Corporate Finance & Accounting Manager

Aethos; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A hospitality company in London is seeking a Corporate Finance & Accounting Manager to oversee financial operations across multiple entities. The role involves ensuring accurate financial reporting, streamlining processes, and managing relationships with third-party accounting firms. The ideal candidate has a degree in finance, 5+ years of experience, and strong technical accounting skills. Join us to contribute to our financial success.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant accounting or finance experience, ideally within a multi-entity or group environment.
• Experience working with outsourced accounting firms or shared services teams.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and understanding of financial controls.
• Ability to manage multiple entities and deadlines in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee bookkeeping, financial records, and statutory accounting for local entities.
• Prepare timely monthly management accounts and variance analysis.
• Manage payroll processes and ensure legal compliance.
• Support budgeting and forecasting cycles.

Skills

Multi-entity accounting

Financial reporting

Process improvement

Accounting software

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

ACCA/CPA/CIMA preferred

Tools

ERP software

Advanced Excel

Job description

Who We Are

Extraordinary places, passionate people, and shared learning experiences: this is Aethos. We believe that traveling and hospitality should leave a lasting positive impact on the mind, body, and soul. That's the reason why we choose our locations very carefully and work together with people who want to be part of a community instead of just “having a job”. Everyone who works at Aethos can make a personal impact on the community and company - great ideas can come from anywhere.

We are a young and dynamic hospitality company that understands the value of time with friends and loved ones. We make a conscious choice towards sustainability and well‑being, and the luxury of time and space. We stand for freedom from the stresses and anxieties of modern life. We want to be the first choice for anyone who seeks respite and refuge from the boring, the stressful, and the unsustainable. That‘s why we define hospitality differently: while all of our decisions should be made with the community and needs of our guests in mind, we always strive to create a community that we want to be part of and that improves the world around us. We invite you to be part of our story.

Role Overview

The Corporate Finance & Accounting Manager will oversee the financial operations and accounting processes of five Aethos entities (CH, IT, ES, PT, DE, UK), ensuring timely, accurate, and standardised reporting. This will also include setup of new entities, bank accounts, payroll and other key items. This role will work closely with third‑party mandated accounting firms, internal stakeholders, and the leadership team to maintain high‑quality financial systems, streamline processes, and support decision‑making.

Key Responsibilities

• Multi-Entity Accounting Oversight
• Oversee bookkeeping, financial records, and statutory accounting for the local Aethos corporate legal entities.
• Coordinate with third‑party accounting firms to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery of reports.
• Review monthly financial statements, reconciliations, and journal entries.

• Standardisation & Process Improvement
• Develop and enforce standardised accounting policies, processes, and reporting formats across all entities.
• Identify operational gaps and implement process improvements for efficiency and accuracy.
• Develop and maintain a strong internal control framework of governance and control.

• Financial Operations Management
• Accounts Payable (AP)
• Oversee and undertake invoice processing, supplier onboarding, approval workflows, and payment cycles.
• Accounts Receivable (AR)
• Manage customer/hotel billing, including creating and issuing invoices for all relevant entities.
• Track receivables, reconcile client accounts, and follow up on outstanding payments.
• Maintain accurate revenue recognition practices.
• General Finance Operations
• Manage payroll processes, ensuring accurate monthly payroll and compliance with local regulations.
• Ensure all accruals are correctly accounted for.
• Oversee treasury and cash flow management & forecasting, including payment scheduling and bank relationships.
• Financing & Fundraising
• Prepare/manage all intercompany loans and maintain a clear overview of all loans.
• Support when necessary fundraising initiatives for Aethos.

• Reporting & Analysis
• Prepare timely monthly management accounts, variance analysis, and consolidated summaries for leadership. This is key for individual entities and the group roll‑up of all entities.
• Support budgeting and forecasting cycles.
• Rolling 12 month liquidity planning for all entities.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial dashboards or reporting tools.

• Audit
• Manage and oversee statutory financial accounting.
• Manage and oversee the audit processes for the applicable corporate entities.
• Ensure timely completion of audits and annual general meetings, including necessary minutes, ESOP, disclosures and any other required disclosures & documents.

• Supplier & Contract Oversight
• Maintain records of supplier contracts, ensuring proper financial documentation and alignment with accounting processes.
• Support contract negotiation where required.

• Other
• Support on necessary ad‑hoc items relating to Aethos.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; ACCA/CPA/CIMA preferred.
• 5+ years of relevant accounting or finance experience, ideally within a multi‑entity or group environment.
• Experience working with outsourced accounting firms or shared services teams.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and understanding of financial controls.
• Advanced Excel proficiency; ERP or accounting software experience preferred.
• Excellent organisational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple entities and deadlines in a dynamic environment.

So, if you're ready to take on the challenge of managing our financial records, ensuring compliance, and contributing to our financial success, then join us as our next Corporate Finance & Accounting Manager.

With your expertise, dedication, and passion for financial excellence, you'll be an invaluable asset to our team, ensuring the financial health and integrity of our organization.