Finance Director

Finance Director - Restaurant Company

Harper May is currently working with a rapidly growing restaurant chain. The company, based in Central London, are seeking an established Finance Director to lead their team. My client currently has 6 sites in London and is looking to open 5 exclusive members’ sites next year to expand on their turn over. The Finance Director will have a position of extensive responsibility, offering guidance and overseeing the day-to-day running of the finance function. The successful candidate will be fully qualified and must have previous experience within the restaurant/pubs/leisure industry.

Key responsibilities for the Finance Director:

• As Finance Director you will be leading, developing and expanding the large finance team
• Complete oversight of the day-today running of finance
• Business partnering closely with the CEO and other senior stakeholders to ensure the group hits its strategic milestones
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of the monthly, quarterly and annual reporting process
• Oversee the financial planning and budgeting processes for new product lines and store openings
• Offering key strategic advice and analysis in relation to international expansion and effective growth strategy
• Work closely with marketing teams to ensure the continued integrity of the brand

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Have previously been a Finance Director
• Must be fully qualified
• Must have prior bar/pubs/leisure experience
• Excellent inter-personal and communication skills
• Previous experience of managing and developing staff

Lastly if you are looking for a Finance Director role within Restaurants this is a fantastic role for you.