Director of Finance at Accor

Budapest, Central Hungary, Hungary -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

25 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial Management, Accounting Records, Statutory Accounts, Owner Relationship Management, Balance Sheets, Profit And Loss, Cash Management, Capital Management, Management Reporting, Performance Measurement, Key Performance Indicators, Budgeting, Forecasting, Team Leadership, Compliance, Pre-opening

Industry

Hospitality

Description

Company Description SO/ Budapest invites you to the front row SO/ is a coveted collection of hotels rooted in the world of fashion, commanding attention with it’s avant garde design and creative approach to the world of luxury. SO/ Budapest will open towards the end of 2026 and our search for an experienced Director of Finance to join our team and play a crucial part in this successful opening begins. Located in a prime position overlooking the iconic Chain Bridge and the Danube River, SO/ Budapest Hotel is a bold new addition to the city’s luxury hospitality scene. The hotel features 349 elegantly designed rooms and suites, complemented by a vibrant mix of dining and entertainment experiences. Guests can enjoy an all-day dining restaurant, a show-stopping rooftop bar with panoramic views, and extensive wellness facilities that offer a space for both relaxation and rejuvenation. Designed with both leisure and business travellers in mind, the hotel also boasts state-of-the-art MICE facilities, making it a key destination for events, meetings, and social gatherings in the heart of the city. Job Description What you’ll do… Ensure strong financial management within a robust control environment. Have ultimate responsibility for accurate accounting records and provide financial reports for the hotel. The hotel is operated on a self-accounting basis and includes statutory accounts. Manage the finance relationship with operations and finance at hotel and head office ensuring that an excellent service is provided through quality input. Manage the relevant elements of our owner relationship. Lead all elements related to balance sheets, P&L, cash management, capital, amongst others. Provide focused, innovative and value-adding management reporting and analysis. Deliver high quality management information and performance measurement that is accurate and relevant. Ensure reporting that incorporates benchmarking, identification and measurement of key performance indicators and use of balanced scorecard. Optimise and develop systems to improve efficiency and information. Ensure training takes place for users; challenge processes to eliminate non-value adding tasks. Work with colleagues to ensure that errors are corrected at source and processes amended as required, eliminating rather than correcting errors. Lead the planning and forecasting process for SO/ Budapest and ensure that financial plans are consistent with the strategic objectives. Pro-actively support the General Manager and lead the finance team in hotel strategic planning, focussing on value opportunities. Manage the formulation, review and approval process for budgeting within the hotel. Lead, develop and inspire a high-quality finance team. Actively plan for succession to develop and replace individuals effectively. Develop effectiveness of the finance function through continuous training and development of the team. Lead and motivate the team to high levels of performance. Qualifications What we’re looking for… A strong financial operator with local Hungarian experience in a similar role preferably within a luxury and/or lifestyle environment. Ideally you’ll have had previous pre-opening experience. Strong knowledge and experience of operating requirements from a financial and legal perspective. Technical skill, with a strong understanding of compliance requirements, best practice hotel operations, finance function set up and standard systems. A balance between a methodical and process-driven approach and flexibility and creativity when it comes to meeting deadlines and finding solutions. You are comfortable with the strategic as well as day to day detail. You are an excellent relationship builder, with previous experience of owner relationships. You are an excellent relationship builder, confident in working with other teams and leaders; you’re passionate about what we can achieve together. You want to question the norm and create change by doing things differently. You’re grounded, we leave our egos at the door and approach everything with an open mind. Additional Information What's in it for you... The opportunity to launch an exciting new hospitality concept in Budapest and have a real impact on its success. Join an innovative, fast-growing, international group that’s committed to not just building new hotels but building a global brand. The chance to challenge the norm and work in an environment that is both creative and rewarding. Become part of a team that’s very passionate about creating great hospitality experiences and building a portfolio of brands. A competitive package and plenty of opportunity for development. Job-Category: Finance Job Type: Permanent Job Schedule: Full-Time

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Responsibilities

The Director of Finance will ensure strong financial management, maintain accurate accounting records, and provide comprehensive financial reports for the self-accounting hotel, managing key elements like balance sheets, P&L, and cash flow. This role also involves leading the planning and forecasting process, managing the budgeting cycle, and developing the finance team to ensure high performance.