Finance Manager
- Job Type: Full-time
- Location: Central London
Reed is working with a Luxury Hospitality business who are seeking a Finance Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of our Accounts Department. Reporting to the General Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for producing key financial reports, managing a small team, and ensuring the smooth running of the department.
Day to Day of the role:
- Produce quarterly management accounts, budgets, and forecasts, including KPIs and extended analysis, for presentation to the General Manager and the Group Financial Controller.
- Prepare statutory accounts for a number of companies, including consolidated accounts.
- Prepare service charge accounts and review month-end reports and bank reconciliations.
- Monitor costs and negotiate new contracts or renewals with suppliers.
- Manage monthly salaries and liaise with the payroll provider.
- Liaise with statutory auditors, tax advisors, lenders, insurance brokers, and bankers.
- Lead a small Accounts team to align their duties with business objectives.
- Prepare and submit quarterly VAT returns and other tax filings.
- Devise and monitor financial control systems, policies, and procedures.
- Maintain the chart of accounts and organisational structure in Sage 200.
- Identify and resolve discrepancies across ledgers and manage intercompany balances and settlements.
- Provide ad-hoc support to the Group Financial Controller.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Qualified ACCA/ACA with 2+ years post-qualification experience.
- Strong academic record.
- Essential experience with Sage 200.
- Extensive experience with MS Excel and good general IT systems knowledge.
- Independent worker with initiative.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong commercial acumen.
- Team leadership experience is desirable.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary package.
- Opportunities for professional development and growth within the company.
- Dynamic and supportive work environment.
To apply for the Finance Manager position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications.