Vacancy Details
Employer: Bright Placements
Seeking an experienced and strategic GroupFinance Manager to oversee financial operations across multiple entities. This pivotalrole ensures accurate reporting, compliance with regulatory standards, and deliversinsights that drive business growth and informed decision-making. Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial ReportingPrepare monthly management accounts within defined timelines, includingvariance analysis and commentary.Maintain chart of accounts structures across multiple entities; ensure accuracyof intercompany eliminations.Coordinate year-end statutory accounts and audits; ensure compliance withIFRS/GAAP and local tax laws.Budgeting, Forecasting & PlanningLead the annual budgeting cycle and rolling reforecasts by property anddepartment, including Capex and Opex plans.Monitor performance against budgets and provide variance analysis.Cash Flow, Working Capital & ControlsConsolidate cash flow across properties; manage liquidity, credit terms, andcollections.Manage intercompany transactions and reconciliations.Strengthen internal controls for cash handling, POS settlement, tips/servicecharge distribution, stock management, and night audit reconciliation.Oversee inventory controls (recipe costing, yield/wastage, stock counts,variance analysis); collaborate with culinary and procurement teams to reduceCOS.Compliance & Internal ControlsImplement and maintain robust internal controls.Coordinate external audits and ensure timely completion.Ensure compliance with tax, payroll, and statutory requirements.Support insurance reviews, risk registers, and business continuity planning.Strategic Financial SupportProvide financial insights to support strategic decisions.Assist with M&A activities, financial modelling, and due diligence.Leadership & Team ManagementCollaborate with finance teams across subsidiaries.Drive process improvements and ERP system enhancements.
Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or Business (Master’s/MBA
advantageous).
5–8+ years in multi-property hospitality finance or group finance roles, including
consolidation and audit coordination.
Strong command of IFRS/GAAP, tax compliance, and hospitality KPI frameworks.
Technical Skills
Advanced Excel/Google Sheets proficiency.
Hands-on experience with PMS, POS, and ERP integrations.
Strong financial modelling and forecasting capabilities.
Key Skills & Competencies
Commercial acumen with a hospitality operations mindset.
Strong stakeholder management (GMs, Owners, Brand/Franchise, Revenue,
Culinary, HR).
Detail orientation with speed and accuracy under seasonal pressure.
Leadership in process improvement, change management, and cross-functional
collaboration.
Strategic thinking and business acumen.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
High attention to detail and accuracy.
Benefits
Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
Professional development opportunities.
Comprehensive benefits package.
advantageous).
5–8+ years in multi-property hospitality finance or group finance roles, including
consolidation and audit coordination.
Strong command of IFRS/GAAP, tax compliance, and hospitality KPI frameworks.
Technical Skills
Advanced Excel/Google Sheets proficiency.
Hands-on experience with PMS, POS, and ERP integrations.
Strong financial modelling and forecasting capabilities.
Key Skills & Competencies
Commercial acumen with a hospitality operations mindset.
Strong stakeholder management (GMs, Owners, Brand/Franchise, Revenue,
Culinary, HR).
Detail orientation with speed and accuracy under seasonal pressure.
Leadership in process improvement, change management, and cross-functional
collaboration.
Strategic thinking and business acumen.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
High attention to detail and accuracy.
Benefits
Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
Professional development opportunities.
Comprehensive benefits package.
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