Our client is a leading hotel operator in the Lake District. They are currently looking for a Group Financial Controller to manage and improve their financial and accounting functions across their 6-luxury family operated hotels in the Lake District providing management information and pliance supported by their small finance team. The role supports the Directors and management team with financial analysis and advice, to inform sound business decisions.
This is a fast moving, dynamic operation requiring an energetic, commercially focussed, Financial Controller, with experience, ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified, able to develop the finance team, improve existing reporting systems/control procedures municate effectively at all levels of the business.
The role passes, with the support of the finance team
Management information and pliance
preparing the monthly management accounts pack for the individual trading businesses and pany as a whole
pliance with VAT, payroll and associated statutory obligations
Liaising with pany auditors to enable year pliance
Establish connection with all teams to ensure finance play a key role in decision-making.
Support all teams by providing transparent information mentary. Drive financial awareness across the group.
Continuously monitor costs, finding areas for improvement
Financial and reporting functions
Reporting to both Directors and Operations Manager
Have a proactive attitude towards process improvement, initiate actions to improve operational efficiency, highlight need to update internal processes and control across the business.
Manage, motivate and develop a team of financial support staff to fulfil the analysis, monitoring and reporting needs
Seek opportunities to innovate and drive efficiency within the finance function.
Provide rigorous financial oversight to ensure the highest standards of pliance through robust policies, processes, protocols and authorisations.
Assist other teams with resolving financial issues.
Other ad hoc duties where appropriate.
About you
Experience as a Group Financial Controller
5+ years of bined accounting and finance experience.
ACCA/ACA/CIMA qualified.
Experience working within the hospitality industry is desirable.
Resilient and able to meet targets in a pressured environment.
munication skills
Capability to work in a fast paced/high change business.
Excellent time management skills.
What can our client offer you:
Competitive salary
Generous staff discounts - 50% off food & up to 50% off modation across all 6 of our Lake District Hotels, Restaurant’s & Bars
Learn while you earn - with our clients Apprenticeship training up to level 6
Staff meals for all staff whilst on Duty
Staff Discounts at many of the Lakes local attractions
Working in supportive teams of hospitality professionals
Yearly staff appreciation awards hosted by the Directors
Free staff Employee Assistance Programme
Outstanding employee of the quarter award
Refer a friend scheme to earn up to £500
Monthly staff prize draws
28+ days holidays increasing by one day every year after 5 years, up to 33 days
Annual salary reviews on all positions