USALI P&L structure (Summary Operating Statement) – a practical guide
A “USALI P&L” is essentially the Summary Operating Statement supported by a set of standard department schedules. The power of USALI is that it creates…
The Most Important Numbers for Your Hotel or Resort: Seeing the Big Picture
Running a successful hotel or resort means playing many roles – from delivering exceptional guest experiences to understanding your property’s financial health. While the idea…
Hotel & Resort Budgeting: A Practical Guide for Building a Strong Annual Plan (USALI-Aligned)
Budgeting in hotels and resorts isn’t just an annual finance exercise – it’s the operating blueprint for the entire property. A good budget translates strategy…
Laundry Expense Apportionment in Hotels & Resorts Under USALI
Why laundry allocation matters Laundry is one of the quietest “big numbers” in hotel operations. It touches guest satisfaction (linen quality, towels, uniforms), impacts CPOR…
Moving from Chief Accountant to Financial Controller in Hotels & Resorts: A Practical Roadmap
Many hospitality finance professionals reach a point where they ask: “I’m a good Chief Accountant… but what exactly do I need to become a Financial…
Designing a Daily Revenue Report That Operations Actually Use
Most hotels and resorts produce some form of daily revenue report. Many of them are either: The goal of a daily revenue report is simple:…
10 Practical Month-End Tips for Hotel Financial Controllers
Closing the month in a hotel or resort is a bit like turning around a plane in 30 minutes: you’re refuelling, cleaning, boarding, and re-checking…
How Finance Can Partner with Operations to Improve Profitability in a Resort
In many resorts, finance is still seen as the “police”: But the most successful properties treat finance as a business partner to operations, not just…
Practical Internal Controls for Gate Passes & Asset Movements in Resorts
In many resorts and large hotels, materials and equipment are constantly moving: Without proper controls, this movement is a major risk area for loss, theft,…
How to Boost Hotel Finance Team Productivity in 2026: A Practical, Real-World Guide
Hotel finance teams in 2026 are under pressure. Expectations are rising: faster reporting, sharper insights, tighter budgets, and more cross-department collaboration. But the reality is,…