Group Financial Controller - Multi-Site Restaurant Group
Based North London
We are seeking an experienced Group Financial Controller to join a fast-paced, multi-site hospitality group based in Barnet. This is a pivotal role in a dynamic and growing organisation, ideal for a commercially minded finance professional who thrives in the restaurant or hospitality sector.
Package
* Salary from £85k-£100k + bonus package
* Opportunity to shape and lead the finance function in a high-growth business
* A collaborative and forward-thinking team environment
* Free onsite parking
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead the finance function across multiple sites, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.
* Develop and oversee robust internal controls, cash flow management, and financial policies aligned with business objectives.
* Business partner with operations, providing strategic insight and financial guidance to support performance improvement across the estate.
* Manage month-end and year-end processes, statutory accounts, and liaise with external auditors.
* Lead a small finance team, mentoring and developing team members to ensure high performance.
* Provide financial analysis to support new site openings, CAPEX decisions, and commercial strategy.
* Oversee payroll, supplier payments, and compliance with tax, VAT, and regulatory requirements.
* Implement systems improvements and drive automation across finance processes.
Ideal Candidate Profile:
* Qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, or CIMA) with 5+ years post-qualification experience.
* Proven track record as a Financial Controller or Senior Finance Manager in a multi-site restaurant or hospitality environment.
* Strong commercial acumen and operational finance experience, ideally in a group structure.
* Excellent Excel and financial systems skills; experience with hospitality finance platforms (e.g., Fourth, Sage, Xero) is advantageous.
* Exceptional communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels of the business.
* Hands-on, adaptable, and comfortable in a fast-growing, entrepreneurial environment.
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