Group Financial Controller

1 month ago


England London London, UK, United Kingdom Hays Accountancy and Finance Full time

Your new company
A well established company in the hospitality industry is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Group Financial Controller / Head of Finance to join their team. They specialise in providing fully furnished apartments for short and long-term stays, designed to offer a home-away-from-home experience with modern amenities and exceptional service. They are currently a rather small company, who are starting to grow very quickly This company has lovely offices in Central London and a lovely team culture.


Your new role
This company is currently searching for someone to step in as Number 1 in Finance, reporting to the COO, to manage the day-to-day finance function, as well as 2 direct reports.


What you'll need to succeed
In order to succeed you must have experience in:

  • Manage the groups invoicing and payment collection process ensuring prompt collection of monies due
  • Manage the purchase ledger and supplier payment process to ensure all payments are made accurately and in a timely fashion
  • Manage payroll, cash posting and all general ledger entries
  • Manage cash flow by tracking transactions and regularly reviewing internal reports
  • Complete and submit quarterly VAT returns
  • Supervise and manage financial department staff
  • Motivate and lead reports by clarifying roles and providing feedback
  • Suggest updates and improvements for accounting systems, including payroll and invoicing
  • Ensure that all financial transactions are properly recorded, filed, and reported
  • Establish and implement financial reporting systems to comply with government regulations and legislation
  • Collaborate with external accountants and auditors to ensure proper compliance with all regulation
  • Review all financial plans and budgets regularly to look for cost reduction opportunities
  • Examine all financial reports and data closely to check for discrepancies
  • Create systems to prevent errors in data collection and calculations.
  • Follow heath, safety and environmental guidelines and procedures in respect of personal and Finance department activities
  • Provide regular feedback to the Chief Operating Officer on issues affecting company performance
  • Undertake and other duties specified from time to time by the Chief Operating Officer.

What you'll get in return
You will get the chance to work in a small company that is looking to grow quickly. You will get to work closely with an impressive COO and have your voice heard to help make strategic decisions for company growth.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.
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