Strategic Finance Controller - Hospitality (UK & US)

Watchhouse Coffee House Holding Limited.; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

WatchHouse Coffee House Holding Limited seeks a qualified Financial Controller to own the integrity of our numbers as we scale a growing multi-site hospitality business across the UK and US. This hands-on role leads the monthly close, audit delivery, cash flow forecasting and capex planning, while strengthening finance systems and controls.

You will line manage the Accounts Manager and BI Manager, partner with Operations and senior leadership, and own reporting to Boards across both

Qualifications

• Qualified ACA or ACCA with audit background.
• Experience in multi-site hospitality/retail environments.
• Experience using NetSuite or similar ERP and strong internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Own the monthly close across UK and US entities.
• Lead UK audit process and coordinate US reporting.
• Maintain balance sheet integrity including intercompany eliminations.
• Manage cash flow forecasting and capex planning.
• Oversee payroll and external payroll outputs; ensure accurate journal postings.
• Provide timely management accounts and board reporting.

Skills

Team leadership

Close & reporting

Financial controls

Forecasting

Strategic insight

Cross-border experience

Education

ACA or ACCA qualification

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

WatchHouse Coffee House Holding Limited seeks a qualified Financial Controller to own the integrity of our numbers as we scale a growing multi-site hospitality business across the UK and US. This hands-on role leads the monthly close, audit delivery, cash flow forecasting and capex planning, while strengthening finance systems and controls.

You will line manage the Accounts Manager and BI Manager, partner with Operations and senior leadership, and own reporting to Boards across both