Finance Manager

️ Finance Manager – Event Hospitality/Stadia Catering.
📍 Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire.
⭐37.5 hours per week.
⭐You must be ACA, CIMA, or ACCA Qualified
We are looking for a proactive, experienced and commercially astute Finance Manager to join an esteemed event catering company with a rich history and a diverse portfolio of venues, including prestigious sporting, entertainment, and cultural locations.
** Please note due to the nature of this job a car driver will be required for this role **
What’s in it for you?
* A competitive salary.
* Company life assurance scheme.
* Company Pension.
* Generous parental leave policies.
* Fantastic opportunities to progress within a one of the largest event catering companies in the world.
The Role:
* You will be responsible for day-to-day financial related activities and lead an established finance team, ensuring exceptional service to both clients and customers and other team members across the company.
* Prepare monthly management reports, including balance sheet, adhering to group reporting timelines and frameworks.
* Assist in forecasting and budget preparation.
* Generate management information such as wages, GP analysis, and expenditure reports.
* Conduct monthly balance sheet reconciliations and maintain an accurate fixed asset register.
* Foster strong relationships with key stakeholders across various business functions.
* Monitor and review venue client accounts to ensure timely and accurate information delivery.
* Ensure weekly safe counts are completed and perform necessary follow-up checks.
* Collaborate with the Head Cashier to establish and maintain effective controls and procedures.
* Review monthly commission statements for venue clients.
* Continuously improve and develop processes, procedures, and key controls.
* Work alongside the Head of Finance on system reviews and implementations.
* Provide support for Year End Audits and preparation of required documentation.
* Undertake ad hoc project work and reporting as directed by the Head of Finance.
The desirable candidate:
* Qualified ACA, CIMA, or ACCA with relevant post-qualification experience.
* Demonstrated ability to manage a team effectively and engage with diverse stakeholders.
* Strong problem-solving skills and exceptional attention to detail.
* Excellent time management and organizational abilities, with the capacity to thrive under pressure.
* Proactive approach to workload management and task prioritization.
* Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in other IT systems.
Due to the nature of the business, a degree of flexibility is required. It is a great opportunity for anyone who is passionate about delivering operational excellence.
If you feel you have the experience required, then please send your CV. For other opportunities please see our website.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome all applicants regardless of identity, personal characteristics or background.
Please note: We are expecting a high number of applications for this role and will be in touch with successful candidates within 72 hours of your application. Should you not hear from us within this period, we regret that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion