Group Finance Manager

Aramark; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a highly skilled individual to manage financial operations for a prestigious client. In this pivotal role, you will oversee budgets, financial reporting, and performance analysis across multiple locations. Your expertise will ensure the smooth operation of financial processes while delivering precise insights to stakeholders. This role offers a chance to thrive in a dynamic environment, contributing to a culture of excellence and inclusivity. Join a team that values your skills and empowers you to make a significant impact in the financial domain.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Defined contribution pension scheme

Life assurance benefits

Employee benefit scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

In-house Mental Health Champions

Qualifications

• Strong financial acumen with proven management experience.
• Excellent numeracy and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial results, budgets, and forecasting for multiple sites.
• Produce detailed financial reports and conduct client reviews.

Skills

Numeracy Skills

Leadership

Written Communication

Verbal Communication

Management Experience

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join our team and take on the critical role of overseeing and managing financial results, budgets, and forecasting.

You will be specifically aligned to our prestigious corporate client, who have six sites spanning across London, Bournemouth, Dublin, Edinburgh, and Luxemburg. Our client, a global financial institution, have roots tracing back to 1799. One of their core principles is to deliver exceptional client service and that's exactly what we expect from you!

This position carries the management accountability and oversight of all financial functions for contracts, accounts, and profit centres, ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of financial processes. You will also be tasked with producing detailed and accurate financial reports, including variance analysis, for the Line Manager, Client, and Aramark Head Office. This is a key role that requires strong financial acumen and the ability to deliver precise and timely financial insights.

Please note, you will be required to work 5 days on site, Monday - Friday.

What's in it for you:

• Competitive salary
• Generous annual leave that increases in line with service, with the opportunity to buy extra days
• Defined contribution pension scheme and life assurance benefits
• Access to an employee benefit scheme that offers discounts across hundreds of retail and leisure providers
• Employee Assistance Programme and in-house Mental Health Champions

Key responsibilities:

• Analysing performance on a weekly, monthly, and annual basis
• Challenging internal stakeholders on their key areas to achieve target results
• Prepare Flash Reports as required and at Month end ahead of final result
• Regular forecasting and monitoring financial performance
• Preparation of Client and Aramark budgets including all updates
• Producing monthly P&L statement with commentary and attend review with Internal and External Stakeholders
• Complete Month End in line with timelines, preparation and posting of month end journals, including intercompany cost transfers, reconcile summary and ensure correct client invoices.
• Balance sheet reconciliations
• Liaising with various Head Office functions including Credit Control, Accounts Payable, Sales and Billing on issues related to account
• Providing various ad-hoc reports and analysis on key projects as required by Account Director
• Preparing manual invoices and backup documentation to Client on ad-hoc charges
• To ensure all financial work is completed effectively, accurately and on time
• Ad-hoc related project support and management
• Client / Account Management
• Prepare and conduct client financial reviews: monthly/quarterly /annually/adhoc
• Prepare reports, budgets and forecasts
• Identify & unlock opportunity for cost effectiveness
• Maintain & develop client relationships
• Attend Aramark & client meetings as required

You'll be set up for success if you have:

• Excellent numeracy skills
• Strong written and verbal skills
• Strong leadership & management of team
• Proven track record in high volume commercial operation
• Previous management experience

At Aramark UK, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and empowered to thrive. As a proud Disability Confident employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all abilities and are dedicated to supporting employees with disabilities throughout their career journey.

We ensure our recruitment process is accessible, and reasonable adjustments are available at every stage, from application to interview and employment. If you require any accommodations or have any questions, please reach out to our recruitment team - [e-mail]

Join us in fostering a workplace where everyone can achieve their full potential.

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