Finance Assistant
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Finance Assistant
Are you a detail-oriented financial professional with a knack for clear communication and teamwork?
[Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] is seeking a dedicated Finance Assistant to join our team. In this pivotal role, you will serve as the key financial contact for four of our hotels, working closely with hotel management and the central finance team.
Key Responsibilities
- Providing essential financial information to management accountants and the regional financial controller.
- Offer financial support and guidance to Hotel General Managers and department teams.
- Process and reconcile daily cash and credit card banking, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company procedures.
- Audit the work of hotel teams to ensure it meets established standards and requirements.
- Adhere to audit procedures and comply with security requirements to meet company and hotel standards.
- Consistently deliver superior customer service through our Customer Service Programme.
- Attend required training sessions and comply with health and safety, fire procedures, and other statutory legislation.
- Audit daily business activities and maintain accuracy in hotel accounts.
- Provide weekly and monthly EPS payroll analysis reports for hotel review.
- Monitor and review EPSYS, preparing GRNI at month-end.
- Ensure timely and informative financial information delivery, collaborating closely with the shared service team.
- Support hotel teams in monitoring and reporting on KPIs, ensuring compliance with company policies.
- Liaise with Corporate Risk Internal Auditor to maintain tight financial controls in the hotels, ensuring PCI and GDPR compliance.
- Assist SSC management accountants with data provision for monthly forecasts.
Qualifications
- Effective communicator with a customer-focused approach
- Proficient in financial reporting and analysis
- Initiative and strong attention to detail
- Knowledge of financial & property management systems: SUN (Financial), PMS (Opera, Brilliant, OnQ), EPSYS (purchasing), EPS (payroll), EPOS (Maitre D, Micros, Brilliant)
Rewards & Benefits
- Exclusive discounts for you, your friends and family: Valor team member rates at our UK hotels, with rooms from just £30 Bed and Breakfast; Discounted stays for friends and family; 50% discount when dining in our restaurants and bars; Free meals while on duty; Access to high-street discounts; Up to 40% savings on bikes with Cycle To Work Scheme; Generous refer-a-friend bonuses starting at £250.
- Caring for your health and wellbeing: Calendar of wellness activities; Employee Assistance Programme (free confidential advice 24/7); Healthcare Cash Plan options from £5 per month.
- Supporting your hospitality career growth: Fully funded apprenticeship programmes; Internal development programmes; Monthly and annual team member service awards.
About [Employer hidden]
[Employer hidden] manages over 100 hotels across four continents. We were recognised by The Sunday Times as a top ten Very Big Organisation in the 2024 and 2025 Best Places to Work lists as well as being the top ranked hospitality business in 2025. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.
Department: Finance | Role: Finance Assistant | Locations: Shared Services - Salford Quays