Senior Defence Mess Finance Manager

Compass Group UK; Shrivenham; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension scheme

Career development programmes

Digital healthcare access

Job summary

Compass Group UK&I is recruiting a Mess Accounts Manager at Defence Academy, Shrivenham to oversee financial operations across multiple messes. You will ensure accurate accounting, strong controls, and excellent service to customers and stakeholders.

The role involves leading the accounts team, managing budgets, reporting, VAT compliance, and smooth financial system operations in a Defence environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in finance, accounts or mess accounting environments.
• Ability to manage and develop teams.
• Strong stakeholder management and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of mess accounting, including billing, reconciliations, VAT reporting, and month-end accounts.
• Produce financial reports, balance sheets, profit analysis, and budgeting information for key stakeholders.
• Oversee cash management, banking, debt recovery, and financial compliance procedures.
• Manage and maintain financial systems, including member accounts, direct debits, and event billing.
• Build relationships with Mess Committees, Treasurers, military personnel, and site management teams.
• Monitor stock, sales, and profitability, identifying discrepancies.
• Lead, coach, and develop the accounts team, ensuring high performance and compliance.
• Ensure all financial processes are delivered accurately and efficiently.

Skills

Finance experience

Team development

Stakeholder management

Organised

Tools

Visual One

Agilysys

InfoGenesis

Job description

Compass Group UK&I is recruiting a Mess Accounts Manager at Defence Academy, Shrivenham to oversee financial operations across multiple messes. You will ensure accurate accounting, strong controls, and excellent service to customers and stakeholders.

The role involves leading the accounts team, managing budgets, reporting, VAT compliance, and smooth financial system operations in a Defence environment.