Financial Controller - Hospitality Sector Location: London Salary: £90,000 to £110,000 + bonus (DOE) Hybrid: Hybrid - 4 office days per week About the Company We are proud to be partnering with a leading London based hospitality group with an exceptional reputation for quality, innovation and customer experience. With a portfolio of well known brands and a strong growth trajectory, the business is continuing to evolve its operating model and strengthen its senior leadership team. As part of this journey, they are now looking to appoint a Financial Controller to take ownership of a strategically important multi entity portfolio within the Group. This is a high impact role, offering the chance to lead from the front across financial control, reporting, governance and commercial support. This is a control led role first, but equally one where you will work closely with senior operational stakeholders and act as the financial voice at the table. You will play a key part in driving pace, accountability and strong financial discipline, while ensuring the business remains aligned to Group standards and governance.Job requirements: As a Financial Controller, you will: Own end to end finance delivery for a key multi entity portfolio, with clear accountability for pace, quality and output Lead the monthly close process to agreed deadlines, ensuring accurate P&L, balance sheet and cashflow reporting Maintain a clean and well governed balance sheet across all entities, ensuring reconciliations are completed, reviewed and actioned Take ownership of key schedules including accruals, prepayments, payroll, capex, intercompany and provisions Ensure a strong financial control environment is in place, with clear documentation, approvals, audit trail and cut off discipline Ensure audit readiness throughout the year and lead delivery across year end and statutory reporting requirements Ensure compliance with Group financial policies, internal control frameworks and delegated authorities Provide oversight and challenge of weekly cash forecasts, ensuring assumptions are robust and risks are identified early Partner closely with the Treasury Manager and wider leadership team to ensure cash impacts of commercial and operational decisions are understood Act as senior finance partner to operational leadership, providing both support and constructive challenge Deliver performance insight across trading, margins, controllable costs and site contribution Support commercial decision making across pricing, promotions, menu engineering, operating models and new initiatives Lead finance input into budgeting and reforecasting in partnership with Group FP&A Provide structured analysis on labour, productivity and cost control, ensuring plans are realistic and deliverable Support investment appraisals, new initiatives and strategic change, ensuring strong governance and returns discipline Build and embed scalable finance processes as the portfolio continues to evolve Drive continuous improvement across reporting, workflows, controls and data quality Lead and develop the finance team, setting clear expectations, coaching performance and building accountability Key Person Requirements: A qualified accountant, ACA, ACCA or CIMA, with strong post qualified experience in Financial Control or Controllership roles Experienced in owning end to end month end, balance sheet governance and audit readiness across multi entity environments Experience within multi-site hospitality or retail environments Control minded, with the judgement to operate at pace without compromising integrity or standards Confident managing senior stakeholders and able to influence, challenge and support non finance leaders Commercially aware, with strong analytical skills and the ability to turn numbers into clear business decisions Hands on, resilient and delivery focused, with the ability to thrive in a fast moving and evolving environment Advanced in Excel and comfortable working across finance systems and reporting tools If you are looking for a broad and visible Financial Controller role where you can take full ownership of finance delivery for a key portfolio, while partnering closely with senior leadership in a growing hospitality business, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV for immediate consideration.
Apr 23, 2026
Full time
Financial Controller - Hospitality Sector Location: London Salary: £90,000 to £110,000 + bonus (DOE) Hybrid: Hybrid - 4 office days per week About the Company We are proud to be partnering with a leading London based hospitality group with an exceptional reputation for quality, innovation and customer experience. With a portfolio of well known brands and a strong growth trajectory, the business is continuing to evolve its operating model and strengthen its senior leadership team. As part of this journey, they are now looking to appoint a Financial Controller to take ownership of a strategically important multi entity portfolio within the Group. This is a high impact role, offering the chance to lead from the front across financial control, reporting, governance and commercial support. This is a control led role first, but equally one where you will work closely with senior operational stakeholders and act as the financial voice at the table. You will play a key part in driving pace, accountability and strong financial discipline, while ensuring the business remains aligned to Group standards and governance.Job requirements: As a Financial Controller, you will: Own end to end finance delivery for a key multi entity portfolio, with clear accountability for pace, quality and output Lead the monthly close process to agreed deadlines, ensuring accurate P&L, balance sheet and cashflow reporting Maintain a clean and well governed balance sheet across all entities, ensuring reconciliations are completed, reviewed and actioned Take ownership of key schedules including accruals, prepayments, payroll, capex, intercompany and provisions Ensure a strong financial control environment is in place, with clear documentation, approvals, audit trail and cut off discipline Ensure audit readiness throughout the year and lead delivery across year end and statutory reporting requirements Ensure compliance with Group financial policies, internal control frameworks and delegated authorities Provide oversight and challenge of weekly cash forecasts, ensuring assumptions are robust and risks are identified early Partner closely with the Treasury Manager and wider leadership team to ensure cash impacts of commercial and operational decisions are understood Act as senior finance partner to operational leadership, providing both support and constructive challenge Deliver performance insight across trading, margins, controllable costs and site contribution Support commercial decision making across pricing, promotions, menu engineering, operating models and new initiatives Lead finance input into budgeting and reforecasting in partnership with Group FP&A Provide structured analysis on labour, productivity and cost control, ensuring plans are realistic and deliverable Support investment appraisals, new initiatives and strategic change, ensuring strong governance and returns discipline Build and embed scalable finance processes as the portfolio continues to evolve Drive continuous improvement across reporting, workflows, controls and data quality Lead and develop the finance team, setting clear expectations, coaching performance and building accountability Key Person Requirements: A qualified accountant, ACA, ACCA or CIMA, with strong post qualified experience in Financial Control or Controllership roles Experienced in owning end to end month end, balance sheet governance and audit readiness across multi entity environments Experience within multi-site hospitality or retail environments Control minded, with the judgement to operate at pace without compromising integrity or standards Confident managing senior stakeholders and able to influence, challenge and support non finance leaders Commercially aware, with strong analytical skills and the ability to turn numbers into clear business decisions Hands on, resilient and delivery focused, with the ability to thrive in a fast moving and evolving environment Advanced in Excel and comfortable working across finance systems and reporting tools If you are looking for a broad and visible Financial Controller role where you can take full ownership of finance delivery for a key portfolio, while partnering closely with senior leadership in a growing hospitality business, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV for immediate consideration.
