Our client is a dynamic multi-site restaurant group renowned for its culinary mastery and exceptional dining experiences. With multiple locations across the region, they are currently seeking a passionate Financial Controller to lead their finance team.
About the Company:
This restaurant group is committed to delivering outstanding dining experiences across its various locations. With a focus on quality, innovation, and top-notch service, it sets the standard for excellence in hospitality.
Role Overview:
In this role, you'll oversee financial operations, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance across all locations. From budgeting to financial reporting, you'll play a crucial role in driving the group's financial success.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee all aspects of the company's financial activities, including financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting.
- Develop and maintain financial policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure compliance and mitigate risk.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
- Analyse financial data and provide insights to support strategic decision-making by the executive team.
- Manage and supervise the finance team, providing leadership, guidance, and mentorship.
- Coordinate and collaborate with other departments to ensure financial goals align with overall company objectives.
- Monitor cash flow, manage banking relationships, and optimise working capital.
- Conduct regular financial audits to ensure accuracy, integrity, and regulatory compliance.
- Stay updated with industry trends, regulations, and best practices in finance and accounting.
Requirements:
- Full accounting qualification (CIMA,ACA,ACCA)
- Proven experience in a financial management or controller role,
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial regulations, and financial analysis.
- Proficiency in financial software and tools; experience with ERP systems is a plus.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities.