Reporting to the Director of Finance, responsibilities and essential functions include, but are not limited to:
Business Partnering and Performance Management
- Consistently deliver professional, proactive, and solution-oriented support to operational teams.
- Review and analyze departmental financial performance, including variances, forecasts, and budgets; challenge assumptions and propose strategies for continuous improvement.
- Contribute to key business decisions related to revenue generation, cost optimization, and investment.
- Support and follow up on corrective action plans arising from internal and external audits.
- Promote financial literacy across the leadership team to strengthen accountability and performance.
Financial Planning, Reporting, and Analysis
- Analyze and interpret financial data, translating insights into clear and actionable recommendations.
- Partner with the Director of Finance on monthly reporting, balance sheet reviews, and performance analysis.
- Support the preparation of annual budgets, capital plans, and rolling forecasts.
- Enhance forecasting methodologies, labor models, and financial planning accuracy.
- Support and oversee month-end closing processes in line with group standards.
- Own and oversee all statutory and fiscal compliance in Portugal (e.g., SAF-T, IVA, COPE), ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with local regulations and corporate policies.
Compliance
- Ensure all financial practices comply with corporate policies, the Uniform System of Accounts, and local regulatory requirements.
- Safeguard hotel assets and ensure adherence to management agreement obligations.
- Maintain all legal, financial, and contractual documentation in a secure and compliant manner.
- Act as a key point of contact for auditors and external stakeholders on financial and compliance matters.
Controls and Policies
- Develop, implement, and maintain robust internal control procedures in line with corporate standards and FOCUS.
- Provide oversight and remote guidance to the finance team (AP, AR, Income Audit), ensuring adherence to processes and continuous improvement.
People and Talent Management
- Support the development of the Finance team, fostering autonomy, accountability, and continuous professional growth.
- Contribute to talent development, succession planning, and identification of high-potential team members.
- Maintain a collaborative and high-performance team environment through regular communication and engagement.