A rapidly expanding restaurant group is seeking a Management Accountant to play a pivotal role in shaping financial strategy and supporting operational growth.

With ambitious expansion plans and a fast-paced environment, this role offers the opportunity to drive financial insights, improve cost control, and help navigate market challenges.

Role Overview:
Reporting to the Head of Finance, the Management Accountant will ensure accurate financial reporting, support budgeting and forecasting, and collaborate closely with operations to enhance profitability.

As the business scales, you will provide key financial insights to help optimise decision-making in a dynamic hospitality environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with external accountants to review monthly management accounts, providing analysis and commentary for key stakeholders.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes, working closely with operations to ensure financial accuracy.
• Track financial and operational performance, identifying trends and areas for improvement.
• Work alongside General Managers to monitor cost efficiencies, stock control, and margin optimisation.
• Collaborate with operations, marketing, property, and HR teams to provide financial insights that drive strategic decisions.
• Manage payroll submissions, ensuring accuracy and compliance in coordination with external providers.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Part / Fully Qualified (CIMA / ACCA / ACA) with experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical mindset, able to translate financial data into actionable insights.
• Confident communicator, comfortable working with non-finance teams to drive business performance.
• Hands-on approach, willing to get involved in both strategic projects and day-to-day finance tasks.
• Experience with finance systems, EPOS, stock control, and reporting tools.
• Understanding of multi-site financial operations, with a focus on cost management and site performance tracking.
• Passion for the hospitality sector and a keen interest in food and drink.