Financial Controller
Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 DOE + Benefits
Based near Cheltenham (on-site)
Reports to: CEO & Finance Director | Board-level role
Join one of the UK's most beloved rural destinations at a pivotal point in its journey.
Cotswold Farm Park, founded by Joe Henson and now led by his son Adam Henson and Duncan Andrews, is a pioneering, multi-entity business in farming, tourism, retail and media. We are looking for a commercially minded, technically excellent Financial Controller to step into a senior leadership role that is as hands-on as it is strategic.
This is more than just a finance role. It's a chance to help shape the future of a group that includes:
1. Cotswold Farm Park Ltd - A thriving visitor attraction with over 200,000 annual transactions across admissions, retail, events, and accommodation
2. Henson & Andrews Ltd - A regenerative farm and corporate/media vehicle focused on sustainability, education and value-added produce
3. Cotswold Farm Park Enterprises Ltd - A growing e-commerce and staff employment hub
The Role: Balance of Leadership & Delivery
1. Lead day-to-day finance operations including payroll, invoicing, budgeting, cashflow, and compliance
2. Collaborate with the CEO and FD to provide insight and challenge around business planning
3. Act as principal contact for external accountants and advisors
4. Contribute to and lead board-level discussions (monthly across three businesses)
5. Develop and coach a Finance Assistant and oversee the contributions of a part-time Management Accountant
6. Represent finance across the wider business and support performance against strategic OKRs
Key Projects in Year 1
1. Support the delivery of capital expenditure projects including a new commercial kitchen, investment in leisure and ride-on attractions, and expansion of holiday accommodation and guest reception areas
2. Design and implement a cashflow forecasting model integrated with Xero
3. Assist in the integration of financial data from multiple platforms (ePOS, payroll, online bookings, etc.) to streamline reporting and drive better decision-making
4. Collaborate on the rollout of Perdoo as a new performance and OKR platform, ensuring alignment with finance systems and strategic objectives
5. Improve turnaround time and reporting accuracy in the monthly close process
6. Take ownership of funding and grant reporting, with support from the Finance Director
What You'll Bring
1. Fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with 5+ years PQE in an SME or multi-entity environment
2. A track record of delivering robust financial control alongside strategic value
3. Commercial acumen and curiosity to analyse ROI and support growth decisions
4. Experience in B2C, seasonal, or high-transaction environments preferred
5. Proven capability with systems integration, forecasting tools, and hands-on reporting (Xero experience ideal)
6. High emotional intelligence and outstanding communication skills, with a collaborative approach to non-finance teams
The Opportunity
1. Progression pathway to Finance Director within 2-3 years (or sooner dependent on performance)
2. Board-level visibility and strategic input from day one
3. Varied, dynamic work across farming, tourism, retail, and e-commerce
4. Work closely with entrepreneurial leadership in a values-led, future-focused organisation
5. Make a tangible impact on conservation, sustainability and education
Why Join Cotswold Farm Park?
1. Be part of a heritage brand with a modern growth agenda
2. Contribute to a purpose-driven organisation with strong family values
3. Enjoy a rural, family-friendly environment with a collaborative team
4. Competitive salary, benefits, pension, and development support
5. On-site role with a close-knit team and beautiful surroundings
Apply now to be part of the Cotswold Farm Park journey.
This is your opportunity to blend commercial impact with purpose in a truly unique organisation. Please apply via our recruitment partner, Martin Veasey Talent Solutions.
Please send your CV, quoting reference LX (phone number removed) #J-18808-Ljbffr