Hotel Finance Manager

Earnings are a gross annual salary of £42,000 plus an annual incentive bonus to earn up to £3,000.

Job : DAK
1259

Branch: Dakota Glasgow

Location: Dakota Glasgow, Glasgow

Salary/Benefits: Earnings are a gross annual salary of £42,000 plus an annual incentive bonus to earn up to £3,000.

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: Full Time

Shift pattern: Shifts will typically be 09:00-17:30 Monday to Friday.

Hours per week: The role carries a permanent contract with typical hours 40 hours per week

Posted date: 22/06/2026

The role is responsible for managing all aspects of the finance function at the hotel, including following company accounting practices, carrying out regulatory and financial reporting, preparing the monthly management accounts, and ensuring day-to-day accounting tasks are completed timely and accurately. The role covers both our Glasgow city centre and Eurocentral properties, with regular travel required between sites. The role is preferred fully on-site, with flexibility up to one day per week working from home.

• Manage the daily accounting function for the property, ensuring all processes and financial reports are accurate and timely.
• Lead the completion of the month-end process, including tasks such as accruals, prepayments, fixed assets, and stock reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines.
• Prepare and analyse financial statements, including the monthly Profit & Loss (P&L) report, providing commentary on performance and insights to the Head of Hotel and relevant stakeholders.
• Monitor financial KPIs and work with operational teams to drive efficiencies and cost savings while maintaining high standards of service.
• Implement and monitor internal audit procedures to ensure all financial statements are accurate and a true reflection of business performance and expenditure.
• Ensure all revenue is captured and posted accurately, following up on any discrepancies.
• Ensure completion of daily tasks including the reconciling of cash and card payments received, performing float audits, and controlling all cash held on site.
• Oversee the purchase ledger process, and report against actual spends compared to budgets.

• At least 2 years working experience in a hospitality setting (essential).
• At least 1 year working experience in an accounting and finance role (essential).
• Knowledgeable in using all Microsoft Office programs, including Excel at an intermediate level or above.
• Qualified or part-qualified with AAT / ACCA / CIMA or a relevant degree (desired).
• A strong and driven numerically minded individual, determined to always meet the financial objectives of the company.
• A strong communicator with proven leadership skills and a demonstrable team player.
• A proactive individual who is goal oriented and a natural problem solver.

In addition to being part of a culture infused with positivity and opportunity for ongoing development, tangible benefits you could enjoy include:

• Special discounts on stays and dining at any Dakota
• Bonuses to recommend a friend to join our team and every time you are mentioned on Trip Advisor
• Additional holiday day on the first anniversary of your employment
• Meals on duty and uniforming

• Access to our Employee Assistance Program which includes free private mental health support and counselling sessions, video GP consultations and private prescription services, as well as access to daily rewards to be cashed out for shopping vouchers
• Support from our inhouse Mental Health Champions
• Family-friendly flexible working options
• Participation in meaningful initiatives such as Macmillan Cancer Support Coffee Morning and the Walk for Wellbeing, Supporting causes that matter while connecting with colleagues

• Accredited, certified compliance training given on employment
• Access to a suite of external, certified resources via our Learning Management System
• Supportive continuous professional development culture with an annual appraisal and objectives, or a Personal Development Plan
• Opportunities to undertake both internal and external training courses, including potential for in-house Apprenticeships

Full terms on our benefits can be found in our Handbook.