efficiency, profitability, and effective use of resources. •
Oversee internal, external, and regulatory audit processes. •
Ensure all finance policies, SOPs, and local operating procedures are fully compliant.
People Leadership •
Lead, develop, and retain finance team members across the region. •
Promote a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. •
Conduct annual performance reviews and create development plans. •
Encourage cross-training to ensure role coverage and career growth. •
Recognise and celebrate team achievements and contributions.
Performance Expectations •
Achieve and sustain financial performance in line with budget and forecast.•
Ensure all accounting processes meet brand and legal standards. •
Maintain strong internal control systems and risk management frameworks. •
Contribute to guest satisfaction, team engagement, and market share growth through effective financial leadership.
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