Financial Controller - The Hague

What does the role involve?

At The Hague Marriott, we believe that great hospitality starts behind the scenes. As Financial Controller, you play a key role in the financial foundation of our hotel. You ensure that our financial administration is accurate and up to date, that management and ownership have the right insights, and that we can make informed strategic decisions based on reliable financial information.

With 306 rooms, 24 meeting rooms and multiple F&B outlets, The Hague Marriott is a dynamic environment where no two days are the same. As Financial Controller, you will be part of the Hotel Management Team and work closely with the General Manager, management team, ownership and external partners.

The Hague Marriott is part of YTL Hotels, an international luxury hospitality group with a diverse portfolio of hotels and resorts. In this role, you will report directly to the General Manager of The Hague Marriott and have a reporting line to the Finance Director Europe, YTL Hotels & Properties, ensuring strong alignment between hotel operations, financial performance and the wider YTL organization.

You combine strong financial expertise with a proactive and advisory approach. You keep an overview, identify opportunities and risks, and ensure that our financial processes and results are continuously monitored and optimized.

As part of the Hotel Management Team, you will also be a member of the Duty Management Team. This means that, in addition to your financial responsibilities, you will occasionally take on a duty management shift, including weekend duty, ensuring that the hotel is well managed and supported outside regular office hours.

What will you do?

• You are responsible for managing, controlling and overseeing the hotel’s financial administration.

• You ensure that the financial records are accurate, complete and up to date, providing a clear overview of the hotel’s financial position.

• You prepare periodic financial reports, annual figures, P&L statements and balance sheets.

• You analyze financial results, identify variances and translate your findings into clear insights and recommendations for management and ownership.

• You prepare management reports, forecasts and budgets and discuss the results with relevant stakeholders on a regular basis.

• You are responsible for cash management and cash forecasting.

• You manage and optimize the administrative organization and internal control processes.

• You create awareness around financial risks and contribute to a strong risk management culture within the organization.

• You manage the hotel’s insurance portfolio.

• You oversee project accounting and CAPEX-related activities.

• You prepare periodic tax returns and reports to relevant authorities, including CBS and the Chamber of Commerce.

• You monitor all applicable taxes and ensure that they are correctly calculated, recorded and paid on time.

• You manage and control general ledger accounts and ensure that any discrepancies are identified and resolved in a timely manner.

• You work closely with the General Manager, management team, ownership, accountants and other external partners.

• You act as a key point of contact for financial matters and proactively advise management and ownership on financial and strategic topics.

• You stay up to date with developments in finance, taxation and relevant legislation and translate these developments into practical actions where appropriate.

• You contribute to achieving and exceeding financial, budgetary and team objectives.