What you'll bring to the team Head of Business Development - Events Location: London, Arbor Hours: 37.5 hours per week Contract Type: Permanent, salaried We are recruiting for a commercially driven Head of Business Development to lead national growth across the Merlin Venues UK portfolio. This strategic role is dedicated to driving corporate event sales, expanding market share, and securing high-value business across corporate clients, agencies, and international channels. You will develop and deliver a UK-wide growth strategy aligned to revenue targets, identifying opportunities across key sectors including finance, technology, and luxury. Working closely with General Managers, Marketing, and revenue teams, you will ensure alignment across commercial priorities. A core focus will be leading proactive outbound sales, including campaigns, outreach, RFPs, and high-value conversions. You will build strong relationships with corporate clients, global agencies, and event partners, while leading pitches, presentations, and client showcases. You will also develop strategic partnerships, represent Merlin Venues at industry events, and oversee CRM-led sales operations, ensuring strong pipeline management, forecasting, and performance reporting. Qualifications & Experience Minimum of 5 years' senior business development or commercial leadership experience within the events industry Proven track record of driving growth through proactive sales Strong negotiation, pitching, and relationship-building skills Highly analytical with strong strategic planning and financial interpretation capability Dynamic and resilient leader who thrives in fast-paced, high-growth environments Benefits A competitive annual salary 33 days holiday (including bank holidays) 'Enjoy the Ride' Merlin Annual Passes - 6 in total per year, 1 for you, plus 5 to gift to loved ones! Merlin Magic Pass - 20 free tickets for you, your family and friends to enjoy all of our Merlin Attractions across the world rising to 40 after a year's service Company bonus Private pension scheme 40% discount online off LEGO 25% discount in our on-site retail shops and restaurants Ongoing training and development opportunities Plus, many more Pay Range Competitive
Apr 23, 2026
Full time
What you'll bring to the team Head of Business Development - Events Location: London, Arbor Hours: 37.5 hours per week Contract Type: Permanent, salaried We are recruiting for a commercially driven Head of Business Development to lead national growth across the Merlin Venues UK portfolio. This strategic role is dedicated to driving corporate event sales, expanding market share, and securing high-value business across corporate clients, agencies, and international channels. You will develop and deliver a UK-wide growth strategy aligned to revenue targets, identifying opportunities across key sectors including finance, technology, and luxury. Working closely with General Managers, Marketing, and revenue teams, you will ensure alignment across commercial priorities. A core focus will be leading proactive outbound sales, including campaigns, outreach, RFPs, and high-value conversions. You will build strong relationships with corporate clients, global agencies, and event partners, while leading pitches, presentations, and client showcases. You will also develop strategic partnerships, represent Merlin Venues at industry events, and oversee CRM-led sales operations, ensuring strong pipeline management, forecasting, and performance reporting. Qualifications & Experience Minimum of 5 years' senior business development or commercial leadership experience within the events industry Proven track record of driving growth through proactive sales Strong negotiation, pitching, and relationship-building skills Highly analytical with strong strategic planning and financial interpretation capability Dynamic and resilient leader who thrives in fast-paced, high-growth environments Benefits A competitive annual salary 33 days holiday (including bank holidays) 'Enjoy the Ride' Merlin Annual Passes - 6 in total per year, 1 for you, plus 5 to gift to loved ones! Merlin Magic Pass - 20 free tickets for you, your family and friends to enjoy all of our Merlin Attractions across the world rising to 40 after a year's service Company bonus Private pension scheme 40% discount online off LEGO 25% discount in our on-site retail shops and restaurants Ongoing training and development opportunities Plus, many more Pay Range Competitive
Our mission We're powering biology's century with radically faster, more reliable clinical trials. Every new treatment needs clinical trials to prove safety and efficacy, but today's infrastructure is stuck in the past- driving up cost, causing delays and ultimately meaning new treatments don't get to patients. We're fundamentally changing that- not just being a "better CRO," but transforming how people think about developing new treatments, so patients can access breakthrough treatments faster. Our impact speaks for itself: Since March 2021, we've powered 100+ clinical trials involving tens of thousands of patients. We recently raised a $55M Series B from Balderton Capital, alongside backing from Creandum, Firstminute, Seedcamp, and Visionaries. What's it like to work here? When you join us, you'll experience: High-Impact, Mission-Driven Work: Lindus Health is disrupting an outdated industry, giving you the chance to directly improve patients' lives and see tangible results from your work. Fast-Paced Growth & Ownership: We recognise hard work and outcomes over anything else. You'll take on real responsibility, work across different areas, and actively shape the company's success. Collaborative, No-Ego Culture: Work with smart, driven people in a supportive and informal environment. At Lindus we break down silos, fun is a core value, and creativity is encouraged. Ready to power biology's century? We'd love to hear from you. About the role We're hiring a Finance Director to lead our finance function through the next phase of growth. This is a high-impact role combining strong controllership and technical accounting with high-quality FP&A and commercial insight. You'll ensure our numbers are audit-ready and our decisions are well supported while staying close to the detail and building foundations that scale. This is both a hands-on and strategic role. You'll be comfortable leading the Finance Operations team, delivering monthly management accounts and lead the annual audit end-to-end and rolling up your sleeves to build models, improve