Finance Manager
Leading Hospitality / Tourism Brand
£60,000 + 10% bonus and great benefits
London city offices - Hybrid 2 days pw office
Role Overview:
* Prepare and manage monthly financial reports, including income statements, balance sheet reconciliations, and cash flow analysis.
* Develop, monitor, and maintain accurate budgets and financial projections across all areas of operations.
* Manage and oversee the closing process at both month-end and year-end.
* Prepare statutory accounts and ensure all necessary returns are completed annually.
* Collaborate with department leaders to manage and optimise budgetary allocations.
* Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors, ensuring compliance with audit timelines and requirements.
* Provide comprehensive financial analysis and actionable insights to inform strategic decisions.
* Generate ad-hoc financial reports and presentations for senior leadership.
* Analyse revenue sources and market trends to guide pricing models and promotional activities.
* Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure Finance plays an active role in business strategy.
* Track financial performance against set budgets, providing variance analysis and recommendations.
* Ensure compliance with UK accounting standards and IFRS, delivering timely and accurate financial reports.
* Lead and guide a small finance team to ensure high standards of financial reporting, robust controls, and accurate processing, while fostering a cooperative and efficient team culture.
* Identify and drive improvements in financial systems and processes for greater efficiency.
* Support the optimisation of financial software and technological tools.
* Collaborate with the Senior Management Team and other departments to meet departmental objectives.
Required Skills and Experience:
* A fully qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIMA, or equivalent).
* Significant experience in management accounting, ideally within the hospitality sector.
* In-depth understanding of revenue generation models and pricing strategies in the hospitality industry.
* Proven ability to implement and maintain financial control procedures.
* Strong analytical skills with a high level of attention to detail.
* Experience in developing, managing, and reviewing budgets and forecasts.
* Proficient in cost management and identifying opportunities for operational efficiencies.
* Skilled in preparing detailed financial reports, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow documents.
* Advanced proficiency in Excel and Power BI, including complex formulae, pivot tables, and financial modelling.