Head of Finance

Royal Norwich; Weston Longville; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier golf club in the UK is seeking a skilled Head of Finance to oversee financial operations, manage budgets, and provide strategic insights. The ideal candidate will have experience in senior management, strong analytical skills, and a finance-related qualification. Responsibilities include generating financial reports, cash flow management, and team leadership. This role is pivotal for ensuring the club's financial health and compliance.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years’ experience in a Senior Management level role.
• Previous exposure to partial exemption VAT.
• Experience within the hospitality or leisure sector desirable although not essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage the club’s budgets, forecasts, and financial plans.
• Collaborate with senior management to develop financial strategies.
• Generate accurate monthly financial reports.
• Monitor cash flow, manage payments, and receipts.
• Work proactively with external auditors.
• Supervise and mentor the Finance and Admin assistant.
• Act as a key member of the Senior Management team.
• Analyse costs and identify areas for improvement.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

High level proficiency in Excel

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Education

ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualification

Job description

Job Details

• Company: Royal Norwich
• Location: Norwich, UK
• Position: Head of Finance
• Type: Full-Time

Company Overview

Royal Norwich Golf Club Limited is set within 350 acres of stunning heritage parkland, offering a unique blend of social events and dining experiences. We pride ourselves on hosting an internationally acclaimed golf course and golf academy, making us a premier destination for both leisure and sport.

Summary

We are seeking a skilled Head of Finance with extensive commercial exposure to oversee the financial operations of Royal Norwich. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing the financial health of the club, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, and providing strategic insights to support decision-making processes.

This role covers a broad spectrum of activities and will suit someone who is comfortable with both the transactional side of accounting as well as making business critical strategic decisions.

The role reports to the Managing Director and has one report – The Finance and Admin Assistant

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Management: Prepare and manage the club’s budgets, forecasts, and financial plans, working closely with the MD and ensuring alignment with organisational goals. Monitor and evolve a dashboard of relevant KPIs.
• Strategic Planning: Collaborate with senior management/department heads to develop and implement financial strategies that support the club’s long-term objectives.
• Reporting: Generate accurate monthly financial reports and commentary with insights into financial performance. Attendance at board meetings when required to present financial information and key insights.
• Cash Flow Management: Monitor cash flow, manage payments, and receipts to ensure the club's financial stability. Liaise with funders re drawdown of additional fundas and repayments as and when required.
• Audit and Compliance: Work proactively with external auditors and prepare a thorough year end pack, ensuring compliance with financial regulations and internal policies.
• Team Leadership: Supervise and mentor the Finance and Admin assistant, fostering a collaborative working relationship. Provide guidance to other team members around the business as required with a ‘people centred’ mindset.
• Management: Acting as a key member of the Senior Management team, supporting and challenging other SMT members as required for the benefit of the organisation.
• Cost Control: Analyse costs and identify areas for improvement to optimise financial performance.

Qualifications and Desirable Attributes

• ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualification preferred.
• At least 3 years’ experience in a Senior Management level role
• Previous exposure to partial exemption VAT.
• Experience within the hospitality or leisure sector desirable although not essential.
• Strong analytical skills and high level proficiency in Excel.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a natural inclination to be constructively inquisitive throughout the business.
• Ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders.

Covering letters should be sent to [e-mail] with an indication of salary expectations.