processes, and partner with the business day-to-day as well as lead and coach the existing finance team and be a strategic advisor to the executive team. About you We'd like to hear from you if You are a qualified accountant with 8+ years of total experience in finance, accounting & FP&A roles You have Big 4 (or equivalent) audit training and strong core accounting fundamentals You have spent at least 3 years in finance roles at Series A - Series D (eg 20 - 500 FTEs) startups/scaleups similarly fast-moving environment). Ideal candidates have held management roles in finance at fast moving startups for most of their career Ideally Experience leading Finance teams in project-based/consultancy businesses (vs SaaS or consumer) Have proven ability to cover both controllership/technical accounting and FP&A/planning/modelling Strong technical judgement (especially around IFRS 15/services revenue recognition) You have a hands-on mindset Keen eye and attention to detail, matched with the comfort of working in a fast-paced environment where ambiguity and the ability to adapt processes and forecasting assumptions are key You can influence leaders, challenge assumptions, and communicate clearly to non-finance audiences Comfortable swiftly zooming in and out of detail to see the bigger picture You belong here! If your experience and interests align with the above, we want you to apply. What you'll focus on Leadership & team development Lead the finance function, line managing team of 2, and hiring further team as needed Provide coaching and mentoring to team members to upskill and develop professionally Raise the bar on technical accounting depth, close quality, and business partnering Be a strategic partner to the executive team providing advice on best practices, revenue recognition and accrual strategies to support adequate maintenance of runway and cashflow.Build a roadmap for scaling the function Financial control, reporting & audit Ensure accurate and timely financial statements, including income statements, cost control reporting, balance sheets, and cash flow statements: accuracy, timelines, reconciliations, and continuous process improvement Lead the annual audit and statutory reporting process end-to-end: Auditor relationship, PBC management, technical papers, and delivery to deadlines Implement and strengthen internal controls, financial policies, and scalable processes as the company grows Ensure high-quality balance sheet management, evidence standards, and audit-ready documentation Act as the technical accounting owner for the business: Revenue recognition (IFRS 15), contract review guidance, and policy documentation Judgement areas such as provisions, accruals, capitalisation, leases, and share-based payments Planning, forecasting & modelling (hands-on) Lead annual budgeting and rolling forecasting, partnering with functional leads to build accountable plans Build and maintain driver-based models (revenue, margin, headcount, cash/runway, scenario planning) Produce clear monthly performance narratives for leadership: Variances, drivers, risks, and recommended actions Gross margin reporting & analysis What we offer We believe in rewarding the people who are building the future of clinical research. Financial & Growth: Competitive salary plus meaningful equity - you'll own a piece of what we're building £1,000 annual Learning & Development budget for courses, certifications, and conferences 39 days annual leave (30 days PTO + 8 bank holidays + 1 James Lind Day) Health & Wellbeing: £60 monthly wellness allowance with flexibility on how to spend this, including opting in to a company private health insurance or wellhub membership. Access to gym and retail discounts through Happl Culture & Connection: Monthly lunch vouchers for remote team members Regular company events and team gatherings (both virtual and in-person) Charity partnerships and volunteering opportunities with Forward Trust Work with a team that's genuinely changing healthcare for the better Our Hiring Process We believe hiring should be transparent, respectful of your time, and give you a real feel for what Lindus Health is like. Here's what to expect: Initial conversation with Sophie, our Talent Lead (30 mins) Get to know each other, discuss the role, and answer any questions about Lindus Expertise interview with Meri, co-CEO (30 mins) Deep dive into your experience and how you'd approach key challenges Functional task with a panel interview with Michael, co-CEO and Hannah, Programme Ops Director (60 mins) This will include a task you'll need to prepare in advance of the interview and talk too with the team Values interview with a co-founder and other member of the wider team (30 mins) A chance to get to know each other and explore how our values align Meet the team chat to our existing finance team; interim CFO, senior finance manager and finance associate (30 mins) We will only contact you from email addresses. Please check the spelling of emails which appear to come from Lindus Health carefully before responding. We will never ask for your financial information over email. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We evaluate all candidates based solely on their skills, experience, and qualifications relevant to the role. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status
Apr 22, 2026
Full time
Our mission We're powering biology's century with radically faster, more reliable clinical trials. Every new treatment needs clinical trials to prove safety and efficacy, but today's infrastructure is stuck in the past- driving up cost, causing delays and ultimately meaning new treatments don't get to patients. We're fundamentally changing that- not just being a "better CRO," but transforming how people think about developing new treatments, so patients can access breakthrough treatments faster. Our impact speaks for itself: Since March 2021, we've powered 100+ clinical trials involving tens of thousands of patients. We recently raised a $55M Series B from Balderton Capital, alongside backing from Creandum, Firstminute, Seedcamp, and Visionaries. What's it like to work here? When you join us, you'll experience: High-Impact, Mission-Driven Work: Lindus Health is disrupting an outdated industry, giving you the chance to directly improve patients' lives and see tangible results from your work. Fast-Paced Growth & Ownership: We recognise hard work and outcomes over anything else. You'll take on real responsibility, work across different areas, and actively shape the company's success. Collaborative, No-Ego Culture: Work with smart, driven people in a supportive and informal environment. At Lindus we break down silos, fun is a core value, and creativity is encouraged. Ready to power biology's century? We'd love to hear from you. About the role We're hiring a Finance Director to lead our finance function through the next phase of growth. This is a high-impact role combining strong controllership and technical accounting with high-quality FP&A and commercial insight. You'll ensure our numbers are audit-ready and our decisions are well supported while staying close to the detail and building foundations that scale. This is both a hands-on and strategic role. You'll be comfortable leading the Finance Operations team, delivering monthly management accounts and lead the annual audit end-to-end and rolling up your sleeves to build models, improve processes, and partner with the business day-to-day as well as lead and coach the existing finance team and be a strategic advisor to the executive team. About you We'd like to hear from you if You are a qualified accountant with 8+ years of total experience in finance, accounting & FP&A roles You have Big 4 (or equivalent) audit training and strong core accounting fundamentals You have spent at least 3 years in finance roles at Series A - Series D (eg 20 - 500 FTEs) startups/scaleups similarly fast-moving environment). Ideal candidates have held management roles in finance at fast moving startups for most of their career Ideally Experience leading Finance teams in project-based/consultancy businesses (vs SaaS or consumer) Have proven ability to cover both controllership/technical accounting and FP&A/planning/modelling Strong technical judgement (especially around IFRS 15/services revenue recognition) You have a hands-on mindset Keen eye and attention to detail, matched with the comfort of working in a fast-paced environment where ambiguity and the ability to adapt processes and forecasting assumptions are key You can influence leaders, challenge assumptions, and communicate clearly to non-finance audiences Comfortable swiftly zooming in and out of detail to see the bigger picture You belong here! If your experience and interests align with the above, we want you to apply. What you'll focus on Leadership & team development Lead the finance function, line managing team of 2, and hiring further team as needed Provide coaching and mentoring to team members to upskill and develop professionally Raise the bar on technical accounting depth, close quality, and business partnering Be a strategic partner to the executive team providing advice on best practices, revenue recognition and accrual strategies to support adequate maintenance of runway and cashflow.Build a roadmap for scaling the function Financial control, reporting & audit Ensure accurate and timely financial statements, including income statements, cost control reporting, balance sheets, and cash flow statements: accuracy, timelines, reconciliations, and continuous process improvement Lead the annual audit and statutory reporting process end-to-end: Auditor relationship, PBC management, technical papers, and delivery to deadlines Implement and strengthen internal controls, financial policies, and scalable processes as the company grows Ensure high-quality balance sheet management, evidence standards, and audit-ready documentation Act as the technical accounting owner for the business: Revenue recognition (IFRS 15), contract review guidance, and policy documentation Judgement areas such as provisions, accruals, capitalisation, leases, and share-based payments Planning, forecasting & modelling (hands-on) Lead annual budgeting and rolling forecasting, partnering with functional leads to build accountable plans Build and maintain driver-based models (revenue, margin, headcount, cash/runway, scenario planning) Produce clear monthly performance narratives for leadership: Variances, drivers, risks, and recommended actions Gross margin reporting & analysis What we offer We believe in rewarding the people who are building the future of clinical research. Financial & Growth: Competitive salary plus meaningful equity - you'll own a piece of what we're building £1,000 annual Learning & Development budget for courses, certifications, and conferences 39 days annual leave (30 days PTO + 8 bank holidays + 1 James Lind Day) Health & Wellbeing: £60 monthly wellness allowance with flexibility on how to spend this, including opting in to a company private health insurance or wellhub membership. Access to gym and retail discounts through Happl Culture & Connection: Monthly lunch vouchers for remote team members Regular company events and team gatherings (both virtual and in-person) Charity partnerships and volunteering opportunities with Forward Trust Work with a team that's genuinely changing healthcare for the better Our Hiring Process We believe hiring should be transparent, respectful of your time, and give you a real feel for what Lindus Health is like. Here's what to expect: Initial conversation with Sophie, our Talent Lead (30 mins) Get to know each other, discuss the role, and answer any questions about Lindus Expertise interview with Meri, co-CEO (30 mins) Deep dive into your experience and how you'd approach key challenges Functional task with a panel interview with Michael, co-CEO and Hannah, Programme Ops Director (60 mins) This will include a task you'll need to prepare in advance of the interview and talk too with the team Values interview with a co-founder and other member of the wider team (30 mins) A chance to get to know each other and explore how our values align Meet the team chat to our existing finance team; interim CFO, senior finance manager and finance associate (30 mins) We will only contact you from email addresses. Please check the spelling of emails which appear to come from Lindus Health carefully before responding. We will never ask for your financial information over email. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We evaluate all candidates based solely on their skills, experience, and qualifications relevant to the role. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status
Cobb & Jones Recruitment Limited
Tunbridge Wells, Kent
