Regional Financial Controller


Company:	Leonardo Hotels
Salary:	Not specified
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	City of London, EC4V 5AJ
Working pattern:	Hybrid - 2 days remote
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	18 Aug 2026
Closing date:	17 Sept 2026

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Summary

Regional Financial Controller - London Portfolio

At Leonardo Hotels, we are looking for a collaborative and commercially focused finance leader to join our UK & Ireland Finance team as a

Regional Finance Controller, reporting directly to the Head of Finance.

This is a broad regional finance role, where you will be a trusted partner with operational leaders to provide insight, support confident decision-making and help improve commercial performance by providing leading financial excellence across a portfolio of

hotels in London.

If you are an experienced manager already working as a Cluster Finance Manager, Regional Financial Controller or Finance Business Partner, and are ready to take the next step into a broader regional role. If you enjoy partnering with others, solving problems and making a positive impact, we would welcome your application. This role is an outstanding opportunity to broaden your impact within one of Europe's leading hospitality brands.

What You'll Be Responsible For

As a Regional Finance Controller, you will support the financial performance, governance, and strategic financial planning for the portfolio.

You will work in partnership with the wider finance team, General Managers, Regional Operations Managers and support functions to provide clear financial insight and support sustainable growth.

Key responsibilities include:

Strategic Finance Ownership

Act as a trusted finance partner for the portfolio, supporting operational and commercial decision-making.

Provide clear financial insight, analysis and constructive challenge to support revenue, profitability and return on investment.

Contribute to strategic initiatives, business cases and growth opportunities.

Financial Performance & Reporting

Lead all aspects of financial reporting, management accounts, budgeting and forecasting.

Deliver timely, accurate and practical management information.

Analyse key performance indicators, financial trends and market benchmarks to identify opportunities and risks.

Work with operational leaders to understand performance, identify opportunities and agree practical actions.

Commercial Business Partnering

Partner with hotel leadership teams to support revenue, productivity and profitability improvements.

Share financial performance updates and recommendations with senior stakeholders in a clear and practical way.

Translate financial data into meaningful actions that support better business decisions.

Risk & Governance

Ensure robust financial controls and governance processes are maintained.

Provide assurance over internal controls, compliance and financial integrity.

Support audit processes and risk management activities.

Leadership & Development

Lead, support and develop a talented regional finance team.

Encourage a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, inclusion and collaboration.

Champion operational excellence and process enhancements across the business.

About You

We are looking for someone who is commercially minded, comfortable working with a range of stakeholders and motivated by helping teams make confident financial decisions.

You may have gained your experience in hospitality, hotels, leisure, multi-site operations or another relevant commercial environment.

We would be interested in hearing from candidates who can bring some or all of the following:

A recognised accountancy qualification, such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent

A minimum of five years experience in a Financial Controller, Cluster Financial Controller, Regional Finance, Finance Business Partnering or similar role

Experience in hospitality, hotels, leisure or multi-site operations would be highly desirable.

Strong commercial acumen with the ability to challenge and positively influence senior stakeholders

Demonstrable experience of delivering financial performance improvements

Excellent leadership, communication and people development skills

Analytical skills, with the ability to explain financial information clearly to different audiences

Confidence in using ERP systems, reporting tools and hotel PMS platforms

Most importantly, you will bring sound finance expertise, good commercial judgement and a cooperative approach to supporting operational teams and develop finance teams.

Some of the perks you could enjoy include:

- Special rates on Leonardo Hotel rooms across the UK & Europe

- Company-wide recognition scheme: you could earn vouchers to spend on a wide range of high street shops

- Talent referral scheme

- Thank You Week: from ice cream trucks to yoga classes and lots in between!

- Wellbeing Calendar

- Ongoing job-related training programmes with clear paths for progression

We're committed to creating a workplace where every individual-regardless of background, identity, or lived experience-is welcomed, valued, and respected for who they are. Belonging means embracing our differences and ensuring everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered.

Why come join us?

We look after our colleagues just as well as we look after our guests. Whether you join the NYX team, a Limited Edition or a Leonardo Hotel, you're part of the Leonardo Hotels community of over 55 hotels across the UK & Ireland. Our regular Learning Bites, "Come Join Us Guest Care" training and Wellbeing webinars all help your progress with us. With support on tap, top-notch practical training and clear progression you'll be on track for a brilliant future in Hospitality!

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