Director of Finance – Hilton Prague

Společnost Hilton nabízí jedinečné pracovní příležitosti v prostředí prestižního hotelového řetězce.

The role aims to be recognized as trusted advisors to the business. This role attracts and retains best-in-class finance professionals, develops their finance team and enables them to Thrive. The role communicates with impact to all stakeholders, ensures a robust control and compliance environment and enables 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 innovates to deliver an industry leading efficient finance organization.

The Director of Finance 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.

The 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, Owners and Assett Managers as well as Regional Operations Finance. The Director of Finance works closely with all Business Partners to develop best-in-class hotel Finance teams, including participation in all relevant Finance development programs.

You 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.

• Strategic thinker with the ability to formulate effective goals, objectives and priorities with a long term perspective
• Strong communication and negotiation skills (all levels of management and external customers)
• Financial and operational analytical skills (operational analysis)
• Knowledge of departmental and hotel operations
• Ability to exercise judgment in evaluating situations and in making sound decisions
• Ability to analyze and interpret financial data
• Leadership and organizational skills (team orientation, flexible, adaptable)
• Ability to analyze large volume of complex financial information from many sources and create reports, forecasts projections
• The candidate should possess strong leadership skills to oversee and guide the finance team effectively.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, both verbal and written, to interact with all levels of management and external customers.
• Adapt at analyzing financial data, identifying trends, and providing actionable insights for operational analysis and decision-making.
• Capable of formulating effective long-term goals, objectives, and priorities to support the company's growth and success.
• Proven ability to exercise judgment in evaluating situations and making sound financial decisions.
• The candidate should be flexible and adaptable, demonstrating a team-oriented approach to work.

Advantage experience:

Financial Management: Comprehensive understanding of financial principles, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.

Hotel Industry Expertise: Ideally, the candidate should have at least 5 years of experience in a finance leadership role within the hotel or hospitality industry.

Operational Analysis: Proficiency in analyzing operational data to identify areas for improvement and cost optimization.

Departmental and Hotel Operations: Knowledge of hotel operations and their impact on financial performance.

Financial Data Analysis: Ability to analyze and interpret complex financial data from multiple sources and create comprehensive reports, forecasts, and projections.

Technology Proficiency: Proficient in financial software (Navision advantage, data analysis tools, and MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint for financial modeling and reporting).

Ideal profile:

Demonstrates strong ethical values and trustworthiness, as they will handle sensitive financial information.

Keen eye for detail to ensure accuracy and precision in financial reports and analysis.

Focused on achieving financial goals and delivering measurable results.

Encourages collaboration within the finance team and fosters positive working relationships with other departments.

Maintains composure under pressure and can effectively navigate through financial challenges.

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

Hilton 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!