FP&A Manager Commercial Finance Inventory-Led Business Strategic Business Partner Are you a commercially minded FP&A Manager who enjoys being close to the numbers and close to the business? This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established, nationally recognised consumer brand that has achieved significant growth and success in a fast-moving, inventory-led environment. The business combines heritage, creativity and ambition with a modern, data-driven approach - and finance plays a central role in shaping what comes next. Reporting to the Finance Director, this role is about looking forward: identifying trends, risks and opportunities, turning data into insight, and helping senior leaders make better decisions. You'll be trusted, visible and influential - not just reporting performance, but actively improving it. In addition, you'll inherit a skilled and willing Finance Analyst who demonstrates all the relevant attributes of an aspiring FP&A professional The Role: As FP&A Manager, you will lead the budgeting and forecasting process while acting as a true business partner to commercial and operational teams. Key responsibilities include: Leading the annual budget and managing rolling forecasts, adapting quickly to trading performance and market conditions Translating merchandising and sales forecasts into robust financial plans, with real ownership of stock-related assumptions Providing clear insight into what happened, why it happened and what will happen next - with practical, commercial recommendations Building long-range plans, scenarios and business models to support growth, investment and new initiatives Partnering closely with non-finance leaders to help them understand the financial impact of their decisions Driving automation, efficiency and smarter reporting across finance tools and processes Managing and developing a Finance Analyst, setting high standards and clear accountability What We're Looking For: This role will suit a proactive FP&A professional who enjoys pace, complexity and commercial challenge. You are likely to have: Experience operating at FP&A Manager level (or equivalent) in a stock-driven, fast-paced environment Strong background in budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling, with confidence handling large datasets Excellent Excel skills alongside experience with BI tools and ERP systems A pragmatic, engaging communication style, able to influence non-finance stakeholders Experience in retail, e-commerce, logistics or operational businesses (highly desirable) Exposure to using automation or AI tools to streamline analysis and reduce manual workload (a plus) An accounting qualification (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) is welcomed but not essential Why Join? Join a respected national brand with a strong reputation and ambitious growth plans Work in a genuinely commercial FP&A role, embedded in decision-making High visibility with senior stakeholders and real opportunity to influence outcomes The chance to modernise, automate and shape how finance supports the business A culture that values pragmatism, collaboration and thoughtful challenge On Offer: £70k - £75k Basic salary Hybrid working Company benefits If you're an FP&A Manager who enjoys stock, thrives on insight rather than reporting, and wants to make a visible impact in a successful, evolving business, this role offers exactly that.
Apr 21, 2026
Full time
FP&A Manager Commercial Finance Inventory-Led Business Strategic Business Partner Are you a commercially minded FP&A Manager who enjoys being close to the numbers and close to the business? This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established, nationally recognised consumer brand that has achieved significant growth and success in a fast-moving, inventory-led environment. The business combines heritage, creativity and ambition with a modern, data-driven approach - and finance plays a central role in shaping what comes next. Reporting to the Finance Director, this role is about looking forward: identifying trends, risks and opportunities, turning data into insight, and helping senior leaders make better decisions. You'll be trusted, visible and influential - not just reporting performance, but actively improving it. In addition, you'll inherit a skilled and willing Finance Analyst who demonstrates all the relevant attributes of an aspiring FP&A professional The Role: As FP&A Manager, you will lead the budgeting and forecasting process while acting as a true business partner to commercial and operational teams. Key responsibilities include: Leading the annual budget and managing rolling forecasts, adapting quickly to trading performance and market conditions Translating merchandising and sales forecasts into robust financial plans, with real ownership of stock-related assumptions Providing clear insight into what happened, why it happened and what will happen next - with practical, commercial recommendations Building long-range plans, scenarios and business models to support growth, investment and new initiatives Partnering closely with non-finance leaders to help them understand the financial impact of their decisions Driving automation, efficiency and smarter reporting across finance tools and processes Managing and developing a Finance Analyst, setting high standards and clear accountability What We're Looking For: This role will suit a proactive FP&A professional who enjoys pace, complexity and commercial challenge. You are likely to have: Experience operating at FP&A Manager level (or equivalent) in a stock-driven, fast-paced environment Strong background in budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling, with confidence handling large datasets Excellent Excel skills alongside experience with BI tools and ERP systems A pragmatic, engaging communication style, able to influence non-finance stakeholders Experience in retail, e-commerce, logistics or operational businesses (highly desirable) Exposure to using automation or AI tools to streamline analysis and reduce manual workload (a plus) An accounting qualification (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) is welcomed but not essential Why Join? Join a respected national brand with a strong reputation and ambitious growth plans Work in a genuinely commercial FP&A role, embedded in decision-making High visibility with senior stakeholders and real opportunity to influence outcomes The chance to modernise, automate and shape how finance supports the business A culture that values pragmatism, collaboration and thoughtful challenge On Offer: £70k - £75k Basic salary Hybrid working Company benefits If you're an FP&A Manager who enjoys stock, thrives on insight rather than reporting, and wants to make a visible impact in a successful, evolving business, this role offers exactly that.
