Assistant Financial Controller at Leaf… · Lincoln

Assistant Financial Controller Bring financial insight, strong controls and collaborative relationships to the heart of our Shared Services Finance team. Join Our Team We’re looking for an experienced and organised Assistant Financial Controller to support financial control, reporting and compliance across a portfolio of hotels. Based at DoubleTree by Hilton Lincoln and reporting to the Shared Services Manager (Finance) you’ll act as an important link between hotel operational teams and the wider Shared Services Finance function. You’ll help ensure financial processes are completed accurately, controls remain effective and reporting deadlines are consistently achieved. This is a great opportunity for someone with strong hotel, hospitality or multi-site finance experience who is ready to broaden their responsibilities. You’ll work closely with operational leaders and other finance team members, supporting everything from period-end reporting and balance sheet reconciliations to forecasting, payroll submissions and financial analysis. Why Join Us? Team Member Programme with £50 Bed & Breakfast stays across participating leaf HOSPITALITY hotels 50% food and beverage discount Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support Hapi discounts platform Long Service Recognition Awards Team Member recognition awards Annual leave that increases with length of service, gaining an additional day each year up to a maximum of 5 extra days Training and development opportunities What You’ll Be Doing Support accurate and timely month-end and period-end reporting across the hotel portfolio. Review balance sheet reconciliations, banking activity and financial controls, investigating and resolving discrepancies. Assist with the preparation of management accounts, financial reporting packs and supporting analysis. Support budgeting, forecasting and reforecasting activity across the supported hotels. Complete monthly payroll submissions accurately and within agreed deadlines. Review revenue control processes and financial information to support accuracy and compliance. Monitor aged debt, supplier balances and working capital performance, escalating concerns when appropriate. Support the preparation of VAT returns, audits and other statutory reporting requirements. Prepare financial reports, commentary and analysis for Business Review Meetings and Monthly Management Reviews. Provide hotel General Managers and department leaders with clear financial information, guidance and reporting. Build collaborative relationships across hotel operations, finance and the wider leaf HOSPITALITY team. Identify opportunities to strengthen financial controls, improve efficiency and standardise processes. Help maintain finance procedures, policies and best-practice guidance. Support continuous improvement and automation initiatives across the finance function. Ensure finance activity complies with company procedures, policies and audit requirements. What We’re Looking For At least two to three years’ experience in a finance or accounting role, ideally within hotels, hospitality, or a multi-site environment. A strong understanding of purchase ledger, sales ledger, banking, payroll submissions and month-end processes. Experience preparing reconciliations and contributing to financial reporting. Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills. Excellent attention to detail and a well-organised approach. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. The ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines across several properties. Confident communication and stakeholder-management skills. A collaborative approach to working with hotel operational teams and senior finance colleagues. Working knowledge of hotel finance systems or Property Management Systems would be an advantage. Integrity, transparency and professionalism when handling confidential financial information. About leaf HOSPITALITY leaf HOSPITALITY is a hotel management company trusted by owners to operate branded and independent hotels across the UK. Since 2007, we've managed every property as if it were our own, combining commercial expertise with a people-first approach. We build strong teams, create memorable guest experiences and deliver long-term success for our hotels, owners and communities. Everything we do is guided by one principle: be EXCELLENT. Diversity & Inclusion We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected and able to succeed. We celebrate individuality and believe diverse perspectives help us deliver better experiences for our guests, teams and communities.