Finance Manager

Nightcap Group; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality group in London is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee financial operations and reporting. The role offers an opportunity to lead a team and enhance financial efficiency within a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong accounting background and be proactive in managing financial processes. This position supports career growth in a fast-paced industry.

Benefits

50% discount on food and drink

Deals through the discount portal

Early access to pay through Wagestream

Life assurance

Employee Assistance Program

Training and development opportunities

Fun working environment

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' post-qualification experience.
• Experience in statutory accounts preparation and audit coordination.
• Excellent knowledge of accounting and tax software.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation of monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial statements.
• Oversee the preparation of management accounts including variance analysis.
• Manage weekly cashflow forecasting and cash management processes.

Skills

Financial accounting

Management accounting

Interpersonal skills

Proactiveness

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)

Tools

Business Central

Xero

Job description

Finance Manager

Location: Soho, London (Hybrid - 3 days in the office per week)

• £70-75,000 + Bonus
• An amazing 50% discount on food and drink across all our awesome venues.
• Deals and discounts with a wide range of businesses through our discount portal.
• Early access to your pay through Wagestream.
• 4 x salary life assurance to support your loved ones if the worst happens.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), which provides consultation sessions on mental health, well-being and finance, grants, and any other needed support.
• Training and development opportunities. We\'re invested in your success during your time with us!
• Fun and vibrant working environment with a fantastic team.

About Us

We are one of the UK\'s leading hospitality groups, operating 44 bars and late-night venues across multiple vibrant brands nationwide. Our business is fast-paced, entrepreneurial, and ambitious - with a focus on growth, operational excellence, and delivering exceptional guest experiences.

The Role

We\'re looking for a technically strong and commercially minded Finance Manager to join our Group Finance team in Soho. This is a pivotal mid-senior role responsible for leading the day-to-day finance operations, overseeing all aspects of financial and management accounting, and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of group reporting.

The successful candidate will manage a team of two Management Accountants, working closely with the CFO to deliver robust financial reporting, cashflow management, and process improvements across our portfolio of 44 trading sites.

This is a truly hands-on role for someone who thrives on both detail and leadership-equalIy confident digging into the numbers as they are guiding and coordinating a team. It\'s a standout opportunity to step up into a broad, group-level position at the heart of a fast-growing, multi-brand hospitality business, offering real scope to make an impact and grow with the company.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Accounting & Compliance

• Lead the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial statements in line with FRS 102.
• Hands-on preparation of statutory accounts and corporation tax computations (using appropriate accounting and tax software).
• Manage the annual audit process, liaising directly with external auditors.
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of VAT, Corporation Tax, PAYE, and other HMRC submissions.
• Maintain and strengthen internal financial controls, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and group policies.

Management Accounting & Reporting

• Oversee the preparation of accurate and insightful management accounts, including site-level P&Ls and variance analysis.
• Support the CFO in preparing consolidated group reports, board packs, and KPI dashboards.
• Provide financial insight to operational teams to drive performance and improve profitability across sites.
• Lead the budgeting and forecasting process, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and clear communication across brands.

Cashflow & Working Capital

• Take ownership of weekly cashflow forecasting and cash management processes.
• Monitor working capital, supplier payments, and bank reconciliations, ensuring sufficient liquidity across the group.
• Identify and implement opportunities to optimise cash management and financial efficiency.

Team Leadership

• Line-manage and develop two Management Accountants, providing guidance, mentoring, and clear progression pathways.
• Support the upskilling of the wider finance team and encourage a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement.

Systems & Process Improvement

• Champion process automation and efficiency improvements across financial and operational systems (e.g. Business Central, POS, payroll, and banking platforms).
• Collaborate with site and head-office teams to streamline financial workflows and reporting accuracy.

About You

• Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent) with at least 3-5 years\' post-qualification experience.
• Strong grounding in both financial accounting and management accounting.
• Proven experience in statutory accounts preparation, tax computations, and audit coordination.
• Excellent working knowledge of accounting and tax software (e.g. Business Central, Xero, CaseWare, or similar platforms).
• Experience in multi-site, hospitality, or retail environments preferred but not essential.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills - able to partner effectively with both finance and non-finance stakeholders.
• Proactive, hands-on, and organised - comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced business.