Financial Controller - Restaurants

Harper May is currently working with a well established and extremely popular restaurant. The restaurant has earned many accolades over the years and is rated as one of the best restaurants in London. They are currently seeking a Financial Controller to join their growing team.

Key Responsibilities for the Financial Controller :

• Preparation of management accounts together with supporting board report schedules
• Managing the forecasting and budgeting process
• Revenue related activities: Revenue recognition with supporting documentation
• PE reporting / Investor Reporting
• Weekly working capital reporting (cash, accrued revenue, debtors)
• Managing Payroll, pensions, and related matters
• Taxes: PAYE, VAT, CT and annual returns
• Banking and treasury
• Statutory accounts preparation and audit
• Continuous improvement of reporting and processes
• Ad-hoc queries as expected in a financial controller role
• Managing and mentoring of the team

Skills and Experience:

• Been a previous Financial Controller
• Fully qualified - ACA / CIMA / ACCA
• Investor reporting experience is advantageous
• Excellent Excel and financial modelling skills are required
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work with a high level of accuracy and meet strict deadlines