Belmond Assistant Financial Controller

About Belmond

Belmond is a distinguished name in luxury travel, curating exceptional hotels, trains, river cruises and safaris in some of the world’s most storied destinations. As an employer, Belmond offers the rare opportunity to contribute to experiences defined by heritage, artistry and deeply personal service, while belonging to a global hospitality house within the LVMH family. The company values intuitive excellence, cultural curiosity and respect for place, encouraging colleagues to become ambassadors of timeless travel. With roles spanning operations, gastronomy, wellness, sales and corporate functions, Belmond fosters careers shaped by craftsmanship, international perspective and the pursuit of unforgettable guest moments.

Belmond is recruiting an Assistant Financial Controller to work on property at multiple locations in Italy, with possible temporary relocation across Southern Europe, including Italy, Spain, and Portugal. The role oversees accounting operations, supports financial control, reporting, budgeting, and audits, and supervises accounting staff. The position offers a permanent contract under C.C.N.L. Settore Turismo, Level II.

Role & Responsibilities

• Oversees Accounting department activities to ensure optimal efficiency and performance.
• Represents the Financial Controller in their absence.
• Assists the Financial Controller with budgeting and forecasting.
• Directs and supervises Accounting department employees, including income auditors and accountants.
• Assists the Financial Controller in implementing policies, rules, internal controls, and safeguards that support profitability and operational control; liaises with internal and external auditors.
• Coordinates month-end closing, prepares required journal entries, reviews financial statements analytically, and explains variances from budget.
• Assists the Financial Controller with financial reporting to Corporate Headquarters.
• Coordinates annual internal and external audit processes.
• Monitors departmental internal controls and creates and implements operating procedures as needed.
• Coordinates balance-sheet reconciliations.
• Delegates accounting tasks to junior accounting staff.
• Identifies solutions to discrepancies in financial records.
• Contributes to team efforts by completing related tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Highly skilled in accounting and financial processes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized.
• Strong time-management skills and ability to prioritize tasks.
• Excellent critical-thinking skills.
• Previous experience in a similar role.
• Background in business and accounting.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Good analytical and reasoning skills.
• Ability to think clearly under pressure.
• Ability to complete work in a timely, accurate, and thorough manner.
• Ability to work effectively and relate well to senior management, colleagues, and subordinates.
• English language essential.
• Spanish and Portuguese language desirable.

Skills

Experience

Previous experience in a similar role.

Education

Business and accounting background.

Workplace

Benefits

Permanent employment contract under C.C.N.L. Settore Turismo, Level II; complimentary and preferred-rate experiences at Belmond destinations; wellness programs.

Culture

Belmond fosters a workplace culture rooted in exceptional hospitality, craftsmanship, and a deep respect for the heritage of its iconic hotels, trains, river cruises, and safari lodges. As an employer, it encourages employees to create memorable, highly personalized experiences while nurturing a collaborative, multicultural environment where service excellence and storytelling are central to everyday work.

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