Financial Controller

A highly successful group with diverse business interests within the leisure & hospitality industry, employing over 7,000 staff nationwide, have an exciting opportunity to recruit for a Financial Controller.

This business is constantly expanding and evaluating new business opportunities, and to maintain their track record of growth, they are seeking an accomplished financial professional, ideally with multi-site hospitality, leisure or retail experience.

Some duties to include, but not limited to: -

• Oversee the Accounts Team
• Work closely with the CEO and Senior Managers to develop financial and operational plans to achieve long-term business goals
• Liaise with 3rd party Auditors, Accountants and Tax Advisors
• Conduct reviews, evaluate progress toward business goals, and communicate progress to senior management
• Review and report monthly and quarterly financial and operational performance to business leaders
• Maintain a strong financial control environment
• Assist with the preparation of annual budgets for company entities
• Assist with the Groups statutory taxation obligations including Income Tax, PAYE, and VAT
• Oversee the production of balance sheet reconciliations
• Ensure finance ledgers are maintained on a timely basis
• Partner with the Operations team to lead the business to success, driving exceptional customer service in all assets and identifying efficiencies across the Group

The ideal candidate: -

• Will be fully qualified ACCA or similar accountancy qualification
• Ideally multi-site, retail or hospitality, group accounting background
• Highly analytical - some practice experience beneficial
• Commercial and hands-on
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge and Sage 200 or similar
• Intermediate to Advanced Excel is essential

The company office is based in Wembley Central, North London, within a short walk of the nearest Station

On-site role - Monday - Friday 9 am - 6 pm

25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

This is an exciting opportunity for a finance professional looking to make a significant impact within the organisation. If you have the required skills and experience, we encourage you to apply.