Finance Manager at Orient Express
About Orient Express
ORIENT EXPRESS embodies the refined and nomadic spirit of travel. Its assets portfolio includes The Orient Express carriages, La Dolce Vita train, luxury hotels such as La Minerva in Rome and Palazzo Donà Giovannelli in Venice, and the O.E Corinthian sailing ship. Orient Express is undergoing a phase of rebirth and expansion as a Joint Venture between ACCOR and LVMH. It aims to be a pioneer of contemporary luxury hospitality, offering immersive experiences with design, service, culinary excellence, wellness, technology, sustainability, and authentic local experiences.
Job Description
The Finance Manager supports the General Manager by providing financial oversight, operational guidance, and accurate reporting to aid in effective business decision-making. The role ensures strong internal controls, compliance with company policies, and safeguarding of hotel assets, while driving efficiency and profitability at the property level. The Finance Manager partners with auditors, tax consultants, and local authorities, and manages daily finance operations including budgeting, forecasting, cost control, procurement, and cash flow management. This position requires strong accounting expertise, analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to support and mentor the property’s finance and accounting team.
Responsibilities
* Support the General Manager and department heads with financial analysis, forecasting, and business planning.
* Prepare annual operating and capital budgets; monitor performance against forecasts, highlight variances, and recommend corrective actions.
* Ensure accurate and timely monthly financial reporting in line with company and ownership requirements.
* Maintain strong internal controls, ensuring compliance with accounting policies, audit standards, and local fiscal regulations.
* Oversee daily finance operations including accounts payable/receivable, payroll, credit and collections, and purchasing.
* Monitor cash flow, review disbursements, and ensure appropriate approvals and documentation.
* Analyze ROI for capital projects and provide financial insights to support investment decisions.
* Work closely with operational teams to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve productivity.
* Ensure contracts, leases, and other financial/legal documents are properly maintained and monitored.
* Support internal and external audit processes, and assist in implementing corrective action plans.
* Train, develop, and motivate the finance team to ensure efficiency, compliance, and succession readiness.
* Participate in risk assessments, maintain risk registers, and implement mitigation measures.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting or Finance with at least 5 years of experience in hotel accounting or audit, including at least two years in a Director of Finance or similar supervisory role. Knowledge of accounting management duties such as negotiating hotel space and tenant leases; payroll processing; asset management; business projections; displacement analysis; government reporting; and tax filings. Professional accounting or finance designation/certification is preferred.
Technical Skills & Knowledge
* Ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure; strong analytical and numerical skills including financial valuation methodology.
* Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; excellent written and spoken English and Italian; other languages desired.
* Good interpersonal and influencing skills; strong problem-solving orientation.
Additional Information
* Competitive package (base salary and yearly bonus).
* Medical insurance, with benefits under the local collective labor agreement and extended to family.
* Ticket Restaurant; annual leave.
* ALL - Heartist Program: employee benefit card offering discounted rates at Accor locations and partner venues.
* Learning & development opportunities to grow within the property and across the world.
* Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: we actively seek diverse talent.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Finance and Sales
Industries
* Hospitality
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