Abigail Rigoroso
Berlin
Summary
Finance leader with 15+ years of international experience in hotel finance and diplomatic service. Proven track record in driving financial strategy, improving controls, and leading multicultural teams. Adept at managing multimillion-euro budgets, delivering accurate reporting, and supporting executive decision-making in high-pressure environments.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Finance
InterContinental Berlin & Hotel Indigo Ku’damm
08.2024 - Current
- Lead all financial functions for two major IHG properties.
- Oversee budgeting, forecasting, audits, and compliance with German regulations.
- Drive process efficiencies and cost reduction.
- Manage and develop a team of 16 finance professionals.
- 639 Rooms
Director of Finance
Crowne Plaza Zurich
06.2023 - 08.2024
- Directed financial planning and reporting for flagship Zurich property.
- Enhanced margins through payroll and procurement optimization.
- Streamlined audits and improved working capital.
- Prepared financial presentations for regional stakeholders.
- 365 Rooms
Director of Finance
Hard Rock Hotel Davos & Spenglers Inn
06.2020 - 05.2023
- Maximized cash flow via inventory, credit, and expense control.
- Oversaw CAPEX, procurement, and vendor negotiations.
- Presented financials to the Board and managed owner relations.
- 140 Rooms
Consular Assistant
Austrian Embassy
04.2018 - 05.2020
- Processed visas, passports, and residency applications.
- Managed citizen emergencies, interviews, and legalizations.
Manager of Finance & Business Support
Holiday Inn Resort Vanuatu
05.2016 - 05.2017
- Improved profitability through financial planning and reporting.
- Led budgeting, reconciliations, and payroll management.
- 148 Rooms
Cluster Financial Controller, Financial Controller, Assistant FC
UK (IHG)
01.2007 - 01.2016
- Earlier Roles
Education
International Hotel Management
Tourismusschulen MODUL
01.2001
A-Levels - undefined
Vienna Christian School
01.1999
Secondary Education - undefined
Bundesreal Gymnasium
01.1998
Skills
- Financial Strategy & Management
- Budgeting, Forecasting & Reporting
- Internal Controls & Audit Compliance
- Leadership & Staff Development
- Hotel Operations & Systems Integration
- CAPEX, Procurement & Payroll Oversight
- Diplomatic & Consular Operations
- Financial reporting and analysis
- Audit coordination
- Account analysis
- Technology-savvy
- Financial policy development
- General ledger entry
- Organizational skills
- Financial strategy development
References
Available upon request
LANGUAGES
English: Fluent
German: Good
Timeline
Director of Finance
InterContinental Berlin & Hotel Indigo Ku’damm
08.2024 - Current
Director of Finance
Crowne Plaza Zurich
06.2023 - 08.2024
Director of Finance
Hard Rock Hotel Davos & Spenglers Inn
06.2020 - 05.2023
Consular Assistant
Austrian Embassy
04.2018 - 05.2020
Manager of Finance & Business Support
Holiday Inn Resort Vanuatu
05.2016 - 05.2017
Cluster Financial Controller, Financial Controller, Assistant FC
UK (IHG)
01.2007 - 01.2016
A-Levels - undefined
Vienna Christian School
Secondary Education - undefined
Bundesreal Gymnasium
International Hotel Management
Tourismusschulen MODUL
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