Finance Controller

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Your new company

Are you ready to support in taking the financial helm of one of the UK's most exciting, dynamic and rapidly growing food businesses? My client is on the hunt for an experienced, forward-thinking Finance Controller to manage our finance operations as we continue to grow across the UK and internationally.

Your new role

Reporting to the Finance Director, the Finance Controller will take ownership of day-to-day financial operations across all of their venues. This is a key leadership role that balances strategic oversight with hands-on delivery and an exciting opportunity to join a scaling business where you'll have plenty of opportunity to create impact.

You'll manage budgeting, forecasting, reporting, compliance, and financial planning, ensuring clarity and confidence in decision-making as we scale.

Collaboration is key - you'll work closely with the operations and venue teams, as well as central finance, to align financial planning with business objectives and contribute to strategic decision-making. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of the financial operations within a thriving hospitality and events business while mentoring and developing a high-performing team.

What you'll need to succeed

Proven track record of success in a similar Financial Controller role, with the ability to quickly adapt and take ownership of duties within the hospitality or events industry.

Proven experience within a fast-paced, scaling business and finance function - preferably within the hospitality industry, with the ability to handle multiple priorities efficiently and accurately.

Strong proficiency in financial data analysis, with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.

Effective communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders.

Experience with accounting software such as SAP (or equivalent), with advanced Excel skills.

Ability to manage your own workload while supervising and coaching the team, with a focus on creating and maintaining clear processes to ensure deadlines and controls are consistently met.

What you need to do now

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