Head of FP&A 9 Month Fixed Term Contract 80,000 - 100,000 + Great Benefits London Our client, a fast-growing global enterprise at the intersection of technology, creativity, and commerce, is looking for a highly skilled FP&A Lead to join their Strategic Finance team on a 9 month fixed term contract. Reporting directly to the Finance Director, this senior position will play a key role in shaping the company's long-term financial strategy. You'll drive forward-looking financial planning, forecasting, and analysis, ensuring business decisions are data-driven and strategically aligned. This role goes beyond execution, empowering you to define frameworks, influence senior leadership, and position finance as a key driver of performance and growth. Key Responsibilities Set the vision for financial planning processes across monthly, quarterly, and annual cycles. Build and scale robust financial models, covering profitability, long-term scenarios, and investments. Develop and evolve investment governance frameworks to guide capital allocation. Act as a trusted advisor to the executive team, influencing strategic and operational decisions with data-driven insights. Champion financial discipline, defining evaluation and prioritisation methods for initiatives. Lead company-wide margin and KPI management, defining metrics that drive accountability. Deliver impactful communication for leadership and the board, turning financial insights into compelling narratives. Lead the forecasting process in alignment with business teams and executive priorities. Conduct competitive and internal performance analysis to inform strategy. Oversee FP&A transformation projects to scale reporting, forecasting, and planning capabilities. Benchmark company performance against industry leaders to ensure competitiveness. Requirements CIMA/ACA/ACCA qualified Significant FP&A or Strategic Finance experience, ideally in e-commerce, retail or high-growth environments. Proven ability to shape financial strategy and influence at the executive level. Advanced financial modelling, forecasting, and investment evaluation expertise. Strong analytical and storytelling skills, with the ability to simplify complexity. Strong leadership presence and stakeholder management skills. Ability to navigate ambiguity, anticipate challenges, and solve complex problems. Experience managing cross-functional, high-impact initiatives. You'll be joining a business with a collaborative, inclusive, and forward-thinking culture, where curiosity and innovation are encouraged at every level. The working environment is flexible, supportive, and people-first - from hybrid working and wellbeing initiatives to dog-friendly offices and opportunities to work abroad. Alongside a competitive benefits package that includes healthcare, pension matching, life insurance, and generous leave, this role offers the chance to make a visible impact at a senior level. For ambitious finance professionals, there may also be longer-term career potential, with opportunities to shape strategy, influence executives, and grow into broader leadership positions as the company continues to scale. Vitae Financial Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Oct 07, 2025
Contractor
Head of FP&A 9 Month Fixed Term Contract 80,000 - 100,000 + Great Benefits London Our client, a fast-growing global enterprise at the intersection of technology, creativity, and commerce, is looking for a highly skilled FP&A Lead to join their Strategic Finance team on a 9 month fixed term contract. Reporting directly to the Finance Director, this senior position will play a key role in shaping the company's long-term financial strategy. You'll drive forward-looking financial planning, forecasting, and analysis, ensuring business decisions are data-driven and strategically aligned. This role goes beyond execution, empowering you to define frameworks, influence senior leadership, and position finance as a key driver of performance and growth. Key Responsibilities Set the vision for financial planning processes across monthly, quarterly, and annual cycles. Build and scale robust financial models, covering profitability, long-term scenarios, and investments. Develop and evolve investment governance frameworks to guide capital allocation. Act as a trusted advisor to the executive team, influencing strategic and operational decisions with data-driven insights. Champion financial discipline, defining evaluation and prioritisation methods for initiatives. Lead company-wide margin and KPI management, defining metrics that drive accountability. Deliver impactful communication for leadership and the board, turning financial insights into compelling narratives. Lead the forecasting process in alignment with business teams and executive priorities. Conduct competitive and internal performance analysis to inform strategy. Oversee FP&A transformation projects to scale reporting, forecasting, and planning capabilities. Benchmark company performance against industry leaders to ensure competitiveness. Requirements CIMA/ACA/ACCA qualified Significant FP&A or Strategic Finance experience, ideally in e-commerce, retail or high-growth environments. Proven ability to shape financial strategy and influence at the executive level. Advanced financial modelling, forecasting, and investment evaluation expertise. Strong analytical and storytelling skills, with the ability to simplify complexity. Strong leadership presence and stakeholder management skills. Ability to navigate ambiguity, anticipate challenges, and solve complex problems. Experience managing cross-functional, high-impact initiatives. You'll be joining a business with a collaborative, inclusive, and forward-thinking culture, where curiosity and innovation are encouraged at every level. The working environment is flexible, supportive, and people-first - from hybrid working and wellbeing initiatives to dog-friendly offices and opportunities to work abroad. Alongside a competitive benefits package that includes healthcare, pension matching, life insurance, and generous leave, this role offers the chance to make a visible impact at a senior level. For ambitious finance professionals, there may also be longer-term career potential, with opportunities to shape strategy, influence executives, and grow into broader leadership positions as the company continues to scale. Vitae Financial Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Associate Finance Business Partner, We drive our own success Salary £30,000 - £40,000 Benefits: Staff Shop, MyBargains, Pension Location :Deal Ways of Working: Site Based Hours of work 08:30 - 17:00 Contract Type - Permanent Please be informed that this role offers a job share option, which aims to promote a collaborative approach to workload management and improved work-life balance by sharing a full-time role with another colleague. Why join us? We're constantly evolving, progressing and diversifying. And we want our people to do so too. For everyone to feel empowered, engaged and enabled. To create opportunities to move forward, climb higher and push for more. We believe in fuelling ambition and guiding success. In supporting everyone with talent and drive to own what they do, realise their potential and build a brilliant future for themselves at Bakkavor. About the role We're proud to offer you a career with real scope for development. To reward your hard work and ambition as a talented Associate Finance Business Partner