At Flat Iron, we're all about remarkable steaks, accessible to everyone, and driven by passionate people who love what they do.
As we continue to grow, we're looking for a Financial Controller to join our Beef HQ team and help shape the future of our finance function. Reporting to our Head of Finance, you'll lead a team of five, take ownership of our financial reporting and controls, and drive improvements to make our finance processes more efficient as we grow.
What You'll Be Doing...
- Lead, coach and develop a team of five.
- Own the period-end close, reducing it from 11 working days to 6.
- Oversee management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations and financial controls.
- Manage restaurant-level controls, including stock, GP, cash, payroll and tronc.
- Lead the year-end audit and ensure statutory compliance.
- Improve and automate finance processes to support our continued growth.
- Partner with teams across Beef HQ to support new restaurant openings.
What We're Looking For...
- Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with 5+ years' post-qualification experience.
- At least 2 years' experience as a Financial Controller or Finance Manager.
- Experience in multi-site hospitality, leisure or retail preferred.
- Proven experience leading and developing a finance team.
- Strong financial controls, management accounting and Excel skills.
- A hands-on, proactive approach with a passion for improving processes.
Why Flat Iron?
We're growing, and this is an opportunity to make a real impact, develop a talented team and help build a finance function that's ready for what's next.
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Financial Controller in London employer: Flat Iron Building Group
Flat Iron is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant team culture and a competitive hourly rate for the Kitchen Porter role at our Southbank location. Recognised as a Sunday Times Best Place to Work for 2026, we provide not only meal perks but also significant opportunities for career growth and development, ensuring that every team member feels valued and supported in their journey with us.
