Regional Financial Controller

Regional Financial Controller - London Portfolio

At Leonardo Hotels, we are looking for a collaborative and commercially focused finance leader to join our UK & Ireland Finance team as a

Regional Finance Controller
, reporting directly to the Head of Finance.

This is a broad regional finance role, where you will be a trusted partner with operational leaders to provide insight, support confident decision-making and help improve commercial performance by providing leading financial excellence across a portfolio of

hotels in London
.

If you are an experienced manager already working as a Cluster Finance Manager, Regional Financial Controller or Finance Business Partner, and are ready to take the next step into a broader regional role. If you enjoy partnering with others, solving problems and making a positive impact, we would welcome your application. This role is an outstanding opportunity to broaden your impact within one of Europe's leading hospitality brands.

As a Regional Finance Controller, you will support the financial performance, governance, and strategic financial planning for the portfolio.

You will work in partnership with the wider finance team, General Managers, Regional Operations Managers and support functions to provide clear financial insight and support sustainable growth.

Key responsibilities include:

• Act as a trusted finance partner for the portfolio, supporting operational and commercial decision-making.
• Provide clear financial insight, analysis and constructive challenge to support revenue, profitability and return on investment.
• Contribute to strategic initiatives, business cases and growth opportunities.

• Lead all aspects of financial reporting, management accounts, budgeting and forecasting.
• Deliver timely, accurate and practical management information.
• Analyse key performance indicators, financial trends and market benchmarks to identify opportunities and risks.
• Work with operational leaders to understand performance, identify opportunities and agree practical actions.

• Partner with hotel leadership teams to support revenue, productivity and profitability improvements.
• Share financial performance updates and recommendations with senior stakeholders in a clear and practical way.
• Translate financial data into meaningful actions that support better business decisions.
• Ensure robust financial controls and governance processes are maintained.
• Provide assurance over internal controls, compliance and financial integrity.
• Support audit processes and risk management activities.

• Lead, support and develop a talented regional finance team.
• Encourage a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, inclusion and collaboration.
• Champion operational excellence and process enhancements across the business.

We are looking for someone who is commercially minded, comfortable working with a range of stakeholders and motivated by helping teams make confident financial decisions.

You may have gained your experience in hospitality, hotels, leisure, multi-site operations or another relevant commercial environment.

We would be interested in hearing from candidates who can bring some or all of the following:

• A recognised accountancy qualification, such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent
• A minimum of five years experience in a Financial Controller, Cluster Financial Controller, Regional Finance, Finance Business Partnering or similar role
• Experience in hospitality, hotels, leisure or multi-site operations would be highly desirable.
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to challenge and positively influence senior stakeholders
• Demonstrable experience of delivering financial performance improvements
• Excellent leadership, communication and people development skills
• Analytical skills, with the ability to explain financial information clearly to different audiences
• Confidence in using ERP systems, reporting tools and hotel PMS platforms

Most importantly, you will bring sound finance expertise, good commercial judgement and a cooperative approach to supporting operational teams and develop finance teams.

• - Special rates on Leonardo Hotel rooms across the UK & Europe
• - Company-wide recognition scheme: you could earn vouchers to spend on a wide range of high street shops
• - Thank You Week: from ice cream trucks to yoga classes and lots in between!
• - Ongoing job-related training programmes with clear paths for progression

We're committed to creating a workplace where every individual-regardless of background, identity, or lived experience-is welcomed, valued, and respected for who they are. Belonging means embracing our differences and ensuring everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered.

We look after our colleagues just as well as we look after our guests. Whether you join the NYX team, a Limited Edition or a Leonardo Hotel, you're part of the Leonardo Hotels…