Finance Manager in City of Westminster

ROLE OVERVIEW

The Finance Manager will act as the Finance Director’s second‑in‑command and play a pivotal role in establishing a robust financial function for a newly launched private members’ club. This is a hands‑on, multi‑disciplinary role covering both management accounting and financial controller scope. The successful candidate will be fully qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) and capable of operating across strategic, operational and technical finance areas. You will help build a high‑performing finance team, implement scalable processes, ensure strong financial stewardship, support commercial decision‑making, and provide reliable, timely reporting as the club grows.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Management Accounting & Reporting
  • Lead monthly management accounts preparation, including P&L, balance sheet, cash flow reporting and variance analysis.
  • Prepare detailed performance dashboards for leadership and board meetings.
  • Own the budgeting and forecasting cycles, supporting department heads to create accurate and insightful financial plans.
  • Support the Finance Director with financial strategy and scenario planning.
• Financial Control & Compliance
  • Establish and maintain strong financial controls suitable for a multi‑site hospitality environment.
  • Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, banking, and reconciliations.
  • Ensure timely VAT returns, statutory filings, and compliance with accounting standards.
  • Manage the year-end audit process and serve as the primary liaison with external auditors, tax advisers, banks, and regulatory bodies.
  • Implement robust policies covering procurement, cash handling, stock management and technology licensing.
• Operational Finance for Hospitality & Membership
  • Partner closely with operations, membership, events, and F&B teams to understand business drivers.
  • Support inventory control, cost of sales analysis, wage cost tracking, and margin optimisation.
  • Work with the systems integration team to ensure smooth reporting from EPOS, reservation, and member management systems.
  • Monitor KPIs including membership revenue, retention, guest spend, and operational efficiency.
• Systems, Processes & Data
  • Assist in implementing or optimising the club’s finance systems (QuickBooks and Approval Max) and integrations with POS, CRM, Stock System and booking platforms.
  • Improve automation, data accuracy, and finance workflows to create a scalable, modern finance function.
  • Ensure internal data security, GDPR alignment and seamless collaboration with IT and operations.
• Leadership & Team Development
  • Mentor and develop junior finance team members as the department grows.
  • Deputise for the Finance Director in leadership meetings and external stakeholder engagements.
  • Promote a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Essential
  • Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA).
  • Strong management accounting and financial control background.
  • Experience in hospitality, hotels, private clubs, or multi‑revenue‑stream businesses.
  • Proven ability to build financial processes in a fast‑growing or start‑up environment.
  • Excellent financial modelling, Excel and analysis skills.
  • High attention to detail, strong organisational ability, and comfort with hands‑on ownership.
  • Ability to communicate clearly with senior stakeholders and non‑finance colleagues.
• Desirable
  • Experience implementing or integrating finance systems.
  • Familiarity with POS systems, CRM/booking platforms, and multi‑entity structures.
  • Experience working in premium or luxury service environments.

COMPETENCIES

• Commercial awareness with a strong understanding of revenue and cost drivers.
• Leadership & ownership – able to act as the go‑to person when the Finance Director is unavailable.
• Adaptability – comfortable in a dynamic, evolving environment.
• Analytical mindset – able to interpret data and communicate insights.
• Integrity & discretion – especially important in a high‑profile private members’ environment.

WHAT WE OFFER

• A unique opportunity to shape the finance function of an exclusive new private members’ club.
• Exposure to strategic decision‑making and direct development under an experienced Finance Director.
• Career progression toward a future Finance Director.
• A collaborative, entrepreneurial environment with strong emphasis on service excellence.
• Best-in-class salary.
• Family meal on shift.
• Industry-leading Learning & Development opportunities.
• Pension scheme – including employer contributions.
• Annual staff award ceremony and party.
• More benefits to be set up as we open.