Financial Controller
Financial Controller

Generator Hostels

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Financial Controller

About the job

FINANCIAL CONTROLLER – LONDON
We need an exceptional and passionate Financial Controller to join our Generator team. If you are an inspiring leader and communicator, a people person through and through and have a genuine desire to be part of something big then your journey should start here. Help us to create an unforgettable experience. Be a part of Europe’s fastest moving, ground-breaking, lifestyle & hospitality brand. Join Generator, be yourself.

 

WHO ARE WE
Generator is on a journey. Appropriate, given that we're a leading global lifestyle accommodation brand. The journey began in London, swung through a heap of European capitals on its way to dominating the world. Generator burst onto the scene in the Americas with the launch of Generator Miami and Washington DC and most recently took aim at the country’s biggest markets (NYC, LA, Miami and Chicago) with the acquisition of Freehand Hotels.

No biggie. Fast Company named us one of the top 50 most innovative global companies. We, of course, agree. And now this top 50 most innovative global company (did we mention that?) wants a pretty awesome Financial Controller for Generator London.

Our spaces are safe and seriously social, in the proudest part of the beating heart of the cities we love. Cultural action, creative pulse and an outstanding way to waste some of the finite time the universe has given you - that's what Generator offers. Holds true for staff and visitors equally, and while chic design is always the backdrop, every Generator in every destination reflects the unique beat of that city's heart.

BEING YOURSELF is the key to bringing the Generator story and brand to life.

ABOUT GENERATOR LONDON

Generator London is a short stroll from Covent Garden, Regents Park and the British Museum. When crafting this hostel we redesigned this old police station to reflect the city’s street life. Local reclaimed timber, exposed brickwork and hot-rolled black steel give the hostel an industrial feel. Bold graphics, vibrant patterns and famous British cultural icons combine to capture London's cosmopolitan vibe. Make sure you catch the classic red bus that’s parked next to our bar’s dance floor every night. Don’t be late, London’s calling.

NUTS AND BOLTS OF THE JOB

  • Prepare and review monthly management accounts and property reports
  • Oversee all financial accounts, prepare financial statements and liaise with external auditors to ensure annual audits are carried out
  • Take responsibility for property cash flow, preparing weekly and monthly cash flow forecasts
  • Prepare and supervise banking operations, oversee loans and other financial instruments
  • Manage the preparation of annual budgets with the GM & Produce quarterly forecasts
  • Supervise the day to day operations e.g. credit control, payroll, flash reports
  • Prepare benchmarking analysis on key financial revenues/expenditure
  • Manage and supervise the Accounts Payable function and purchase procedures
  • Work as a business partner with the management team and GM
  • Communicate effectively and appropriately in all directions so that all teams understand their financial responsibilities and are motivated to achieve them
  • Support the Group CFO and VP Finance on finance projects as required

 

Naturally this is not intended as an exhaustive list of duties. Other duties as may be reasonably required will form part of this job description.

WHAT’S IN YOUR DNA

  • Have a high level of business acumen & impeccable honesty
  • Be an excellent communicator and motivator
  • Be highly commercial and always keep us legal
  • Be creative, innovative and a digitally smart
  • You must be eligible to work in the UK to be considered for this role

 

YOUR ROCK STAR EXPERIENCE

  • Qualified ACA, ACCA  or CIMA with minimum 2 years experience.
  • Highly experienced in analysis and requirement gathering, ideally having operated in an organisation through business change and transformation
  • Established, with a proven track record of introducing cost saving financial initiatives, new systems and processes

 

OUR GLOBAL EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

  • Birthday holiday in addition to your yearly holiday allocation
  • Fertility Treatment Support Leave - up to three days' paid leave in any one year for an employee to undergo fertility treatment
  • Employee Bounty Program providing opportunities to earn a compensation for new hire referrals with no cap on number of referrals made 
  • Company contribution towards gym membership fees for all eligible employees – look good, feel good, work good
  • Ideas Award - Quarterly award to double gross basic salary for 1 month to employee with most valuable suggestion/feedback
  • 2 free nights’ accommodation across any of our Generator x Freehand properties globally
  • Reduced room rates for staff as well as friends and family members (we operate in several locations across Europe & US so your next holiday is sorted)
  • International career opportunities so you can travel the world while working with us (win-win!)
  • Social events, celebrations calendar & various employee recognition schemes – we never ever need an excuse to let our hair down!
  • Online learning tools to help you develop, learn and grow

SO YOU THINK THIS MIGHT BE YOU?
That's cool. Send us your application in English. If you’ve got questions, get in touch!

Also, check out jobs.staygenerator.com or our social media pages. Here you may well find the answers to life, the universe and everything, including why there are no penguins at the North Pole. We look forward to hearing from you.

Join Us and help us achieve our Vision! 

Required skills: Fast-Paced Experience, Bookkeeping, Financial Controller, Accounting

About you

  • Language required: English.

The company

Voted by Fast Company as one of the top 50 Most Innovative Global Companies, Generator provides unique, experience and design-led accommodation options located in 14 destinations across Europe & the U.S.

Pioneers of affordable luxury and masters of the social experience, Generator’s properties include a range of room types from shared to private bedrooms, chill-out areas, bars, cafes and a variety of spaces available for private hire.

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Financial Controller

London, United Kingdom

Full-time, Indefinite

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