PpOrient Express embodies the refined and nomadic spirit of travel. Its exceptional assets portfolio includes experiences such as The Orient Express — its iconic carriages reinvented as a modern-day tribute to French luxury, with ARSENALE Group owner — La Dolce Vita, a train celebrating the elegance of Italian art de vivre, and a collection of luxury hotels opened in Rome – La Minerva – and soon in Venice – Palazzo Dona Giovannelli, and with Sailing Yachts - the O.E Corinthian, the world’s largest sailing ship. /ppWhile redefining the future of luxury hospitality, Orient Express places particular emphasis on the employee experience, development, and engagement. As a symbol of ultra-luxury hospitality, the brand is currently undergoing an ambitious phase of rebirth and expansion accelerated since 2024 as a Joint Venture between ACCOR and LVMH. /ppOrient Express will open its second hotel in Italy at the exceptional Palazzo Donà Giovannelli in Venice, in partnership with the Italian luxury hotel group Arsenale. Architect and interior designer Aline Amar d’Amman, alongside her studio Culture in Architecture, has been entrusted to design and decorate the space. /ppThe Financial Controller is responsible for overseeing all financial operations of the ultra-luxury hotel, ensuring compliance, profitability, and financial integrity. Acting as a strategic business partner to the General Manager and Executive Committee, the role provides financial leadership, safeguards the hotel’s assets, and drives performance through insightful analysis and robust controls. /ppbKey Responsibilities /b /pulliLead the development of annual budgets, forecasts, and long-term financial planning. /liliAnalyze financial performance and provide actionable recommendations to improve profitability. /liliEvaluate and monitor capital investments (CAPEX) and ensure expected ROI is achieved. /liliCollaborate with the Revenue Management and Sales teams to optimize pricing strategies. /liliIdentify cost-saving opportunities and efficiency improvements across departments. /li /ulpbAccounting Internal Controls /b /pulliOversee all accounting functions including AP, AR, GL, credit, audit, and reporting. /liliEnsure compliance with company policies, internal controls, local regulations, and international accounting standards. /liliDevelop and implement robust financial control systems and procedures. /liliCoordinate internal and external audits and ensure timely resolution of findings. /liliMaintain proper documentation for all financial records, contracts, and legal documents. /li /ulpbStakeholder External Relations /b /pulliAct as the primary liaison with hotel ownership, auditors, banks, legal advisors, and tax authorities. /liliManage vendor contracts, lease agreements, and service-level agreements. /liliEnsure all statutory licenses, permits, and legal obligations are up to date and compliant. /liliPrepare and present financial reports to corporate, ownership, and regional finance teams. /li /ulpbTeam Leadership Development /b /pulliLead, mentor, and develop the Finance Accounting team; establish performance goals and provide regular feedback. /liliFoster a culture of accountability, service excellence, and continuous improvement. /liliEducate operational leaders on financial principles and the impact of their decisions. /liliCollaborate with all departments to support budgeting, forecasting, and business analysis. /li /ulpbCash Flow, Reporting Compliance /b /pulliMonitor and manage hotel cash flow to ensure liquidity and financial stability. /liliApprove disbursements, rebates, adjustments, and ensure proper documentation. /liliEnsure timely and accurate reporting of financial statements, forecasts, and budget comparisons. /liliEnforce credit and collection policies in line with corporate standards. /liliSafeguard hotel assets and maintain the integrity of financial systems and records. /li /ulpbQualifications /b /pulliBachelor’s degree / higher education qualification / equivalent in Accounting, Finance /lili5-10 years in hotel accounting or audit with at least two years in a Financial Controller or similar supervisory role, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience. /liliKnowledge of accounting management duties such as negotiating hotel space and tenant leases; performing asset management duties; providing business projections, displacement analysis, preparing government reports, filing tax returns, etc. as needed or requested. /liliProfessional accounting or finance designation or certification preferred. /liliAbility to work quickly and accurately under pressure. /liliWork closely with internal and external stakeholders. /liliStrong analytical and numerical skills including a good understanding of financial valuation methodology. /liliAdvanced ability to use Microsoft applications i.e., Excel and PowerPoint. /liliFluent in Italian and English. /liliGood interpersonal skills and influencing skills. /liliStrong problem-solving orientation. /li /ulpbAdditional Information /b /pulliA competitive package (base salary and yearly bonus) /liliMedical Insurance, integrating Collective Labor Agreement one and extended to the family /liliTicket Restaurant /liliAnnual leave /liliALL - Heartist Program: Employee benefit card offering discounted rates at all Accor locations and partner venues worldwide. /liliLearning development: Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world! /liliOur commitment to Diversity Inclusion: We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent. /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr