Finance Director
We are seeking a dynamic and entrepreneurial Finance Director to join the leadership team during an exciting period of growth. This pivotal role will work closely with the founding Directors to drive the company’s financial strategy and oversee the financial management across its core event and venue businesses. The Finance Director will also play a key role in expanding the company’s footprint within the food and beverage sector. This position requires a strategic thinker with a passion for the industry, proven financial expertise, and the ability to lead and inspire teams to achieve exceptional results.
Your missions
• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement financial strategies that support the company’s growth goals, providing regular financial insights to senior leadership to aid decision-making and drive business performance.
• Financial Oversight: Lead the finance team, ensuring effective management of financial operations, particularly in project-based accounting, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Joint Ventures & Partnerships: Maximise collaboration opportunities with key partners to support growth initiatives and ensure seamless financial management of joint ventures.
• Market & Sector Insights: Stay informed about trends and market dynamics in the food & beverage and events sectors, providing strategic recommendations to drive profitability.
• Investment & Project Evaluation: Evaluate and approve new business proposals, with a focus on business development, project feasibility, and retention.
• Cash Flow Management: Monitor and manage cash flow to ensure liquidity while supporting operational and growth needs.
• Profit & Margin Improvement: Identify and drive initiatives that enhance profitability, income, and margins across the business.
• Risk Management: Work with operational teams to identify risks and opportunities, ensuring alignment with financial targets.
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Lead the annual budgeting process and monthly forecasts, ensuring accurate reporting and recommending actions to stay on target.
• Financial Reporting: Oversee the preparation of financial statements, tax returns, and management reports in compliance with UK regulations and standards.
• Cost Control: Implement cost-saving measures at both the head office and event level to drive profitability.
• Leadership: Lead and inspire the finance team, adapting to the dynamic and fast-paced environment of the events and hospitality industry.
• Client Engagement: Build strong, professional relationships with clients’ finance teams, ensuring alignment and effective communication on financial matters.
Your profile
• Essential:
o Degree in Finance or a related field; ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent qualification.
o Proven experience as a Finance Director or senior commercial finance role, ideally in the F&B, retail, or events sector.
o Strong understanding of P&L management, financial planning, and commercial finance.
o Experience in business partnering at an executive level, delivering actionable financial insights to senior leaders.
o Expertise in financial analysis, reporting, and compliance with UK financial regulations.
o Demonstrated leadership abilities, with experience in managing and motivating teams.