About the Role:
We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Hotel Asset Management Analyst to join this dynamic team. This role will be instrumental in monitoring, analysing, and optimizing the financial performance of a portfolio of hotels. The successful candidate will provide key insights, support strategic decision-making, and ensure the maximization of asset value.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct financial analysis, modelling, and reporting for a portfolio of hotels to assess performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
- Support the asset management team in developing and executing strategies to enhance operational efficiency and profitability.
- Analyse hotel financial statements (P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow) to track key performance indicators (KPIs) and variances.
- Work closely with hotel operators and internal stakeholders to evaluate revenue management, cost control, and capital expenditure initiatives.
- Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and benchmarking performance against industry standards.
- Prepare investor and board reports, highlighting financial trends, risks, and opportunities.
- Conduct market research and competitive analysis to assess industry trends and investment opportunities.
- Support due diligence and financial modelling for acquisitions, dispositions, and refinancing activities.
- Maintain strong relationships with hotel management teams, external advisors, and financial institutions.
Key Requirements:
- Hotel industry experience is essential, with a solid understanding of hotel operations, revenue management, and financial reporting.
- A degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Hospitality Management, or a related field.
- Strong financial modeling and analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and financial analysis tools.
- Experience working with hotel-specific systems such as Opera, STR, HotStats, or similar.
- Ability to interpret complex financial data and communicate findings effectively to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
- Strong commercial acumen and problem-solving skills, with a proactive and results-driven approach.
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
- A team player with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain professional relationships.