Finance Manager

Theoxfordcollection; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% discount on food in restaurants

Up to £700 recruitment incentive

Pension scheme

Birthday day off

Job summary

The Oxford Collection is seeking an experienced management accountant to own financial operations across multiple properties in central Oxford. You will produce monthly management accounts, lead the close, and provide strategic financial insight to support business decisions.

Based at the Head Office, you will manage cash flow, oversight of the transactional finance team, and collaborate with the Managing Director and Fractional FD to drive budgeting and cost improvements.

Qualifications

• ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified (or equivalent experience).
• Strong technical accounting knowledge with experience in management accounts preparation and financial analysis.
• Excellent Excel skills and familiarity with accounting software (hospitality systems advantageous).
• Clear communicator who can translate financial information into actionable insights for non-finance stakeholders.
• Proactive, commercially aware, and comfortable taking ownership of the finance function.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts, P&L variance analysis, and commentary for senior leadership and property managers.
• Lead the month-end close process, ensuring timely delivery of financial reports and supporting operational decision-making.
• Prepare engaging monthly financial presentations to provoke discussion and drive commercial awareness across the management team.
• Reconcile balance sheet control accounts and ensure ledger integrity, investigating variances and anomalies.
• Collaborate with the Fractional FD to develop annual budgets based on historical trends, market analysis, and strategic objectives.
• Prepare rolling cash flow forecasts and manage treasury function to optimise working capital and minimise borrowing costs.
• Oversee accounts payable and receivable processes, authorising supplier payments and ensuring timely debt collection.
• Review and approve monthly payroll for management and senior staff, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Liaise with operations managers to ensure hotel ledgers are up to date, balances are appropriate, and revenue is properly matched to costs.
• Spot-check financial controls at all properties and recommend improvements to accuracy and efficiency.

Skills

Management accounting

Financial analysis

Excel skills

Clear communicator

Ownership mindset

Tools

Accounting software

Hospitality systems

Job description

The Oxford Collection is a small, privately owned group of two luxury 5* hotels and apartments, three restaurants that consists of the Old Bank Hotel, the Old Parsonage Hotel, 36 St Giles, Parsonage Grill, Gees Restaurant & Bar, and Quod Restaurant & Bar. We have 80 bedrooms across three iconic properties in central Oxford, with unrivalled views across the city’s beautiful skyline.

We are seeking an accountant or management accountant to take ownership of our financial operations and management reporting. This role offers an exceptional opportunity to develop strategic finance capabilities while working closely with our Managing Director. They will be responsible for producing monthly management accounts, managing cash flow, overseeing the transactional finance team, and providing financial insight to support business decision-making across our multi-site hospitality operations.

The Head Office team is located at the back of the Old Parsonage Hotel, in central Oxford.

We offer support, training, and development opportunities to help your career flourish. We believe that investment in each and every one of our ‘collectives’ is key to the success of our business and the happiness of our customers. As a member of our team, we are looking for an exceptional candidate who shares these values.

Key Responsibilities include:

Management Accounting & Reporting:

• Prepare accurate monthly management accounts, P&L variance analysis, and commentary for senior leadership and property managers
• Lead the month-end close process, ensuring timely delivery of financial reports and supporting operational decision-making
• Prepare engaging monthly financial presentations to provoke discussion and drive commercial awareness across the management team
• Reconcile balance sheet control accounts and ensure ledger integrity, investigating variances and anomalies

Strategic Planning & Analysis:

• Collaborate with the Fractional FD to develop annual budgets based on historical trends, market analysis, and strategic objectives
• Prepare rolling cash flow forecasts and manage treasury function to optimise working capital and minimise borrowing costs
• Provide analytical support during budget reviews, identifying cost-saving opportunities and productivity improvements for operational managers
• Support the development of business cases for capital investment and new initiatives

Financial Operations & Controls:

• Oversee accounts payable and receivable processes, authorising supplier payments and ensuring timely debt collection
• Review and approve monthly payroll for management and senior staff, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance
• Liaise with operations managers to ensure hotel ledgers are up to date, balances are appropriate, and revenue is properly matched to costs
• Spot-check financial controls at all properties and recommend improvements to accuracy and efficiency
• Work with the Fractional FD to streamline accounting systems, support paperless processes, and implement best practices

Compliance & Governance:

• Prepare year-end statutory accounts under UK GAAP, coordinating with external auditors and ensuring value for money
• Ensure compliance with VAT, PAYE, and all HMRC regulations, managing returns and payments to deadline
• Liaise with the bank on loan facility compliance, covenant reporting, and financing matters
• Coordinate with external advisors including solicitors, pension scheme administrators, and insurance brokers

Stakeholder & Team Management:

• Provide technical guidance and support to the Finance Assistant, ensuring accurate processing of transactions and professional development
• Build strong relationships with operations managers, providing financial advice to help them achieve their objectives
• Lead monthly financial review meetings, encouraging engagement and helping nonfinance managers understand business performance
• Conduct regular site walkarounds to understand operational challenges and support managers with stock control, budgeting, and daily financial processes

The ideal candidate-Skills and Experience:

Essential:

• ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified (or equivalent experience)
• Strong technical accounting knowledge with experience in management accounts preparation and financial analysis
• Excellent Excel skills and familiarity with accounting software (experience with hospitality systems advantageous)
• Clear communicator who can translate financial information into actionable insights for non-finance stakeholders
• Proactive, commercially aware, and comfortable taking ownership of the finance function
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines

Desirable

• Previous experience in hospitality, leisure, or multi-site retail environments
• Exposure to budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
• Understanding of UK GAAP and experience liaising with external auditors
• Experience supervising or mentoring junior finance staff

What we offer:

• Broad exposure across financial operations, strategic planning, and stakeholder management in a dynamic hospitality environment with a clear pathway to progress into Financial Controller through to Finance Director
• Exceptional development opportunity through partnering with the Managing Director and structured mentoring from an experienced Fractional FD
• Genuine autonomy and ownership of the finance function from day one
• Collaborative culture working closely with senior leadership and operational teams

Working Pattern & Salary:

Based at our Head Office, you will work 35 hours between Monday to Friday 9.00 am to 5.00 pm inclusive with an uninterrupted break of one hour.

Earnings of up to £60,000 per annum, including non-contractual service charge (tronc), depending on experience.

Benefits include:

• 50% discount on food within our restaurants
• Up to £700 recruitment incentive
• Membership to our Employee Assistance Programme with Hospitality Action
• Complimentary ‘Manager’s meal’ within one of our restaurants every six months
• Complimentary ‘Manager’s hotel stay’ within one of our hotels every six months
• Pension scheme
• Opportunities to develop within the Company
• 28 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays per annum
• A paid day off on your birthday
• Team awards and prizes
• Hospitality Rewards: offering discounted gym membership, high-street and online shopping discounts, discounted vouchers, a cashback card, and 24/7 online GP service

Eligibility to work within the UK must be proven and two references should be available on request.