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Group Financial Controller required for a prestigious hotel group located in Kent and Surrey. As Group Financial Controller you will be working within a finance team of 6. Reporting to the Financial Director, this role is based in the Dartford area.As the Group Financial Controller, you will play a leading role within the Finance Team and will be instrumental in their growth plans. Reporting to the Finance Director, the Group Financial Controller, is responsible for all day-to-day financial matters, including reporting, budgeting, forecasting and managing the accounts team of four. With this role playing a vital part in the further projects, you will be integral to the business activities of the group.We are looking for a genuine self-starter who has the ability, potential, and a thirst to learn and grow with a track record of leadership and a strong understanding of financial principles and practices leading the team to deliver the day-to-day financial tasks and delivery of the overall Finance Roadmap.MAIN DUTIES:Commercial Focus:Lead the delivery of monthly group management accounts in accordance with timetable and provides analyses, interpretations and projections to hotel management and senior management, as requested.Collaborate with the Purchasing Manager to analyse costs, compare them to industry benchmarks, and identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiencies.Conduct detailed reviews and track actual results against the F&B and Rooms Metrics by performing periodic reforecasts to ensure alignment with property strategy and identify areas for improvement.Working closely with the General Manager and operational team to understand key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide financial support to management, in the formulation and implementation of the hotel’s forecasts.Responsib