For our Aldiana Club Rocca Nettuno Calabria, part of DERTOUR Hotels & Resorts and the DERTOUR Group, we are looking for an experienced, commercially minded and hands-on Head of Finance who acts as a strategic business partner to the General Manager and actively contributes to the financial and operational success of the resort.

As a member of the local management team, you will be responsible for all finance, accounting, controlling and compliance activities of the resort. Beyond ensuring accurate financial reporting, you will proactively analyze business performance, identify opportunities and risks, challenge assumptions and support the implementation of measures that drive profitability, efficiency and sustainable growth.

In this role, you also serve as the key interface between the resort and the Group's central finance functions, ensuring compliance with Group Reporting, Accounting Policies, Governance requirements and internal Group standards.

This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional who combines strong technical expertise with a hands-on approach, leadership capabilities and a passion for the hospitality industry.

Responsibilities:

Financial Management, Accounting and Compliance

- Lead and manage all accounting and finance activities of the resort
- Ensure timely and accurate preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements
- Act as key contact for Corporate Finance, ensuring compliance with IFRS reporting requirements and Group accounting policies
- Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger and cash management processes
- Monitor banking activities, liquidity planning and working capital requirements
- Coordinate annual audits and act as the primary contact for auditors, tax consultants and authorities
- Ensure compliance with all applicable Italian legal, tax and regulatory requirements, as well as Group and divisional policies, governance standards and compliance frameworks
- Maintain effective internal controls,



monitor relevant legislative developments and cooperate closely with external legal, compliance and tax advisors where required

Business Performance, Controlling & Commercial Steering

- Lead the annual budgeting process and periodic forecasting cycles
- Monitor financial and operational performance through KPIs, management reports and analytical reviews
- Work closely with Headquarter departments such as Finance, Revenue Management, Commercial and Asset Management
- Monitor, analyze and steer key hospitality performance indicators (e.g. Occupancy, ADR, RevPAR, GOP/EBITDA, Personnel Costs, F&B; Costs and Ancillary Revenue Streams)
- Analyze variances against budget, forecast, prior year results and strategic targets and derive actionable recommendations
- Support investment decisions through CAPEX evaluations, feasibility studies and business case analyses
- Support department heads in cost management and profitability optimization
- Drive continuous improvement of reporting processes and financial transparency
- Prepare business reviews, financial analyses and management presentations for local management and headquarters

Leadership & Business Partnering

- Act as trusted advisor and sparring partner to the General Manager on all financial and commercial matters
- Support strategic and operational decision-making through fact-based financial insights and recommendations
- Build strong partnerships with all resort departments to ensure financial objectives are embedded in day-to-day operations
- Lead, develop and motivate the local finance team
- Foster a culture of accountability,



ownership and continuous improvement
- Ensure effective collaboration with Corporate Finance and other group functions

Qualification:

Qualifications & Experience

- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a related field
- Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in finance, accounting or controlling, ideally in a leadership position
- Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis and performance management
- Good understanding of IFRS and international reporting standards
- Hospitality, tourism or service industry experience is highly desirable
- Strong understanding of hotel business drivers and operational performance management
- Strong knowledge of Italian accounting principles, taxation and statutory requirements
- Good understanding of the Italian business, legal and regulatory environment
- Familiarity with regional structures in Southern Italy and/or Calabria is considered as advantage

Technical Skills

- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
- Experience with financial systems
- Knowledge of Dynamics, Opera PMS and other hospitality-related systems

Languages

- Excellent communication skills in English and Italian, German would be a plus

Competencies:

- Strong leadership and people management skills
- Business partner mentality with the ability to work with stakeholders across different functions and levels
- Commercial mindset with a strong focus on value creation and business performance
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail
- Ability to make sound decisions and effectively prioritize responsibilities
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Strong negotiation and relationship-building capabilities
- Structured, reliable and highly organized working style
- Team player with a hands-on attitude and strong sense of ownership

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🏢 Aldiana Club Resorts
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