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Full Job Description
Package Description
Hospitality is all about looking after people, and we are committed to our staff. We work hard to ensure you can enjoy your job and are well rewarded. Along with excellent training, development, and progression opportunities, other benefits include:
* Competitive salary, benefits, and above the Real Living Wage.
* 29 days holiday (increasing with length of service)
* Discretionary service charge system.
* 50% Discount on food and beverage across all Exclusive properties
* Significant discounts on room nights across all properties
* PERKZ discount scheme & online guides on Exercise, Wellbeing, and Finance.
* Free meals on duty
* Recognition and rewards scheme
* Access to our learning platform with training and development programs
* Free gym access and dedicated classes where available
* B Corp accredited, committed to improving People, Product, and Planet
* Free downloads of newspapers, magazines, and books
* Cycle to work scheme
Job Introduction
We are seeking a Financial Controller responsible for the efficient running of the Accounting Department, leading a team of 3.
The role involves advising the General Manager and Departmental Heads on financial matters and executing group policies related to accounting.
Role Responsibilities
Main Responsibilities
* Report and reconcile daily revenue, prepare management information, and audit daily rates, discounts, voids, and complimentary items, liaising with departmental managers.
* Process purchase orders and invoices, input into Sage using INVU, and code correctly to nominal codes, paying suppliers according to company policy. Handle supplier queries, intercompany charging, and reconciliations.
* Manage payroll processing for weekly and monthly payrolls, including BACS payments and PAYE reconciliation. Report payroll costs, review NMW hours, and prepare P11D at year-end.
* Ensure client invoices are raised promptly, maintain credit control, and handle related queries. Review departmental charges for accuracy.
* Monitor bank balances and cash flow daily, controlling receipts and payments.
* Control assets, including beverage stock, and perform monthly stock reporting with variance analysis and GP%.
* Conduct regular internal audits.
* Ensure all revenue and costs are accurately reported in the nominal ledger.
* Prepare weekly P&L reports and monthly management accounts, liaising with Heads of Departments and supporting P&L analysis and training.
* Reconcile balance sheet accounts monthly.
* Prepare VAT returns, National Statistics, and year-end payroll filings.
* Participate in meetings and training as required.
* Assist in preparing annual budgets, reviewing sales and cost budgets, and presenting to MD and FD.
* Provide ad hoc reports for management.
* Review weekly rosters for cost control.
* Prepare year-end schedules, including fixed asset registers and tax information.
* Attend FC meetings and executive planning meetings.
* Take responsibility for all financial areas in line with company policy.
The Ideal Candidate
Our successful Financial Controller will have:
Qualifications/Experience
Qualified AAT/CIMA/ACCA or similar, with proven experience as a senior financial manager in a 4- or 5-star leisure property, capable of managing accounts from trial balance to statutory accounts.
* Strong leadership, self-motivation, and attention to detail.
* Ability to meet tight deadlines.
* Proactive, hands-on approach to financial matters.
* Experience with large hotel/resort accounting.
Systems Experience
* Accounting and payroll systems.
* Intermediate/advanced Excel skills.
* Property management, EPOS, stock/inventory, FOH, and T&A systems.
(Systems used include Sage 200, Sona, and Hart PMS.)
About the Company
We seek individuals with character, who enjoy being around others, are willing to go the extra mile, and genuinely care about guest experience and team success.
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