Our Support Centre is in Hemel Hempstead Herts we operate a hybrid working model and have 700 amazing team members across our support centre.
1 Park Lane, Hemel Hempstead, Herts HP2 4YL GBR
Job Details
Financial Accounting Manager
Hemel Hempstead (Hybrid – 50% Office / 50% Remote)
Competitive annual salary including bonus and benefits
Your Opportunity
Are you ready to take a key role in shaping the financial reporting and controls landscape of a large and dynamic organisation? As a Financial Accounting Manager at Haven, you will play a pivotal role in guiding our financial processes, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and supporting key decision-makers with accurate and timely financial insights. This is a newly created senior position, offering an excellent platform to drive impact and contribute to our success.
What this role will involve day to day:
Preparing year-end Group consolidation and consolidated accounts, including all subsidiary accounts.
Leading the year-end audit process, collaborating closely with external auditors and internal finance teams.
Developing and implementing accounting policies to align with best practices.
Preparing quarterly bank/investor reporting in line with our lending agreements.
Overseeing cash management and treasury reporting, including coaching and mentoring a direct report.
Ensuring compliance with FCA regulations and leading the SAO process.
Accounting for new company acquisitions, including fair value adjustments.
Communicating financial standards and controls to internal and external stakeholders.
Addressing audit findings and driving corrective actions.
What we’d like you to bring:
Comprehensive understanding of financial principles, accounting standards, and compliance requirements (GAAP/IFRS).
Proven experience in financial reporting, including preparing financial statements and managing audits.
Professional certifications (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with experience in a top 4 accounting firm preferred.
Strong leadership skills, including mentoring and developing team members.
Effective communication skills to convey complex financial information to diverse stakeholders.
Proficiency in identifying and managing financial risks.
A proactive, integrity-driven approach to problem-solving and decision-making.
What’s In It For You?
- Holiday allowance that rises with service, plus a ‘Holiday Buy Scheme’
- Annual bonus
- 20% discount on both Haven and Warner Hotels holiday for you, family and friends
- Comprehensive wellbeing support
- Access to the Bourne Leisure corporate box at the O2 Arena ,London
- Exclusive discounts with corporate partners
- Exciting career pathways, including Learning and Development opportunities such as Apprenticeships and Degrees
- Enhanced family friendly policies and pay (eligibility criteria applied)
Who are we?
We’re part of an award-winning Bourne Leisure family, which includes Haven & Warner Hotels. We have 9,000 fantastic team members and 38 beautiful seaside locations and our HQ based in Hemel Hempstead.
What’s it like to work with us?
Working with us is ultimately defined by our exceptional people and teams. At Haven, we take pride in our Breath of Fresh Air culture, which focuses on valuing and supporting every team member. We prioritise openness and transparency in our interactions allowing our team members to be their authentic selves.
We operate a hybrid working model, meaning 50% of your working week will be spent at the office, occasionally on Park, or at external events.
What can you expect during the recruitment process?
The interview process will be up to 3 stages and may contain a presentation or skills test, depending on the role. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments to help you perform at your best during this process, please let us know.
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the heart of who we are and what we do. Our commitment to these values is unwavering and they are central to our mission. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries and we are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments or flexibility that you may require, including whether a role can be part-time or a job-share.
We genuinely care about every candidate's experience during the recruitment process and are here to provide support where we can. If you require any assistance or reasonable adjustments while applying, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at resourcingteam@bourne-leisure.co.uk.