with plenty of support and opportunity. Empowering you to drive your own success and create a career you can be proud of too. In this busy and exciting role, you will support the (Senior) Finance Business Partners with providing insight to the Factory Management and wider Operations teams - to aid decision-making that drives site profitability. You will become part of the broader Business Finance Team and build a positive working relationship with the Business FP&A Team - to communicate factory trends and cost drivers for input to financial models. Transactional processing, analysis and adherence to Group controls following SOPs to execute tasks within agreed SLAs and KPIs - will be top of your agenda. Role Accountabilities Product Costing & Pricing (60% of focus at the beginning) Supporting standard cost reset activities (prepared by the Business FP&A Team) and performing deep dives into data to support any complex pricing decisions Contributing to the end-to-end costings process, ensuring timetable and controls are adhered to from a Finance perspective Ensuring adherence to agreed financial processes and controls within the costing system (Recipe Professor) Supporting on product costing meetings and ensuring all launch and implementation costs are captured, including opportunities and risks associated with operational processes that could impact the financials Supporting preparers of new and existing product development costs, escalating concerns as necessary to the (Senior) Finance Business Partners. Ensuring the correct costs are included in 'As-is/To-be' models at each stage of the Development process Working with Business FP&A team as necessary, to prepare any ad-hoc costing analysis as requested by the wider operations team in a timely and efficient manner Understanding variances against standard cost and ensuring these are accurately captured to maintain a catalogue of actual cost by product Business Partnering (30% of focus - will increase over time) Supporting the (Senior) Finance Business Partners in translating complex financial data into clear and actionable business insights Fostering collaborative relationships with stakeholders to remain up to date with latest operation activity and priorities Working closely with wider business teams to accurately gather data for profit improvement initiatives to track their progress against defined financial targets Reviewing and analyse P&L and Tracker information to highlight trends Providing information and insight to the (Senior) Finance Business Partner to aid their input to the Finance Shared Services Team in their production of weekly and monthly Overhead reports and P&Ls / balance sheet reconciliations Supporting with cost centre reviews alongside cost centre owners and assisting with any ad hoc information requests or deep dives into data Generating ad-hoc operational and overhead reports to support the analysis of business performance Collaborating with Operational teams to understand full Redzone functionality Forecasting (5% of focus) Understanding Business trends and cost drivers and ensuring these are effectively communicated to Business FP&A Team for inclusion in 13-week tracker forecasts, quarterly rolling forecasts and 3-year Business plans Delivering feedback to the Business FP&A Team members on any forecast data templates and supporting analysis in a timely and accurate manner, for inclusion in financial forecast submissions Providing Cost Centre Managers with information and analysis to aid preparation of overhead forecast plans, ensuring they accurately reflect expected inflation Understanding monthly and quarterly variance analysis between actual financial performance and forecasts/budgets prepared by Business FP&A Team Capital Management and Investment Appraisal (5% of focus) Assisting with preparation of capital invoice additions forecast and capital cash forecast, identifying project slippage and supporting generation of corrective action plans Communication and Change Management Build relationships with key internal stakeholders and effectively communicate escalations Work with the Business FP&A Team and Finance Shared Services to communicate related updates, progress, and challenges Collaborating closely with peers from the Business FP&A Team and Finance Shared Services to harmonise ways of working and drive process improvements Supporting the (Senior) Finance Business Partners to work closely with the wider Operations and Site Excellence teams to identify continuous improvement opportunities and cost reduction plans Contributing to projects as required, examples of which range from supporting centralisation projects and IS transformation projects Working with other parts of the broader finance function (Finance Shared Services, Group, UK FP&A) and central excellence teams as relevant, contributing to the UK finance agenda, driving best practice and standardisation Control Environment Assisting and supporting in all internal & external audit related activities as required Ensuring site adherence to Group controls, identifying and challenging gaps and supporting wider ops teams to resolve and implement new and improved processes that align to agreed standards Supporting site asset verification activity About you Ideally, you will have a strong understanding of accounting concepts and / or will be currently undergoing professional accounting qualification training (AAT/ACA/ACCA/CIMA). Knowledge of Operational Finance, strong written and verbal communication skills to convey information clearly and concisely, MS Office proficiency, effective time management, diligence and the ability to engage / effectively build relationships with internal and external stakeholders - will be key. If you have a passion for Finance, are comfortable operating in a fast paced and dynamic work environment and open to change, with the competence to positively contribute to the growth and transformation of your immediate team - this could be the perfect role for you. What you'll receive As an equal opportunity employer, we're committed to providing a safe and rewarding environment for you to thrive in. This is why we work hard to deliver benefits, rewards and wellbeing offerings that are important to you. You'll enjoy: Life Assurance (1 x salary) 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays as standard (may vary by role) Private medical insurance (after 5 years' service) Staff Shop Stakeholder Pension Scheme Discount & cashback platform Personal Accident Insurance Free health check Employee Assistance Programme A range of voluntary benefits (holiday purchase scheme, additional life assurance, dental & hospital cash plans) Salary sacrifice car lease scheme Free independent mortgage advice Discounted tutoring for children Access to financial learning tools and affordable loans via your salary Free car parking - Site dependant Plus, a commitment to your wellbeing that includes emotional, physical and financial support services delivered by our fantastic team of wellbeing champions. Proud to be Bakkavor We're proud to be the market leader in the UK fresh prepared food industry. We're proud to supply meals, salads, desserts, pizza and bread to leading grocery retailers including Tesco, M&S, Sainsbury's and Waitrose. We're driven by the hard work and passion of our people and are delighted to offer a wide range of careers across our business - come and join our dedicated Bakkavor team! Find out more and apply.
