Head of Finance & Administration 

Job Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of Finance and Administration to join our team. This key role requires a strong entrepreneurial mindset, a proven ability to lead and grow a high-performing team, and expertise in financial management. The successful candidate will be responsible for achieving commercial targets, ensuring strict financial control, and managing key back-of-house departments. You will be instrumental in ensuring the business operates profitably and efficiently, focusing on back-of-house operations to maintain seamless communication and effective support for the overall business.

 

Key Responsibilities

 

Finance Management

• Oversee all local company accounts and investments, ensuring accurate and timely recording, filing, and reporting of all transactions.

• Provide strategic financial leadership to the organization, supporting commercial targets and profitability goals.

• Analyse and communicate monthly financial results with the General Manager and partners during regular meetings.

• Ensure compliance with local accounting standards, tax regulations, and internal policies.

• Lead and motivate the finance team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

• Develop, manage, and review budgets, monitoring performance to identify trends and financial forecasts.

• Handle Billing, Accounts Receivables/Payables, Cost Accounting, Inventory Accounting, and Revenue Recognition.

• Monitor cash flow, track transactions, and regularly review internal financial reports.

• Suggest updates and improvements to accounting systems, including invoicing processes.

• Collaborate with auditors to ensure compliance with all local regulations.

 • Manage local, state, and federal reporting requirements, including tax filings.

 

Financial Analysis and Reporting

o Create and present weekly, monthly, and annual financial reports, identifying key results, trends, and financial forecasts.

o Develop comprehensive financial plans and budgets, using data analysis to drive decisions. 

o Regularly review financial plans to identify cost-saving opportunities and increase efficiency.

o Conduct regular balance sheet reconciliations for accuracy and financial integrity. 

o Keep the Finance Director Europe updated on key financial issues, performance metrics, and site operations.

 

Back-of-House Management

 • Manage and lead back-of-house departments, including Maintenance, IT and Purchasing, ensuring seamless operations that support the overall business.

• Coordinate with the Maintenance team to ensure the facility is well-maintained and meets high standards.

• Oversee IT operations to guarantee robust technology infrastructure and support for staff.

• Supervise the Purchasing team, ensuring efficient procurement of quality goods and services within budget.

• Foster effective communication across all back-of-house departments to facilitate smooth business operations.

• Support team development, setting high standards of professionalism and operational excellence. 

 

General Duties

• Support the Finance Director Europe in implementing consistent financial processes across the European region.

 • Lead by example in customer service and team engagement, reinforcing company values.

• Handle additional ad-hoc duties as required.

 

Qualifications & Experience

• Hotel Management experience; leadership skills; interpersonal skills

• Bachelor's degree ormaster's degree in accounting, business, economics, finance, or a related field

• 7+ years of experience in a Finance leadership role and 5+ years of experience in the hospitality sector, preferably within an international firm

• Advanced excel and analytical skills • Proficient in various financial software applications and programs

• Honesty; integrity; reliability • Attention to detail; organizationalskills; critical thinking and problem-solving skills

• Ability to maintain a high level of business relationship with all partners

• Excellent command of Turkish & English, verbal & written

 

What We Offer

Soho House was created to bring diverse communities of people together, and we take the same approach when building our teams. We thrive on differences and believe it is critical to our success as a global company. Soho House is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace that seeks to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We therefore encourage applications from all genders, races, religions,ages and sexual orientations, as well as parents, veterans, people living with disabilities,and any other groups that could bring diverse perspectivesto ourbusiness.