Job Description

Our Support Office a modern office located close to Old Street and Barbican in central London. This friendly open plan office houses several of the key support functions including Sales, Human Resources, Marketing and Central Revenue. Conveniently located with great transport links the office is the London base for the back office functions of Guoman and Thistle.

The Role

Reporting to the Group Financial Controller in the Central Finance function, the Finance Manager is responsible for the delivery of accurate and timely financial reporting. Leading a team of 4, the successful candidate will drive continuous improvement towards the implementation of a best in class financial reporting and control environment. This is a high profile role working closely with the leadership of both central functions and hotels as well as the Executive team and the parent company finance team. Key Responsibilities:

• Delivery of accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting
• Ownership of the end to end Capex reporting process, with review and approval of hotel submissions, presentation to Executive team and tracking of spend
• Successful delivery of the annual audit process, acting as the main point of contact with our external auditors and preparing memos on judgemental areas Oversee the completion of the financial statements for the 26 group entities by the team, provide detailed review and comments and ensure sign off by the group deadline. All entities report under IFRS.
• Provision of technical accounting advice to the business as a subject matter expert
• Ensure implementation of, and compliance with, core financial controls
• Ensure Group Accounting Policy is adhered to and make recommendations to keep relevant and up to date
• Main point of contact for Parent Company finance team, ensuring they receive all information they need to manage their investment in the Group
• Manage external stakeholder relationships including auditors, actuaries and third party management
• Support with adhoc reporting, finance support on legal cases, refinancing, group simplification exercises, strategy support and investment appraisals
• Management of a team of 4 (2 qualified, 2 training) with commitment to developing talent through training, appraisals and regular 121s

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA), minimum 2 years PQE and Big 4 experience preferred
• Strong technical knowledge and experience with IFRS in producing statutory accounts for multiple entities
• Experience of managing a team and delivering on multiple workstreams to tight deadlines
• Experience of working collaboratively with finance and non-finance stakeholders
• Experience of working in a Group or Central Finance function
• An eye for detail, willingness to be hands on and a commitment to continuous improvement
• Strong Excel skills and experience with SAP preferred but not essential
• Hospitality and Leisure experience desirable but not essential

• Great development opportunities
• Discounted rates on hotel rooms, food and drink across the Clermont Hotel Group
• Interest free season ticket loans (conditions apply)
• Access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
• Pension and Healthcare Schemes
• Generous recommend a friend scheme
• Apprenticeships and accredited qualifications up to Level 7 (Master\'s Degree equivalent)
• Access to discounts and cashback through a huge range of retailers and service providers via our online benefits portal
• Great Recognition program
• ...and many more!

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