Finance Manager

Canopy by Hilton Istanbul Taksim will open its doors in 2025.

Canopy by Hilton Istanbul Taksim will be the first Canopy brand in Türkiye with 110 rooms and three trendy F&B outlets. Every Canopy hotel is handpicked for its distinct character and personality, appealing to passionate travellers seeking local discovery.

We are looking for the Finance Manager for this unique property

Reporting to the General Manager, Finance Manager aims to be recognized as trusted advisor to the business; support Area DOF to develop finance team and enables them to Thrive. The role communicates with impact to all stakeholders, ensures a robust control and compliance environment and is aware of the EMEA finance management company value proposition, which is attractive to existing and new owners.

The role partners with our business to maximize profit for our shareholders and owners and supports the Area DOF to innovate and to deliver an industry leading efficient finance organization. 

What will I be doing?

The Finance Manager is accountable for the hotel in respect of understanding and driving financial performance and is responsible to perform all finance activities within the policy, regulatory and contractual framework. The role will business partner with the General Manager and has accountability for developing excellent working relationships across a broad range of internal and external stakeholders, including within Hotel Finance, Commercial, IT, Procurement, Human Resources, Operations, Shared Service Centers, Owners and Asset Managers as well as Regional Operations Finance. The Finance Manager works closely with all Business Partners to develop best-in-class hotel Finance teams, including participation in all relevant Finance development programs. You will be and remain familiar with the management agreement for the Hotel and implement processes and procedures to ensure the Hotel is operated in compliance with the management agreement and local law and regulations, reporting issues of non-compliance to General Manager and Area DOF.

What are we looking for?

Similar 3 years' experience in 5* international hotels.

• Excellent command of Turkish and English is required
• Local law and regulations expertise
• University/ College degree in Accounting or Finance
• Ability to analyse large volume of complex financial information from many sources and create reports, forecasts, and projections
• Strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to effectively address any issue in collaboration with others as appropriate
• Ability to take initiative to identify, prioritize and implement all elements required for team to fulfil responsibilities
• Ability to manage and develop staff
• Detail oriented and organized
• Ability to develop presentations and effectively present to all levels of company, hotels & ownersStrong communication and negotiation skills (all levels of management and external customers)
• Proficiency in MS Excel, Word and Outlook with the ability to quickly learn new programs when required
• Hilton Hotels experience is an advantage

What’s in it for me?

• Career and development opportunities in Hilton Hotels Worldwide
• Competitive Salary & Wages
• Private Health Insurance
• “Go Hilton” - discounted room rates in Hilton Hotels Worldwide for yourself and your family members & friends
• Complimentary Dry Cleaning for Business Attire
• 50% discount on personal food & beverage consumption in the sister hotels.
• 14 days paid paternity leave
• Opportunity to make a positive impact on environment and community with Travel with Purpose program

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travellers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands.  Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day.  And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!