Financial Accountant - Hospitality

Association of International Certified Professional Accountants; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality group in London is seeking an ACA-qualified Financial Accountant to join their finance team. The role involves managing statutory accounts, preparing financial statements, and ensuring robust financial controls. This position offers a competitive salary of £60,000 and a hybrid working model, providing support for professional development and exposure to senior leadership.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Hybrid working model

Support for professional development

Opportunity for career progression

Qualifications

• Strong technical accounting skills and up-to-date knowledge of UK GAAP/IFRS.
• Experience working with hospitality clients is a bonus.
• Confident communicator, able to liaise with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full statutory accounts process for all Group entities.
• Prepare financial statements and coordinate internal/external reviews.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of robust financial controls.

Skills

Technical accounting skills

Communication

Knowledge of UK GAAP/IFRS

Education

ACA qualified or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Your new company~
Are you an ACA-qualified accountant from a Top 10 firm, ready to make your mark in the dynamic hospitality sector? I'm working exclusively with a leading hospitality group seeking a Financial Accountant to join their high-performing finance team. You'll play a key role in financial reporting, month-end close, and supporting commercial decision-making. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to transition from practice into industry, joining a supportive environment with engaging leadership. Short notice (max 4 weeks) is a big bonus for this role!

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full statutory accounts process for all Group entities
• Prepare financial statements, plan and track progress, and coordinate both internal and external reviews.
• Lead intercompany reconciliations, ensuring group balances are cleared through various transactions.
• Assist in preparing quarterly consolidated reports, including balance sheets and cash flow statements.
• Manage the day-to-day capital expenditure process.
• Own and maintain the Group\'s IFRS 16 lease accounting model, including regular monitoring and remeasurements.
• Contribute to the monthly management reporting pack.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and support the month-end close, including manual journal postings.
• Ensure adherence to Group Accounting Policy across all activities.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of robust financial controls.
• Provide ad hoc technical accounting support and participate in project work as needed.

Qualifications

• ACA qualified (or equivalent), ideally from a Top 10 accountancy firm
• Strong technical accounting skills and up-to-date knowledge of UK GAAP/IFRS (IFRS16 a bonus)
• Experience working with hospitality clients (pubs, hotels, restaurants, leisure) is a bonus
• Confident communicator, able to liaise with senior stakeholders
• Immediately available or on a short notice period is ideal

Benefits

• Competitive salary of £60,000 plus a comprehensive benefits package
• Hybrid working model with a vibrant London office base
• Opportunity to join a dynamic, fast-growing hospitality group with a collaborative culture
• Exposure to senior leadership and the chance to influence key business decisions
• Real progression opportunities and support for your ongoing professional development
• The chance to broaden your industry experience and take ownership of impactful projects
• A supportive team environment where your expertise is valued and recognised

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