Manager - Accountant

Sukhumvit (Authentic Thai Restaurant); United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A Thai restaurant in the United Kingdom seeks a finance manager to oversee accounts operations. Responsibilities include preparing financial reports, managing payroll, and ensuring compliance with VAT and tax regulations. The ideal candidate will maintain accurate financial records and provide financial insights to management. This is an opportunity to play a vital role in a dynamic working environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full finance and accounts operations of the restaurant.
• Maintain accurate daily financial records, including sales, expenses, and cash flow.
• Manage Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR).
• Prepare daily/weekly/monthly sales and financial reports.
• Handle supplier payments, vendor reconciliation, and maintain good relationships with vendors.
• Supervise and process payroll for all restaurant staff accurately and on time.
• Monitor attendance, overtime, leave records, and ensure proper payroll calculations.
• Ensure proper documentation and filing of invoices, bills, receipts, and financial statements.
• Conduct monthly bank reconciliation and resolve any discrepancies.
• Monitor inventory costs and work with the restaurant manager/chef to maintain accurate stock reports.
• Prepare monthly Profit & Loss statements and provide financial insights to management.
• Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and cost-control activities.
• Ensure compliance with VAT, tax regulations, and submit returns on time.
• Implement and maintain internal financial controls and policies.
• Provide financial advice to management for decision-making.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of all financial and payroll data.

Job description

• Oversee the full finance and accounts operations of the restaurant.
• Maintain accurate daily financial records, including sales, expenses, and cash flow.
• Manage Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR).
• Prepare daily/weekly/monthly sales and financial reports.
• Handle supplier payments, vendor reconciliation, and maintain good relationships with vendors.
• Supervise and process payroll for all restaurant staff accurately and on time.
• Monitor attendance, overtime, leave records, and ensure proper payroll calculations.
• Ensure proper documentation and filing of invoices, bills, receipts, and financial statements.
• Conduct monthly bank reconciliation and resolve any discrepancies.
• Monitor inventory costs and work with the restaurant manager/chef to maintain accurate stock reports.
• Prepare monthly Profit & Loss statements and provide financial insights to management.
• Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and cost-control activities.
• Ensure compliance with VAT, tax regulations, and submit returns on time.
• Implement and maintain internal financial controls and policies.
• Provide financial advice to management for decision‑making.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of all financial and payroll data.