Financial Controller - Hospitality must have this industry experience

Location:

England, Greater London, Soho - OnSite  - Hospitality

Job Type:

Permanent, Full-Time

Salary:

£65,000 - £70,000 per annum

Benefits:

Healthcare

Join our clients Group finance team. This is a great opportunity to take responsibility and ownership for the implementation of appropriate policies, procedures, and processes to ensure an effective control environment; providing key strategic information to the leadership to inform decision making and drive business performance.

Job Duties:

• Supervise management accounts, including revenue reconciliation, expense allocation, and month-end tasks
• Lead year-end balance sheet reconciliations and inter-company balances reconciliations
• Oversee bank accounts reconciliation checks and create schedules for reconciliations
• Manage payroll for operating companies and liaise with Tronc Master for correct allocations
• Support operational teams and approve costings for menu items
• Prepare budgets, monthly re-forecasting, and reports for investors and directors
• Ensure compliance with VAT returns, statutory requirements, and bank reporting

Required Qualifications:

• Professional accounting qualification (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
• Previous experience in financial control or management accounting roles
• Strong understanding of UK financial regulations and compliance

Education:

Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Experience:

Minimum of 5 years in a financial controller or similar role

Knowledge and Skills:

• Advanced knowledge of financial systems and reporting
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong leadership and team management abilities
• Effective communication and presentation skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in the hospitality or retail industry
• Experience with payroll systems and operational support

Working Conditions:

This role is based in Soho, Greater London, and requires full-time hours. The Financial Controller will work closely with the finance team, reporting to the Finance Director and leading a team of 4. Occasional travel may be required for meetings or audits.