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CFO Hospitality

On-site in Barcelona·Added 3 months ago (last checked 21 Oct)

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Catenon

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Work mode: On-site, Barcelona
Spanish: Fluent
English: Required
Experience: 5+ years
Education: University degree

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This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

The role

We are seeking a strategic and operational Chief Financial Officer to join a hospitality company in Spain. Reporting directly to the General Management and the Ownership, the selected candidate will lead financial strategy, process optimization, and the development of the internal finance and accounting team. The primary objective will be to ensure profitability, operational efficiency, and sustainable business growth, managing a turnover of approximately €20M.

Organizational Structure
This position reports directly to the General Management and the Company's Partners and Owners. The role will be responsible for the management, direction, and development of the entire internal finance and accounting team.

What you'll do

The role involves the preparation and supervision of the annual budget and the medium- and long-term business plan. Additionally, the candidate will be responsible for designing and implementing a comprehensive KPI dashboard and preparing monthly analytical reports for management. Key responsibilities will also include overseeing cash position management and leading negotiations with banking institutions. The role must also ensure compliance with accounting and tax regulations in Spain, as well as coordinating external audits. Finally, the position will manage the company's internal services, including the IT, payroll, contracts, and supplies areas.

Requirements:

Candidate Profile
To be considered for this position, a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration or Economics is required, along with a minimum of 5 to 7 years of experience in Financial Management. A proven track record of directly leading teams and managing turnovers close to €20M is essential, as is a fluent level of English equivalent to B2 or C1. A Master's in Financial Management or an MBA will be highly valued, as will previous experience in the Hospitality, Real Estate, Tourism, or Leisure sectors, and a background in implementing ERP systems or automating processes.

Company Description:

Hospitality company with a turnover of approximately 20 million euros.

About Catenon

Catenon is a global executive search and international recruitment firm that combines technology, data, and human insight to identify the best professionals worldwide. With 23 offices across the planet and operations in more than 100 countries, the company specializes in board search, executive search, middle management recruitment, international recruitment, salary benchmarking, and talent projects for industries including construction, engineering, energy, IT, life sciences, and professional services.

Headquartered in Madrid, Spain, Catenon operates as a Spanish multinational with a strong presence in the local market, offering roles such as Jefe de Obra, Director General, and Sales Manager across Spain. The company's work culture emphasizes global mobility, with opportunities for expatriation (e.g., COO in Mexico) and multilingual roles (e.g., French Desk in Madrid), making it attractive for international professionals seeking cross-border careers in recruitment and talent management.