Group Finance Manager
2 weeks ago
We're an independent,
family-owned business based in the heart of Bedfordshire. Since 1876 we've been
focused on two things: running great pubs and making great beer. What’s not to
like?
We are looking to recruit a Group
Finance Manager to oversee our financial operations across multiple business
units. This pivotal role requires an experienced professional with a strong
background in finance management, group financial reporting and audit
compliance.
Reporting to the Group FC, you
will have overall management responsibility for the core accounting team so the
ideal candidate will be a proactive leader, adept at managing financial
strategies and providing insightful financial guidance to support our company's
ambitious goals.
This role requires influencing
stakeholders across the business and facilitating the team to provide
exceptional service in a customer focused retail business. You will also have
the chance to get involved in projects and with other areas of the Business in
conjunction with the wider Finance Team.
Key Accountabilities:
- Managing
a team of 3 direct reports, assisting with professional and personal
development and ensuring they carry out their roles and responsibilities. - Completion
of month-end and timely and accurate group financial statement reporting. - Compilation
of group budget/forecast packs on all areas connected to month-end activities. - Assisting
the Group Financial Controller with group budget, forecast and strategic
planning process. - Completion
of corporate month-end management accounts, including analysis on the
performance variances to Budget, latest Forecast and Prior Year. - Monthly
reviews with cost centre budget holders to manage cost and facilitate delivery
to budget. - Resolving
key accounting issues with the Group Financial Controller and keeping a track
of risks and opportunities across all business segments. - Preparation
of statutory accounts consolidation schedules. - Preparation
of Financial Statements in line with FRS102. - Ensuring
the annual audit process is planned and carried out effectively. - Ensuring
robust controls and process improvements. - Balance
Sheet Reconciliations completed with the relevant supporting paperwork and
commentary. - Reviewing
and releasing bank payments, making sure appropriate approvals are in place. - Continuous
review and monitoring of the incumbent processes within reporting. Assess
existing reporting processes; propose improvements for streamlining and
efficiency. - Be a
NAV accounting system champion for financial matters, test and agree the
accountancy data flow for any new processes or change in existing processes.
What we are looking for:
- A
recognised Accountancy Qualification (ACCA or ACA) - Trained
and qualified within a Top 10 Accountancy Firm and have 3-5 years PQE in
industry - A
strong commercial interest and understanding of a retail / hospitality business - Solid
experience of month end process and knowledge of the technical and regulatory
requirements of accounts preparation and experience of consolidations. - Currently
working in a management capacity where you can demonstrate the successful
development and mentoring of team - Advance
Microsoft Package Skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics / Navision - A
“can do” attitude, excited about being a part of a changing and evolving
culture and a teamwork mentality - Ability
to demonstrate gravitas as a functional expert and be able to explain complex
ideas to Finance and Non-Finance colleagues - Resilience
and tenacity, with ability to thrive in an environment where change is constant
In return you will benefit from:
- Competitive
salary subject to experience - 25
days annual leave + bank holiday - Private
medical health care - Group
personal pension plan - Life
assurance - 30%
off dining - Retail
discounts - Career progression and exciting times ahead
If you are a finance professional with an interest in the
hospitality industry and a drive for excellence, we want to hear from you
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