Group Financial Controller

Group Financial Controller

£70k-£75k plus bonus

Central London

A highly successful hospitality group is looking to hire an outstanding Group Financial Controller to work with the CFO in the creation of a best in class finance function for the Group within a fast paced private equity backed business.

The role will encompass the following areas:

• Partner with the CFO and Senior Management in supporting the strategic planning process across the Group.
• Drive the operational efficiency of the Finance department through people development, process improvement and technological change.
• Lead the control and governance functions of the function, acting as the No 2 to the CFO on all finance matters.
• Drive the Finance function to the heart of the business, educating all departments on the importance & impact of cost control, budgeting, forecasting & re-forecasting activities.
• Continually assess current best practice & review processes and methods in terms of efficiency, accuracy & scope.

Due to the extensive growth that the business is experiencing, the CFO is looking for the following key skills:

• ACCA/ACA qualified, with 2-3 years post qualification experience as a Group Accountant.
• Strong communication/support skills and the ability to interact confidently with Senior Managers throughout the business.
• Strong leadership skills, with a proven ability to successfully manage and grow finance teams.
• Excellent technical knowledge, plus practical experience of consolidating overseas entities for a UK Group.
• Experience of growing in a fast growth, hospitality business is extremely preferential.
• Demonstrable experience of enhancing Group systems, controls and reporting framework.

The successful candidate will be stepping into a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment & will be required to use their judgment to make clear, rational decisions in new situations. 

This represents an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to play a key role in the growth and development of this rapidly expanding company.

All applications will remain confidential.