Head of Finance & Operations Job

Head of Finance & Operations Job

Greycoat Lumleys are recruiting for an experienced Head of Finance & Operations to report to the CEO/Managing Director of a high-end restaurant. This is a senior role offering strategic influence across finance and operations and would suit a candidate who thrives in a fast-paced, multi-site business environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic financial guidance to senior leadership and support the delivery of business growth plans.
• Lead annual budgets, long-term forecasts, and cashflow projections, with full P&L accountability.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly management accounts with insightful commentary for decision-making.
• Support revenue optimisation, cost control, and process efficiency initiatives.
• Oversee day-to-day finance operations including accounts payable, receivable, payroll, treasury, and supplier management.
• Ensure robust internal controls, governance, and compliance with statutory, regulatory, and operational standards.
• Implement and monitor risk management frameworks across financial and operational activities.
• Partner with operational teams to translate financial insights into actionable business decisions.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Manage relationships with auditors, banks, investors, and external partners.
• Support expansion, acquisitions, and multi-site operational scaling initiatives.

Skills and Experience

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
• Experience in multi-site operations, ideally within hospitality, leisure, or similar commercial sectors.
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to balance strategic vision and operational detail.
• Proven track record in financial planning & analysis, reporting, and operational support.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of translating complex financial information for non-finance stakeholders.
• Leadership experience in managing and developing finance teams.
• Proficient with accounting software and MS Office, particularly Excel.
• Comfortable in fast-paced, entrepreneurial, and high-growth environments.

Hours

Mon to Fri 9am to 5.30pm

Start

ASAP

Salary

£75,000 - £80,000 depending on experience

Benefits

Pension, laptop, and mobile provided