Finance Manager in Hemel Hempstead

Finance Manager – Hemel Hempstead (Hybrid – 3 Days in office)

Annual salary + bonus and benefits

Are you a finance professional looking to advance in your career? As one of our skilled Finance Managers, you'll be involved in shaping the financial success of Haven. Reporting to the Head of Accounting & Reporting, you’ll take full ownership of the P&L and Balance Sheet, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance. This is a great opportunity to join a vibrant finance team where you’ll have the chance to mentor and contribute to business impact.

What you’ll be doing:

• Preparing timely and accurate management accounts for key business areas
• Analysing and explaining financial variances against budgeted and forecasted figures
• Overseeing the production of balance sheet reconciliations
• Managing and mentoring three direct reports, promoting a culture of growth and excellence
• Working closely with auditors to ensure compliance with financial regulations
• Partnering with finance, operations, procurement, and legal teams to support business objectives
• Communicating complex financial insights to senior stakeholders in a clear and actionable manner
• Implementing and monitoring internal controls to maintain financial integrity
• Overseeing Continuous improvement initiatives across finance processes
• Supporting the delivery of EBITDA targets and overall financial strategy

What we’d like you to bring:

• Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with experience in a similar role
• Solid understanding of financial statements, forecasting, and strategic planning
• Experience in budget preparation, cost control, and variance analysis
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments and collaborate with key stakeholders
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex financial data
• Attentive approach to identifying risks and opportunities
• Effective leadership skills, with experience supporting and developing a team
• Ability to assess financial performance and provide insights into seasonal trends
• Knowledge of internal control procedures and compliance standards
• Experience within the hospitality sector or a similar environment is beneficial

What’s In It For You?

• Holiday allowance that rises with service, plus a ‘Holiday Buy Scheme’
• Annual bonus
• 20% discount on both Haven and Warner Hotels holiday for you, family and friends
• Access to the Bourne Leisure corporate box at the O2 Arena, London
• Exclusive discounts with corporate partners
• Exciting career pathways, including Learning and Development opportunities such as Apprenticeships and Degrees
• Enhanced family friendly policies and pay (eligibility criteria applied)

Who are we?

We’re part of an award-winning Bourne Leisure family, which includes Haven & Warner Hotels. We have 9,000 fantastic team members and 38 beautiful seaside locations and our HQ based in Hemel Hempstead.

What’s it like to work with us?

Working with us is ultimately defined by our exceptional people and teams. At Haven, we take pride in our Breath of Fresh Air culture, which focuses on valuing and supporting every team member. We prioritise openness and transparency in our interactions allowing our team members to be their authentic selves. We operate a hybrid working model, meaning 50% of your working week will be spent at the office, occasionally on Park, or at external events.

What can you expect during the recruitment process?

The interview process will be up to 3 stages and may contain a presentation or skills test, depending on the role. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments to help you perform at your best during this process, please let us know.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the heart of who we are and what we do. Our commitment to these values is unwavering and they are central to our mission. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries and we are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments or flexibility that you may require, including whether a role can be part-time or a job-share.

We genuinely care about every candidate's experience during the recruitment process and are here to provide support where we can. If you require any assistance or reasonable adjustments while applying, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at resourcingteam@bourne-leisure.co.uk.