Oct 03, 2025
Full time
Associate Finance Business Partner, We drive our own success Salary £30,000 - £40,000 Benefits: Staff Shop, MyBargains, Pension Location :Deal Ways of Working: Site Based Hours of work 08:30 - 17:00 Contract Type - Permanent Please be informed that this role offers a job share option, which aims to promote a collaborative approach to workload management and improved work-life balance by sharing a full-time role with another colleague. Why join us? We're constantly evolving, progressing and diversifying. And we want our people to do so too. For everyone to feel empowered, engaged and enabled. To create opportunities to move forward, climb higher and push for more. We believe in fuelling ambition and guiding success. In supporting everyone with talent and drive to own what they do, realise their potential and build a brilliant future for themselves at Bakkavor. About the role We're proud to offer you a career with real scope for development. To reward your hard work and ambition as a talented Associate Finance Business Partner with plenty of support and opportunity. Empowering you to drive your own success and create a career you can be proud of too. In this busy and exciting role, you will support the (Senior) Finance Business Partners with providing insight to the Factory Management and wider Operations teams - to aid decision-making that drives site profitability. You will become part of the broader Business Finance Team and build a positive working relationship with the Business FP&A Team - to communicate factory trends and cost drivers for input to financial models. Transactional processing, analysis and adherence to Group controls following SOPs to execute tasks within agreed SLAs and KPIs - will be top of your agenda. Role Accountabilities Product Costing & Pricing (60% of focus at the beginning) Supporting standard cost reset activities (prepared by the Business FP&A Team) and performing deep dives into data to support any complex pricing decisions Contributing to the end-to-end costings process, ensuring timetable and controls are adhered to from a Finance perspective Ensuring adherence to agreed financial processes and controls within the costing system (Recipe Professor) Supporting on product costing meetings and ensuring all launch and implementation costs are captured, including opportunities and risks associated with operational processes that could impact the financials Supporting preparers of new and existing product development costs, escalating concerns as necessary to the (Senior) Finance Business Partners. Ensuring the correct costs are included in 'As-is/To-be' models at each stage of the Development process Working with Business FP&A team as necessary, to prepare any ad-hoc costing analysis as requested by the wider operations team in a timely and efficient manner Understanding variances against standard cost and ensuring these are accurately captured to maintain a catalogue of actual cost by product Business Partnering (30% of focus - will increase over time) Supporting the (Senior) Finance Business Partners in translating complex financial data into clear and actionable business insights Fostering collaborative relationships with stakeholders to remain up to date with latest operation activity and priorities Working closely with wider business teams to accurately gather data for profit improvement initiatives to track their progress against defined financial targets Reviewing and analyse P&L and Tracker information to highlight trends Providing information and insight to the (Senior) Finance Business Partner to aid their input to the Finance Shared Services Team in their production of weekly and monthly Overhead reports and P&Ls / balance sheet reconciliations Supporting with cost centre reviews alongside cost centre owners and assisting with any ad hoc information requests or deep dives into data Generating ad-hoc operational and overhead reports to support the analysis of business performance Collaborating with Operational teams to understand full Redzone functionality Forecasting (5% of focus) Understanding Business trends and cost drivers and ensuring these are effectively communicated to Business FP&A Team for inclusion in 13-week tracker forecasts, quarterly rolling forecasts and 3-year Business plans Delivering feedback to the Business FP&A Team members on any forecast data templates and supporting analysis in a timely and accurate manner, for inclusion in financial forecast submissions Providing Cost Centre Managers with information and analysis to aid preparation of overhead forecast plans, ensuring they accurately reflect expected inflation Understanding monthly and quarterly variance analysis between actual financial performance and forecasts/budgets prepared by Business FP&A Team Capital Management and Investment Appraisal (5% of focus) Assisting with preparation of capital invoice additions forecast and capital cash forecast, identifying project slippage and supporting generation of corrective action plans Communication and Change Management Build relationships with key internal stakeholders and effectively communicate escalations Work with the Business FP&A Team and Finance Shared Services to communicate related updates, progress, and challenges Collaborating closely with peers from the Business FP&A Team and Finance Shared Services to harmonise ways of working and drive process improvements Supporting the (Senior) Finance Business Partners to work closely with the wider Operations and Site Excellence teams to identify continuous improvement opportunities and cost reduction plans Contributing to projects as required, examples of which range from supporting centralisation projects and IS transformation projects Working with other parts of the broader finance function (Finance Shared Services, Group, UK FP&A) and central excellence teams as relevant, contributing to the UK finance agenda, driving best practice and standardisation Control Environment Assisting and supporting in all internal & external audit related activities as required Ensuring site adherence to Group controls, identifying and challenging gaps and supporting wider ops teams to resolve and implement new and improved processes that align to agreed standards Supporting site asset verification activity About you Ideally, you will have a strong understanding of accounting concepts and / or will be currently undergoing professional accounting qualification training (AAT/ACA/ACCA/CIMA). Knowledge of Operational Finance, strong written and verbal communication skills to convey information clearly and concisely, MS Office proficiency, effective time management, diligence and the ability to engage / effectively build relationships with internal and external stakeholders - will be key. If you have a passion for Finance, are comfortable operating in a fast paced and dynamic work environment and open to change, with the competence to positively contribute to the growth and transformation of your immediate team - this could be the perfect role for you. What you'll receive As an equal opportunity employer, we're committed to providing a safe and rewarding environment for you to thrive in. This is why we work hard to deliver benefits, rewards and wellbeing offerings that are important to you. You'll enjoy: Life Assurance (1 x salary) 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays as standard (may vary by role) Private medical insurance (after 5 years' service) Staff Shop Stakeholder Pension Scheme Discount & cashback platform Personal Accident Insurance Free health check Employee Assistance Programme A range of voluntary benefits (holiday purchase scheme, additional life assurance, dental & hospital cash plans) Salary sacrifice car lease scheme Free independent mortgage advice Discounted tutoring for children Access to financial learning tools and affordable loans via your salary Free car parking - Site dependant Plus, a commitment to your wellbeing that includes emotional, physical and financial support services delivered by our fantastic team of wellbeing champions. Proud to be Bakkavor We're proud to be the market leader in the UK fresh prepared food industry. We're proud to supply meals, salads, desserts, pizza and bread to leading grocery retailers including Tesco, M&S, Sainsbury's and Waitrose. We're driven by the hard work and passion of our people and are delighted to offer a wide range of careers across our business - come and join our dedicated Bakkavor team! Find out more and apply.
