De Vere Cotswold Water Park
De Vere Cotswold Water Park: nestled at the edge of the Cotswolds right in the heart of 152 lakes, the Hotel offers stylish accommodation with breathtaking views and has 328 bedrooms and apartments. There are 15 flexible meeting and event spaces and 2 large conference and banqueting suites hosting up to 800. With three restaurants and bars we have a buzzing Food & Beverage team here, but also have exciting opportunities across our other departments including Conference & Events, Reception/Front of House, Spa & Leisure, Kitchen, Housekeeping and Maintenance.
Your commute: we're well served by public transport, and we're just 20 minutes from J15 of the M4 and J11A of the M5.
At De Vere, we warmly welcome everyone and foster a sense of belonging, where each person is valued and appreciated. Join our team and become part of a passionate group of individuals who genuinely care about the experiences we create for our guests and colleagues.
Finance Assistant – Maternity Cover (9–12 Months)
Looking for a Finance role within the hospitality sector?
Join our team at De Vere Cotswold Waterpark Hotel as a Finance Assistant and be at the heart of the hotel’s back of house operations.
As a Finance Assistant you will play a vital role within the Finance department ensuring the smooth financial functioning of the Hotel. From processing purchase ledger and sales ledger invoices to chasing payments and creating invoices for our valued clients. You’ll also have an opportunity to support with month-end reporting, handle daily banking tasks and reconcile credit card transactions – all while maintaining strict adherence to financial and client deadlines.
This role involves working 40 hours per week on site - Monday to Friday.
To be successful as a Finance Assistant you will have;
• Previous experience in finance or a relevant qualification, demonstrating your understanding of financial processes
• An interest in the hospitality and events industry and the ability to deliver high standards of service
• The ability to work effectively with numbers and communicate with others both from within the Hotel and external clients
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office and in particular Microsoft Excel. While experience with accounting software & Opera is desirable, it is not essential – we value your ability to adapt and learn.
If you have a keen eye for detail and enjoy working with numbers, this role offers an excellent opportunity to develop your finance skills in the hospitality industry.
Benefits:
The Pay & Benefits:
At De Vere we pay attention to the thoughtful details that inspire the loyalty of our permanent colleagues. That’s why we are proud to offer the following benefits for the role of Finance Assistant.
- £29,830 per annum, pro rata for the duration of the 9–12 month maternity cover
- Free meals on duty in our colleague dining facilities
- Stay in shape with complimentary use of the Leisure Club facilities saving you money on costly gym memberships
- We believe in celebrating your special moments too, which is why we offer an extra paid day off for your birthday, along with a £20 love to shop voucher.
- As a token of our gratitude for your loyalty, we'll treat you to an annual complimentary 2-night stay with dinner in a De Vere property of your choice, plus additional monetary rewards for reaching long service milestones
- Discover exclusive perks with our £50 colleague rates for overnight stays at De Vere properties, accompanied by a fantastic 50% discount on Food & Beverage.
- 28 days holiday each year
- Venue closure over the Christmas period allowing you time off to enjoy the festive season
- Explore our Exclusively Yours Benefits portal, unlocking hundreds of discounts on retail, travel, and leisure activities.
- We are committed to your growth and offer excellent career progression opportunities, including access to our Apprenticeship programmes and study support.
- Take advantage of our Employee Assistance Programme, Hospitality Action, providing 24/7 health and wellbeing support, including free counselling.
- Experience the flexibility and convenience of Wagestream, our financial wellbeing platform, granting you instant access to your pay when you need it.
- We value your hard work and recognise your achievements through our monthly colleague recognition programme, You Are De Vere, culminating in an exciting annual colleague recognition event.
- Join a supportive team that knows how to have fun with regular team appreciation events, including memorable Christmas and Summer parties.
- Gain peace of mind with our Company Life Assurance scheme, ensuring financial security for your loved ones.
