Central Cost Financial Controller

We’re Hiring: Central Costs Financial Controller | Splendid Hospitality Group

We’re looking for a Central Costs Financial Controller to lead financial control, transparency, and performance across our central functions.

Reporting to the Group Operations Finance Director, this is a pivotal role shaping a robust, disciplined approach to managing overheads within a fast-paced, multi-brand hospitality business.

You’ll strengthen financial foundations — from reporting accuracy and cost control to governance and forecasting — while partnering closely with senior stakeholders to turn data into clear, actionable insight that drives better decision-making.

At the same time, you’ll lead budgeting, forecasting, and cost analysis, helping to ensure the organisation operates with clarity, control, and commercial focus.

This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of a high-impact finance role within a dynamic, entrepreneurial organisation — balancing hands-on delivery with senior stakeholder influence.

About Splendid Hospitality Group

We build and operate exceptional hospitality brands across the UK, including:

Hilton London Bankside

The Grand, York

Four Points Flex by Sheraton, London Euston

9 IHG hotels, including boutique Hotel Indigo properties

6 Accor hotels

39 KFC restaurants

3 Chaiiwala restaurants

3 care homes in Sussex

As a family-run business, people are at the heart of everything we do. Guided by the Splendid Hospitality Way, we create extraordinary experiences, positively impact lives, and support our teams to grow, succeed, and enjoy the journey.

The Role

You will:

• Lead financial reporting and month-end processes for central cost functions, ensuring accuracy and strong control
• Own budgeting and forecasting, partnering with budget holders to challenge spend and improve cost efficiency
• Act as a trusted business partner to senior stakeholders, supporting decision-making and investment analysis
• Deliver clear management reporting on cost performance, risks and opportunities
• Strengthen governance, compliance and audit readiness across central functions
• Drive continuous improvement across finance processes, systems and reporting
• Build strong relationships, translating financial data into clear, actionable insight

About You

You’ll bring:

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Strong experience in financial control, management accounting or central cost finance within a complex organisation
• Advanced Excel and experience with ERP/reporting systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle, Workday)
• Deep understanding of financial reporting, cost control and budgeting
• A commercially minded, analytical approach with strong attention to detail
• Confidence to influence and challenge senior stakeholders, including Board level
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• A high-impact role shaping financial discipline and cost control across the organisation
• The opportunity to partner with senior leaders and influence key decisions
• Exposure to a diverse, multi-brand hospitality portfolio
• A collaborative, entrepreneurial, family-run culture
• Real opportunity to drive improvements, enhance performance, and make your mark

Ready to join the Splendid family?

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Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an initial conversation to explore experience, ambition, and what makes Splendid a unique place to grow a career.

Splendid Hospitality Group is an equal opportunities employer, committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.