Assistant Financial Controller
CV-LibraryGirvan, South AyrshirepermanentPosted: 6 May 2026
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Location: Ayrshire, Scotland
Sector: Luxury Hospitality
Type: Full-time, Permanent
The Opportunity
An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Financial Controller to join a renowned luxury hospitality destination in Ayrshire. Set within an iconic and high-performing environment, this role offers exposure to a sophisticated operation with a strong reputation for excellence.
Working closely with the Director of Finance, you will play a key role in overseeing the day-to-day finance function while supporting strategic and commercial decision-making across the business.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Management & Reporting
Support the preparation of annual budgets and ongoing forecasts
Assist in the delivery of accurate and timely month-end and year-end close processes
Review accruals, prepayments, and balance sheet reconciliations
Perform bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies
Produce payroll analysis and management reporting
Ensure integrity across general and purchase ledgersControls, Audit & Compliance
Maintain and enforce robust financial controls and procedures
Support internal and external audit processes
Review invoice coding and ensure appropriate supporting documentation
Oversee payment runs, including BACS and intercompany transactionsOperational & Commercial Support
Contribute to the development of financial policies and objectives
Partner with operational departments to enhance financial performance
Support income audit, accounts receivable, and credit control activitiesTeam Leadership
Supervise and support a finance team of up to five individuals
Lead performance reviews, training, and ongoing development
Foster a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement
Candidate Profile
Minimum three year's experience in a similar finance role
Payroll experience
Strong technical accounting knowledge and analytical capability
Confident communicator with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels
Highly organised with the ability to manage competing priorities
Experience within hospitality or a multi-site environment would be advantageous
Technical Skills
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Experience with accounting systems (e.g. Dataplus or similar)
Familiarity with Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace
The Offer
Opportunity to join a well-established, high-calibre hospitality environment
Exposure to senior leadership and strategic finance operations
Collaborative and professional working culture
Competitive salary and benefits package
Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website
Location: Ayrshire, Scotland
Sector: Luxury Hospitality
Type: Full-time, Permanent
The Opportunity
An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Financial Controller to join a renowned luxury hospitality destination in Ayrshire. Set within an iconic and high-performing environment, this role offers exposure to a sophisticated operation with a strong reputation for excellence.
Working closely with the Director of Finance, you will play a key role in overseeing the day-to-day finance function while supporting strategic and commercial decision-making across the business.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Management & Reporting
Support the preparation of annual budgets and ongoing forecasts
Assist in the delivery of accurate and timely month-end and year-end close processes
Review accruals, prepayments, and balance sheet reconciliations
Perform bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies
Produce payroll analysis and management reporting
Ensure integrity across general and purchase ledgersControls, Audit & Compliance
Maintain and enforce robust financial controls and procedures
Support internal and external audit processes
Review invoice coding and ensure appropriate supporting documentation
Oversee payment runs, including BACS and intercompany transactionsOperational & Commercial Support
Contribute to the development of financial policies and objectives
Partner with operational departments to enhance financial performance
Support income audit, accounts receivable, and credit control activitiesTeam Leadership
Supervise and support a finance team of up to five individuals
Lead performance reviews, training, and ongoing development
Foster a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement
Candidate Profile
Minimum three year's experience in a similar finance role
Payroll experience
Strong technical accounting knowledge and analytical capability
Confident communicator with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels
Highly organised with the ability to manage competing priorities
Experience within hospitality or a multi-site environment would be advantageous
Technical Skills
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Experience with accounting systems (e.g. Dataplus or similar)
Familiarity with Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace
The Offer
Opportunity to join a well-established, high-calibre hospitality environment
Exposure to senior leadership and strategic finance operations
Collaborative and professional working culture
Competitive salary and benefits package
Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website