Finance Director - Restaurant Company
Harper May is currently working with a rapidly growing restaurant chain. The company, based in Central London, are seeking an established Finance Director to lead their team. My client currently has 6 sites in London and is looking to open 5 exclusive members' sites next year to expand on their turn over. The Finance Director will have a position of extensive responsibility, offering guidance and overseeing the day-to-day running of the finance function. The successful candidate will be fully qualified and must have previous experience within the restaurant/pubs/leisure industry.
Key responsibilities for the Finance Director:
- As Finance Director you will be leading, developing and expanding the large finance team
- Complete oversight of the day-today running of finance
- Business partnering closely with the CEO and other senior stakeholders to ensure the group hits its strategic milestones
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of the monthly, quarterly and annual reporting process
- Oversee the financial planning and budgeting processes for new product lines and store openings
- Offering key strategic advice and analysis in relation to international expansion and effective growth strategy
- Work closely with marketing teams to ensure the continued integrity of the brand
Desired Skills and Experience:
- Have previously been a Finance Director
- Must be fully qualified
- Must have prior bar/pubs/leisure experience
- Excellent inter-personal and communication skills
- Previous experience of managing and developing staff
Lastly if you are looking for a Finance Director role within Restaurants this is a fantastic role for you.