Job description
As Head of our Accounting team, you play a pivotal role in driving the financial performance and strategic direction of Melia Vienna.
What awaits you as Finance Business Partner (f/m/d):
• Leading, developing, and mentoring the Accounting team across the cluster, including apprentices
• Acting as a strategic partner to hotel leadership, supporting business decisions through financial insights and recommendations
• Overseeing the preparation of monthly reports, forecasts, and ad-hoc analyses for management and Corporate Office
• Ensuring the accurate and timely preparation of monthly and annual financial statements
• Managing and optimizing accounts receivable and accounts payable processes
• Taking ownership of financial systems, including the procurement platform Coupa, and driving continuous improvements
• Monitoring and analysing operational KPIs, identifying opportunities, and implementing measures to enhance financial performance
• Collaborating closely with key departments such as Human Resources, Revenue Management, Front Office, and Reservations to support overall business success
• Acting as a key contact for audits and ensuring compliance with internal and external regulations
This position is classified according to the collective agreement in Austria for employees, with a minimum payout of €2.699,- (BG1) gross per month, ensuring a distinctive overpayment.
A bonus of 10% is possible depending on performance.
What you bring:
• Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a comparable qualification, combined with several years of leadership experience within the hospitality industry
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills with a deep understanding of financial operations
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to inspire, develop, and manage teams
• High affinity for systems and digital tools, with experience in financial and ERP systems
• Strong attention to detail combined with a pragmatic, solution-oriented mindset
• Structured, independent, and results-driven working style
• Excellent communication skills in English; additional languages are a plus
