Finance Director
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About the Role
Our client is a growing restaurant group with a strong brand presence and an expanding portfolio of sites. Operating in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment, the business continues to invest in new locations, menu development, and operational improvement. As part of its leadership team, the company is seeking a Finance Director to support sustainable growth and strengthen commercial and financial performance.
The Role
Reporting to the CEO and working closely with senior stakeholders, the Finance Director will lead the financial function and act as a strategic partner to the leadership team. The role blends commercial insight with hands-on financial oversight, supporting site-level performance, expansion planning, and robust financial governance.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead the financial strategy, supporting growth across existing sites and new openings
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Act as a trusted advisor to the CEO, providing clear commercial insight and challenge
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Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management across the group
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Partner with operations teams on site profitability, labour efficiency, and cost control
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Support pricing, margin analysis, and menu profitability
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Lead capital planning, funding activity, and relationships with lenders or investors
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Build and develop a high-performing finance team
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Ensure strong financial controls, governance, and scalable reporting frameworks
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Oversee statutory reporting, audit processes, and compliance with accounting standards
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Manage tax planning and ensure compliance with all regulatory and statutory requirements
Candidate Profile
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ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified, with senior finance leadership experience
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Background in hospitality, restaurants, or multi-site consumer businesses
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Strong commercial mindset with hands-on operational experience
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Confident communicator with experience working at leadership and Board level
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Proven track record supporting growth, new site openings, or turnaround initiatives
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Strong financial modelling and systems capability
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Experience in owner-managed or private equity-backed environments is advantageous