Group Finance Manager

ACCA Careers; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel group is seeking a Group Finance Manager to oversee financial operations across properties. This hands-on role requires strong leadership and a solid finance background. The successful candidate will manage all aspects of finance, ensuring compliance and strategic insight.

Benefits

£60,000 salary

Discounts across selected hotels

Meals on duty + free parking

28 days holiday (including bank holidays)

Qualifications

• Proven experience at Finance manager/Management accountant level.
• Strong understanding of VAT, payroll, and audit processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full month-end processes and reporting.
• Prepare and analyse management accounts.
• Lead VAT returns and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Leadership

Tools

Sage Line 50

Excel

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Overview

A fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional to take full ownership of group-level financial management. Be part of the leadership team and make your mark in a growing hotel group.

Client Details

Our client is an ambitious and expanding hotel group currently comprising two well-established properties:

• Hotel 1 - 146 rooms, restaurant, bar, and event space for up to 200 guests.
• Hotel 2 - 80 rooms with full F&B and events capability for up to 220 guests. SGS Hotels is investing in the future—and you could help shape it.

Description

As Group Finance Manager, you'll oversee and lead all finance operations across both properties, working closely with company directors to ensure sound financial control and strategic insight. This is a hands-on, detail-driven role ideal for someone ready to own the full finance function.

Key Responsibilities

1. Oversee full month-end processes and reporting
2. Prepare and analyse management accounts
3. Conduct detailed cash-flow management and forecasts
4. Lead VAT returns and ensure compliance with regulations
5. Maintain robust balance sheet controls and reconciliations
6. Manage accounts payable/receivable
7. Oversee payroll, PAYE, pensions, and supplier payments
8. Support annual audit preparation and delivery
9. Drive capital and asset management initiatives
10. Build and maintain financial systems and process integrity

Profile

Successful Candidate

We're looking for someone who is sharp, reliable, and forward-thinking. Ideally, you'll bring a solid hotel finance background, but more importantly, you can lead by example, communicate clearly, and solve problems proactively.

Must-Haves

• Proven experience at Finance manager/Management accountant level
• Management accounts and balance sheet expertise
• Strong understanding of VAT, payroll, and audit processes
• Excel proficiency—comfortable with pivot tables and formulas
• Experience with Sage Line 50 (essential)
• Ability to manage AP/AR and nominal ledgers
• Excellent communication skills at all levels
• Comfortable working independently and owning results

Job Offer

What's On Offer

• £60,000 salary
• Discounts across selected hotels
• Meals on duty + free parking
• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Based in Solihull with occasional travel to Reading (once per fortnight)

Ready to take the lead in a high-impact finance role with growth potential? Apply now and bring your experience to a team where your input will be valued.