The role aims to be recognized as trusted advisors to the business. This role supports their finance leader to develop their finance team and enables them to Thrive. The role communicates with impact to all stakeholders, ensures a robust control and compliance environment and is aware of the EMEA finance management company value proposition, which is attractive to existing and new owners. The role partners with our business to maximize profit for our shareholders and owners and supports the finance leader to innovate and to deliver an industry leading efficient finance organization.
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\nWhat will I be doing?
The Finance Manager is accountable for the hotel in respect of understanding and driving financial performance and is responsible to perform all finance activities within the policy, regulatory and contractual framework.
\n\nThe role will business partner with the General Manager and has accountability for developing excellent working relationships across a broad range of internal and external stakeholders, including within Hotel Finance, Commercial, IT, Procurement, Human Resources, Operations, Shared Service Centers (where applicable), Owners and Asset Managers as well as Regional Operations Finance. The Finance Manager works closely with all Business Partners to develop best-in-class hotel Finance teams, including participation in all relevant Finance development programs.
\n\nYou will be and remain familiar with the management agreement for the Hotel and implement processes and procedures to ensure the Hotel is operated in compliance with the management agreement, reporting issues of non-compliance to your supervising manager.
What are we looking for?
\n\nAbility to analyze large volume of complex financial information from many sources and create reports, forecasts, and projections\nStrong problem solving skills, including the ability to effectively address any issue in collaboration with others as appropriate\nAbility to proactively identify and prevent potential problems\nAbility to help develop problem solving skills among direct reports and other team members as appropriate\nAbility to take initiative to identify, prioritize and implement all elements required for team to fulfill responsibilities\nAbility to manage and develop staff\nDetail oriented and organized\nAbility to develop presentations and effectively present to all levels of company, hotels & owners\nStrong communication and negotiation skills (all levels of management and external customers)\nProficient in MS Excel, Word and Outlook with the ability to quickly learn new programs when required\n\nAdditional preferences:
\n\nUniversity degree in Accounting or Finance\n\nLeaders involved in the pre-opening of a hotel need a mix of technical expertise, operational know-how, strategic thinking, and leadership skills to ensure the property launches successfully. Here are the key required skills:
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1. Project Management
\n• Ability to manage timelines, budgets, and resources effectively.
\n• Overseeing pre-opening activities like construction, procurement, and vendor coordination.
\n• Ensuring compliance with deadlines and regulatory requirements.
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2. Strategic Planning
\n• Developing and implementing a detailed pre-opening roadmap.
\n• Setting priorities, identifying critical tasks, and anticipating potential challenges.
\n• Creating operational workflows and systems before the opening.
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3. Operational Expertise
\n• Understanding all hotel departments, including housekeeping, front office, food & beverage, and engineering.
\n• Ensuring operational readiness and team training before opening day.
\n• Coordinating with various stakeholders to meet brand standards.
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4. Team Leadership and Development
\n• Hiring, onboarding, and training staff for various departments.
\n• Inspiring and motivating the pre-opening team to stay focused and aligned with goals.
\n• Promoting collaboration and addressing staff concerns during high-pressure times.
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5. Budgeting and Financial Management
\n• Managing pre-opening budgets for staffing, marketing, and procurement.
\n• Analyzing forecasts to ensure the hotel’s financial health post-opening.
\n• Negotiating vendor contracts and overseeing cost control.
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6. Brand Knowledge and Standards Implementation
\n• Deep understanding of the hotel’s brand standards and values.
\n• Ensuring consistency in design, service, and operational practices.
\n• Implementing quality assurance processes aligned with the brand.
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7. Crisis Management and Problem-Solving
\n• Quickly addressing unexpected challenges during construction, staffing, or equipment setup.
\n• Maintaining calm and finding solutions under tight deadlines.
\n• Managing risks and ensuring safety compliance.
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8. Attention to Detail
\n• Overseeing the final stages of construction, design, and furnishing to ensure perfection.
\n• Ensuring operational processes and service standards are fully ready for the opening.
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9. Communication and Stakeholder Management
\n• Keeping all stakeholders, including owners, investors, and the management company, updated on progress.
\n• Maintaining transparent communication with the team and external partners.
\n• Acting as the face of the project during pre-opening press and community events.
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10. Adaptability and Resilience
\n• Flexibility to adapt plans when unforeseen challenges arise.
\n• Maintaining focus under high-pressure and fast-paced conditions.
\n• Balancing long-term goals with immediate pre-opening demands.
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Successful leaders in hotel pre-openings must also possess a customer-centric mindset, ensuring the guest experience is the primary focus from day one.
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What will it be like to work for Hilton?
\nHilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!