Executive recruitment company, Monroe Consulting Group Thailand, is recruiting on behalf of a well-established luxury hotel in Koh Samui Thailand. Our client is providing luxury hospitality accommodation and services to both local and international individuals.
The Finance Controller will play a key role in overseeing the hotel's financial health, operational efficiency, and long-term financial planning. The position requires a hands-on leader with strong analytical capabilities and the ability to support strategic decision-making across the business
Job Responsibilities
- Directing the hotel's financial operations and supporting overall business performance
- Supervising financial reporting activities to ensure accuracy, consistency, and timely delivery
- Developing and strengthening internal control procedures to protect company assets and ensure compliance
- Leading, mentoring, and developing the finance team while promoting a high-performance culture
- Evaluating and approving capital expenditure requests in accordance with business priorities and investment strategies
- Maintaining strong working relationships with external stakeholders including banks, auditors, and tax authorities
- Partnering with the General Manager and Executive Leadership Team to support operational and financial objectives
- Coordinating with the Corporate Office to ensure compliance with company financial standards, policies, and reporting requirements
- Preparing detailed financial reports, forecasts, and business analyses for senior leadership and ownership
- Managing the annual budget preparation process along with periodic forecasting and financial planning exercises
- Monitoring departmental costs and implementing effective cost management initiatives throughout the property
- Ensuring adherence to local regulations, accounting principles, and international financial standards
- Managing cash flow, liquidity, and working capital to maintain a strong financial position
- Overseeing payroll operations to ensure timely and accurate salary processing
- Identifying opportunities to improve profitability, optimize revenue streams, & reduce operational costs
Job Requirements
- Relevant degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related discipline, along with a recognized professional accounting qualification
- Relevant years of experience in a senior finance management role within the hospitality industry, including:
- Demonstrated success in improving hotel financial performance
- Strong expertise in accounting, financial management, and taxation
- Experience preparing, analyzing, and presenting management and statutory reports
- In-depth understanding of hotel finance controls and compliance procedures
- Solid experience with budgeting and forecasting processes
- Proven leadership abilities with experience managing teams, meeting deadlines, developing staff
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels
- Experience in hotel openings, rebranding projects, or cluster finance operations would be beneficial
- Excellent written and spoken Thai and English
- Strong computer proficiency, including systems implementation experience and working knowledge of QuickBooks, Opera, and Micros
