Director of Finance

The Hoxton is coming to Hamburg! The Hoxton’s second hotel in Germany is set to open in Hamburg, a city of stunning architecture criss-crossed by hundreds of canals and home to parks, cultural venues and a bustling gastronomic scene. Set as part of the exciting Alter Wall redevelopment project, The Hoxton, Hamburg will feature 188 bedrooms of varying sizes, a large lobby bar and ground floor restaurant, a beautiful rooftop restaurant and The Apartment - The Hoxton’s signature meeting and event space. We are seeking an experienced Director of Finance for The Hoxton, Hamburg.  What you’ll do…  - Ensure strong financial management within a robust control environment.  - Have ultimate responsibility for accurate accounting records and provide financial reports for the hotel. The hotel is operated on a self-accounting basis and includes statutory accounts.   - Manage the finance relationship with operations and finance at hotel and head office ensuring that an excellent service is provided through quality input.  - Manage the relevant elements of our owner relationship.  - Lead all elements related to balance sheets, P&L, cash management, capital, amongst others.  - Provide focused, innovative and value-adding management reporting and analysis.  - Deliver high quality management information and performance measurement that is accurate and relevant.  - Ensure reporting that incorporates benchmarking, identification and measurement of key performance indicators and use of balanced scorecard.  - Optimise and develop systems to improve efficiency and information.  - Ensure training takes place for users; challenge processes to eliminate non-value adding tasks.  - Work with colleagues to ensure that errors are corrected at source and processes amended as required, eliminating rather than correcting errors.  - Lead the planning and forecasting process for The Hoxton, Hamburg and ensure that financial plans are consistent with the strategic objectives.  - Pro-actively support the General Manager and lead the finance team in hotel strategic planning, focussing on value opportunities.  - Manage the formulation, review and approval process for budgeting within the hotel.  - Lead, develop and inspire a high-quality finance team.  - Actively plan for succession to develop and replace individuals effectively.  - Develop effectiveness of the finance function through continuous training and development of the team. Lead and motivate the team to high levels of performance.  What we’re looking for…  - Individuals. You’re looking for a place where you can be you; no clones in suits here.  - Passion for hospitality – whether that’s a drink, a meal, an event or a bed for the night.  - You’re all about having a positive impact on the people you interact with, leaving them with a memorable experience.  - You’re not precious. We leave our egos at the door and help get things done.  - You’re up for doing things differently and trying (almost) everything once.  - If we got stuck in a lift together, we’d have a good time and share a few laughs.  - You want to be part of a team that works hard, supports each other, and has fun along the way.  - 5 plus years of hotel finance experience, ideally already in a Finance Manager/Director of Finance role.  - Strong knowledge and experience of operating requirements from a financial and legal perspective on German financial requirements.   - Technical skill, with a strong understanding of compliance requirements, best practice hotel operations, finance function set up and standard systems.  - A balance between a methodical and process-driven approach and flexibility and creativity when it comes to meeting deadlines and finding solutions.  - A qualified accountant would be an advantage.   What's in it for you... - Join an innovative, fast-growing, international group that is shaking things up on the hospitality scene. - Become part of a team that’s very passionate about creating great hospitality experiences and building a portfolio of brands. - The chance to challenge the norm and work in an environment that is both creative and rewarding. - A competitive package and plenty of opportunity for development. - Food on us during your shift. - Enjoy a free night at The Hoxton and a meal for two when you first start with us. - Training to get you settled into your role with ongoing development that helps you think, make and thrive to set you up for success at work. - Time off to volunteer with one of our partner charities. - An annual diversity and inclusion calendar of events creating opportunities for you to learn, celebrate and make a positive impact. - Regular team get togethers, from our High Fives to our (pretty special!) team parties – we know how to have a good time! - The chance to challenge the norm and work in an environment that is both creative and rewarding. - Excellent discounts across The Hoxton and the global Ennismore family.