This is an outstanding chance to join one of Cairns' most recognised premium hotels and become a key member of its senior leadership team. Located in the heart of Tropical North Queensland, this iconic five-star property is perfectly positioned for both leisure and corporate guests, offering premium accommodation, extensive Food & Beverage operations and a strong conference and events business. As part of one of the world's largest and most respected hospitality groups, this role provides the opportunity to work within a globally recognised brand while enjoying the lifestyle that comes with living in beautiful Cairns.
The Role
Reporting directly to the General Manager, you will lead the hotel's Finance function and play a critical role as a commercial business partner to the senior leadership team. This is much more than a traditional financial controller position. You will be expected to be visible within the operation, understand how the hotel trades and use financial insight to influence commercial decisions, improve profitability and drive stronger business performance. Leading a team across finance, purchasing, receiving, accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll, you will take ownership of the hotel's financial integrity while providing strategic insight to the General Manager, ownership and department heads. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Hotel Accountant or Assistant Financial Controller ready to take the next step into a senior leadership position.
Key Responsibilities




Lead and manage the hotel's complete Finance function and work closely with department heads to improve financial performance and profitability
Act as a commercial business partner to the General Manager and leadership team
Provide financial insight and recommendations across Rooms, Food & Beverage and Conference & Events
Take full ownership of financial reporting, month-end processes and financial statements and lead the hotel's budgeting and forecasting processes
Prepare and present monthly financial and owner reports & monitor revenue, costs, cash flow, debtors and overall business performance
Maintain strong financial controls, governance and compliance while overseeing the accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, purchasing and receiving
Drive continuous improvement across financial systems, processes and controls
Maintain solid relationships with ownership, auditors, banks and key stakeholders while leading, coaching and developing a high-performing finance team
Ensure the effective use of hotel systems including Opera Cloud, Sun System, Zambion and PurchasePlus
Skills & Experience
To be successful in this role, you will have:
Previous senior finance experience within a
hotel environment - essential
CA or CPA qualification with relevant tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Finance or Commerce




Robust commercial acumen and the ability to turn financial data into practical business decisions
Demonstrated experience with hotel financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting
Strong understanding of hotel operations and the relationship between Finance and operational performance
Experience leading and developing a finance team with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Strong attention to detail with a high level of financial integrity
The confidence to work closely with General Managers, department heads, ownership and external stakeholders
Experience with Opera Cloud, Sun System, Zambion payroll and PurchasePlus would be highly regarded
Full Australian working rights
The Benefits
Join an iconic five-star Cairns hotel
Become a key member of the hotel's senior leadership team
Attractive remuneration package
Short-Term Performance Incentive program
Global accommodation and Food & Beverage discounts
Extensive training and professional development opportunities through Accor
Genuine career progression within one of the world's largest hospitality groups
Opportunity for remote/hybrid arrangements for exceptional candidates
Live and work in the spectacular Tropical North Queensland lifestyle
If you are an experienced Hotel Accountant, Assistant Financial Controller or Financial Controller looking for your next career move, this role offers the opportunity to
step into a senior leadership position, influence commercial performance and build your career with a global hospitality organisation.
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📌 Director Of Finance (Cairns)
🏢 Frontline Hospitality
📍 Cairns