Finance Controller with CA qualification and 1–5 years of experience in the hospitality industry

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Company Overview: Join a premium hotel brand backed by a reputed conglomerate with a consolidated turnover of ₹400+ Crores. The business operates a flagship hotel with 200 keys and is positioned for rapid expansion and a public listing (IPO) in the next 2–3 years. We are currently in the process of raising private capital to fuel this growth, offering a unique opportunity for exposure to both institutional fundraising and capital markets. Key Responsibilities: Financial Planning & Reporting • Manage and oversee the finance and accounts operations of the hotel business. • Prepare accurate and timely monthly MIS, financial statements, and performance reports. • Conduct profitability and variance analysis with clear business insights for decision-making. Budgeting & Forecasting • Support the preparation of annual budgets, forecasts, and business plans. • Ensure real-time tracking of budget vs actuals and recommend corrective actions. Internal Controls & Compliance • Strengthen internal financial controls and implement hotel industry best practices. • Ensure compliance with all statutory, tax, and audit requirements, including GST, TDS, ROC filings, etc. Fundraising Support • Collaborate with the Group CFO and leadership in preparing investor presentations, pitch decks, financial models, and due diligence data rooms. • Coordinate with legal, tax, and financial advisors to ensure all financial documents meet investor expectations and compliance norms. • Act as the internal finance lead during the fundraise process, providing necessary data, projections, and timely responses to investor queries. Investor Relations • Develop and maintain robust investor reporting mechanisms. • Prepare and deliver regular investor updates, performance dashboards, and quarterly financial packs. • Be the go-to person for finance-related communication with existing and potential investors. IPO Readiness • Contribute to building strong financial systems, documentation, and governance processes for IPO-readiness. • Work with external consultants and auditors to ensure clean financial records and reporting practices. Cost & Margin Optimization • Analyze cost centers including operations, F&B, payroll, and capex, and recommend cost efficiency strategies. • Monitor key hotel KPIs such as RevPAR, ARR, Occupancy %, and GOP margins to support business performance. ERP & Systems Implementation • Drive digitization and automation of financial processes, ERP integration, and system enhancements for better control and reporting. Candidate Profile: • Qualification: CA • Experience: 1–5 years in a finance role, preferably within the hospitality sector. • Proven exposure to capital raising, investor engagement, or due diligence processes is highly desirable. • Strong working knowledge of financial modeling, accounting standards, and compliance. • Excellent communication skills, stakeholder management, and attention to detail. • Tech-savvy with experience using ERP and hotel-specific accounting tools (e.g., IDS, SAP, Oracle Hospitality, etc.). Why Join Us? • Be part of a high-growth hotel business backed by a reputed conglomerate. • Take a lead role in fundraising and IPO preparation—experience that can fast-track your finance career. • Work closely with the Group CFO and top leadership in shaping the company’s financial future. Show more Show less