Financial Controller / Location Accountant

JW Recruitment; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job description

Location Accountant / Financial Controller
Based from Cheltenham with additional travel involved

Are you ready to take your Finance career to the next level at a world-renowned operator of sporting venues?
JWR is recruiting for a Financial Controller / Location Accountant for a leading operator.
Step beyond the "9-5" into a dynamic role that blends finance with operations, where you'll be at the heart of high-energy events and be part of the magic that fuels unforgettable experiences.

Salary / Package

• Salary from £35k + Bonus
• Health-care & well-being benefits & Discounts
• Entertainment, shopping & Travel Discounts
• Meals on duty
• Pension / Life assurance
• On-going training & development and career pathways
• Professional subscriptions paid

Why Join our client?

• Be Part of the Action: Work at iconic venues where you'll play a vital role during race days and major events, ensuring everything runs smoothly.
• Career Growth: Develop in a fast-paced, commercially driven environment with hands-on financial and operational responsibilities.
• Collaborative Culture: Join a fun and diverse team, known for legendary partnerships and innovative event delivery.

Your Key Responsibilities:

As a Location Accountant / Financial Controller, you'll support the venue management team, helping drive financial performance and operational excellence. Here's a glimpse of what you'll do:

• Serve as the main commercial resource on event days, managing tills, PDQs, and tech to keep everything running perfectly.
• Prepare and review P&L reports pre- and post-event, utilising attendance and SPH assumptions.
• Contribute to weekly, monthly, and annual forecasting and budgeting.
• Create, analyse, and refine budgets, providing clear insights into contract performance.
• Partner with venue leaders to provide reporting, analysis, and business insight.
• Enhance Working Capital by managing debt, stock, and cash control.
• Facilitate seamless internal reporting and business reviews, linking venue and head office teams to ensure efficient finance processes.

Requirements

• Ideally AAT qualified or working towards ACCA/CIMA/ACA (QBE is also welcome).
• Strong financial and commercial acumen with experience in a similar industry.
• Proficient in Excel, with strong numerical and analytical skills and a keen attention to detail.
• Effective communicator, able to present complex information clearly.
• Flexibility for occasional weekend work and some travel (driver's license preferred).

If you would be interested in discussing in more detail, send your CV today!