Financial Controller

**FINANCIAL CONTROLLER - BERLIN**
We need an experienced and commercially astute leader to join our Finance team in Berlin. As a Financial Controller, you will be ensuring that all accounting processes and procedures are completed efficiently and accurately. You will be fully responsible for maintaining an efficient and accurate accounting function and work closely with Regional Financial Controller & property General Manager’s. You will be based out of our Finance office based in Berlin Prenzlauer Berg.

**WHO ARE WE**
Generator is on a journey. Appropriate, given that we're a leading global lifestyle accommodation brand. The journey began in London, swung through a heap of European capitals on its way to dominating the world. Generator burst onto the scene in the Americas with the launch of Generator Miami and Washington DC and most recently took aim at the country’s biggest markets (NYC, LA, Miami and Chicago) with the acquisition of Freehand Hotels.

No biggie. Fast Company named us one of the top 50 most innovative global companies. We, of course, agree. And now this top 50 most innovative global company (did we mention that?) wants a pretty awesome Financial Controller for Generator Berlin Mitte.

Our spaces are safe and seriously social, in the proudest part of the beating heart of the cities we love. Cultural action, creative pulse and an outstanding way to waste some of the finite time the universe has given you - that's what Generator offers. Holds true for staff and visitors equally, and while chic design is always the backdrop, every Generator in every destination reflects the unique beat of that city's heart.

BEING YOURSELF is the key to bringing the Generator story and brand to life.

**ABOUT GENERATOR BERLIN MITTE**

Winner of the 2017 Trip Expert Experts' Choice Award. Berlin’s renaissance has made it one of the most appealing cities for artists and musicians, its reputation cemented as a cultural powerhouse where epic party nights aren’t just one-offs. Once you come you won’t want to leave. Generator Berlin Mitte is right in the heart of the city. Formerly two 19th century office buildings, it’s now fused into one arts-focused über hostel. And it’s all within stress-free walking distance of Hackescher Markt, Alexanderplatz and Kunsthaus Tacheles.

For art enthusiasts, the hostel includes a sculptural string installation by French artist Sebastian Preschoux and corridors filled with super-sized signature faces by Thierry Noir. A historic courtyard, vibrant social spaces and a chill-out library make it feel like a real home away from home.

**ABOUT GENERATOR BERLIN PRENZLAUER BERG**

Located in East Berlin’s most laid-back neighbourhood, Generator Prenzlauer Berg offers a clean and safe space situated moments away from the Landsberger Allee S-Bahn and Tram station.

This Generator is rich in history as it sits in a former Communist office block - now home to a chilled beer garden, open public spaces and large entertainment areas, it is ideal for groups and school travellers. Check out the nearby Olympic swimming pool and Velodrom concert hall. Then take a quick tram ride to some of the city’s big hitters, like Alexanderplatz, the TV Tower and the Stasi Museum. Generator Prenzlauer Berg is the perfect launchpad for exploring the city.

**NUTS AND BOLTS OF THE JOB**
- Prepare and review monthly management accounts and property reports
- Oversee all financial accounts, prepare financial statements and liaise with external auditors to ensure annual audits are carried out
- Take responsibility for property cash flow, preparing weekly and monthly cash flow forecasts
- Prepare and supervise banking operations, oversee loans and other financial instruments
- Manage the preparation of annual budgets with the GM & Produce quarterly forecasts
- Supervise the day to day operations e.g. credit control, payroll, flash reports
- Prepare benchmarking analysis on key financial revenues/expenditure
- Manage and supervise the Accounts Payable function and purchase procedures
- Work as a business partner with the management team and GM
- Communicate effectively and appropriately in all directions so that all teams understand their financial responsibilities and are motivated to achieve them
- Support the Regional Finance team on finance projects as required
- Naturally this is not intended as an exhaustive list of duties. Other duties as may be reasonably required will form part of this job description._

**WHAT’S IN YOUR DNA**
- Have a high level of business acumen & impeccable honesty
- Be an excellent communicator and motivator
- Be highly commercial and always keep us legal
- Be creative, innovative and a digitally smart
- You must be eligible to work in the EU to be considered for this role

**YOUR ROCK STAR EXPERIENCE**
- Experience managing budgets, increasing profitability, preparing monthly statement and forecasting results in a similar-sized property
- Have qualifications or exten