Finance Specialist

We are seeking a detail-oriented, analytical, and proactive Finance Specialist to join our dynamic team. Reporting to the Director of Finance & Business Support, this role is crucial in ensuring accurate financial operations, compliance with internal policies, and contributing to the financial health of the hotel.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with compiling budget and forecast data
• Help prepare monthly and quarterly reports for internal review
• Maintain financial models and spreadsheets used for planning and reporting
• Gather and organise financial data from multiple sources (PMS, POS, UKG).
• Perform initial variance analysis and highlight areas requiring review
• Monitor and report on the consistency of internal compliance and controls.
• Oversee and manage the services provided by BSC, including managing and monitoring the accuracy and timeliness of BSC processing to ledgers.
• Support the Finance team in ad hoc analysis, projects, and continuous improvement initiatives across operational areas.

What We need from you:

• Qualifications in Finance, Business, or Accounting (or currently working towards), including a Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
• Experience in finance, business, or accounting, including previous roles in finance or office-based environments.
• Hotel accounting or auditing experience (e.g., Assistant Controller) is highly regarded, though equivalent experience from other industries will also be considered.
• Solid understanding of accounting functions such as reporting, internal controls, reconciliations, and spreadsheet analysis.
• Intermediate Excel skills and a willingness to learn financial systems (e.g., ERP, Power BI) for reporting and decision-making purposes.
• High level of attention to detail, strong communication skills, and a willingness to learn.
• A team-oriented mindset with the ability to follow instructions while progressively working more independently.
• Operational experience in guest-facing hotel roles will be considered an advantage.

You'll be rewarded for your hard work with a suite of benefits that supports you and your family's well-being, including:

• Paid birthday leave
• Hotel perks like accommodation and food & beverage discounts
• Enhanced parental leave
• Proactive health days and flexible work options.
• Your career journey will be supported through our lifelong development program
• IHG Career Milestone celebrations
• Transfer of entitlements as you move and grow with IHG.
• Access to our discount retail platform that makes your pay go even further.

We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life – including a full uniform, impressive room discounts and some of the best training in the business.

Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

IHG gives every member of the team the room they need to belong, grow and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well, we need to feel well – both inside and outside of work – and through our myWellbeing

framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace.

So, join us and you'll become part of our ever-growing global family.

Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.