Financial Controller

Harper May is partnering with an exhilarating and swiftly expanding restaurant chain, which is currently in the process of recruiting a Financial Controller. As they set their sights on further expansion, our client is actively seeking a new Financial Controller to become a part of their team and play a pivotal role in steering their growth during this dynamic phase. The ideal candidate for this role should possess full qualification and a proven track record of prior experience within the restaurant, pubs, or leisure sector..

Key Responsibilities for the Financial Controller.

• Preparation of management accounts together with supporting board report schedules

• Managing the forecasting and budgeting process

• Revenue related activities: Revenue recognition with supporting documentation

• PE reporting / Investor Reporting

• Weekly working capital reporting (cash, accrued revenue, debtors)

• Managing Payroll, pensions, and related matters

• Taxes: PAYE, VAT, CT and annual returns

• Banking and treasury

• Statutory accounts preparation and audit

• Continuous improvement of reporting and processes

• Ad-hoc queries as expected in a financial controller role

• Managing and mentoring of the team

Desired Skills and Experience: 

• Been a previous Financial Controller

• Fully qualified – ACA / CIMA / ACCA 

• Investor reporting experience is advantageous

• Excellent Excel and financial modelling skills are required 

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills 

• Ability to work with a high level of accuracy and meet strict deadlines