Job Description
Commercial Finance Manager, Hospitality, Harrow, 55k to 65kWe are working with an exciting Hospitality business with a vast presence across the country. Their food is one of the nation's favourites, and as they expand, they are looking to hire a key figure in the finance department.The Commercial Finance Manager will have a background in Hospitality or Retail, ideally in a multi-site environment, and they will be fully versed in operational finance. Their role will specifically focus on labour and forecasting across the group.Key Responsibilities:Lead and oversee financial performance for multiple franchise sites, identifying trends and improvement areas.Collaborate with the senior leadership team to align financial strategies with business objectives.Provide financial insights to support decision-making and enhance profitability.Partner with regional and store managers to monitor and improve site-level performance, including labour costs, and forecasts.Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis for the operations team.Leverage tools like Power BI and other analytics platforms to provide actionable insights.Deliver regular performance reports and develop KPIs to measure operational success, focusing specifically on labour force across the group.Act as a financial coach to operational teams, promoting financial literacy across the business.Identify opportunities for process improvement in financial workflows.Drive initiatives to streamline operations and enhance efficiency across sites.Conduct regular balance sheet reviews, ensuring compliance with the Group Accounting Manual.Promote improvements in working capital through accurate contract billing, proactive debt ledger management, and timely working capital forecasts.Drive synergy and consistency across brands by standardizing processes for AP, banking, and fixed assets.Key Requirements :5+ years in a similar operational finance role, ideally within multi-site retail, QSR (Quick Service Restaurants), or franchise environments.FP&A or commercial experience.Strong proficiency in Excel, Power BI, and financial systems.Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.Proven ability to translate financial data into actionable business strategies.Experience managing and developing high-performing finance teams.Strong analytical skillsTPBN1_UKTJ