Demipower Group is on the hunt for an exceptionalGroup Financial Reporting Manager. Our business has been established since 1989 and has grown from strength to strength throughout.Our organisation is recognised across the UK as being a leading Franchise retailer, managing 119 sites currently, with plans to continue to grow over the foreseeing future.Due to positive business growth and trade performance across the group, the addition of an experienced finance senior leader in this key role is paramount for our continued success.

Reporting into the CFO, the ideal candidate will have experience in a similar rolefor a minimum of 5 years atsenior level; has worked in a similar business model managing P&Ls for multiple sites and can demonstrate the effective leadership over a senior team which has delivered results.

Please note, having a background of working withinhospitalityorretailis highly desired. However, if you have relevant accountancy experience which involves managing and supporting multiple sites/ a large cross site team your application may be considered.

Overview of Accountability

In this Group position, you will ensure all members fulfil their roles to an outstanding level whilst ensuring that your own practice and daily work sets the high standards that others will follow.

You will be responsible for producing the groups consolidated statutory accounts and assist in the management of financial audits.Being the key point of contact for external auditors as well as all financial information requests is an essential role.You will also be pivotal inproviding accounting advice to the business and assist in production of periodic Management Accounts including journals, reconciliations, balance sheet control and ad hoc project activities.

See below for a breakdown of some of your own core accountabilities:

Core Accountabilities

Preparation of the groups statutory accounts

Prepare tax packs for tax reporting

Assist with the production of Management Accounts and Finance Board Pack every period

Provide variance analysis and commentary for any deviations to budget/forecast/last year

Prepare interim and annual audit files

Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and financial forecasts, including identification of areas of risk and opportunity

Develop and maintain financial controls around accounting systems and policies

Maintain schedules to monitor and control capital spend, repairs and maintenance spend, occupancy costs, utilities spend, IT costs and any other major costs

Prepare reconciliations and analysis to support monthly business reviews and balance sheet reviews

Provide a support service by working with all departments and the Management Team to help make financial decisions

Provide ad hoc finance support

Responding to the needs of the business and adapting planning and provisions in light of meetings/ evaluations with the CFO.

Skills and Knowledge Required

Postgraduate with a professional accounting qualification (ACA/ACCA, fully qualified).

Proven experience in preparing consolidated statutory accounts and managing external audits.

Strong knowledge of UK GAAP and IFRS.

Proficiency in IT, with advanced skills in Excel.

Experience with CCH Accounts Production or similar accounting software.

High self-motivation and drive with the ability to work flexibly under tight deadlines.

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with both financial and non-financial stakeholders.

Previous experience in the multi-site restaurant or hospitality industry is a plus.

Whats in it for you

A very good competitive salary

28 days holiday (including bank holidays)

25% off all KFC stores

Demipower Local Business Discount

EAP Available 24 hours

Discounts available across Gyms

Discounts on family holidays

Discounts on Insurance

Private health Insurance

Further accredited training and development is available