Popeyes is growing fast, and we are on the hunt for a Financial Controller to lead our Financial Control function across our UK and Ireland businesses. As our Financial Controller, you will be at the heart of a high‑growth, high‑energy brand, leading a talented finance team and building the controls, processes and reporting needed to support our next stage of growth. The role sits within Finance, reports to the Finance Director, and is based at HQ. Responsibilities Lead, coach and develop the Financial Control team, creating a high‑performing, supportive and accountable finance function. Own the month‑end and year‑end close process across the UK and Ireland, ensuring accurate, timely and well‑controlled financial reporting. Oversee monthly management accounts, balance sheet control, statutory reporting, audit and tax compliance. Strengthen financial controls, governance and processes so the finance function can scale with the business. Take ownership of finance systems and drive improvements that simplify, automate and standardise ways of working. Partner with teams across the business to support restaurant operations, new openings, system implementations and key finance projects. Provide high‑quality insight and support to the Finance Director on strategic initiatives and business priorities. Qualifications ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified accountant. Strong experience in a Financial Controller or senior finance role, ideally within multi‑site retail, hospitality or leisure. Proven experience leading month‑end, year‑end, statutory reporting, audit and tax processes. Strong technical accounting knowledge, including FRS102, financial controls and balance sheet ownership. Experience leading, coaching and developing finance teams. A continuous improvement mindset, with experience improving processes, systems and controls. Strong analytical skills, advanced Excel capability and confidence working with finance systems, ideally Sage Intacct. Comfortable working at pace in a high‑growth, entrepreneurial environment. About you A confident finance leader who loves bringing out the best in their team. Energised by pace, growth and the chance to build something brilliant. Highly organised, detail‑focused and proud of getting the numbers right. A natural coach who creates clarity, accountability and momentum. Proactive, resilient and solution‑focused. Confident working cross‑functionally with stakeholders at all levels. Passionate about improving processes and building scalable ways of working. Comfortable taking ownership, solving problems and making decisions. Excited by the opportunity to help shape the future of Popeyes UK and Ireland. Inclusivity and respect are at the heart of all we do. Popeyes is a place where everyone can be their true self, and everyone belongs. That's why we assess each application on the ability to do the job and nothing else. Benefits A competitive salary Flexible working Private healthcare Life Assurance Career progression opportunities 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Birthday day off Benefits platform, including cycle to work and gym discounts Enhanced parental leave Free chicken! #J-18808-Ljbffr
Financial Controller employer: The Popeyes
Popeyes in Worcester is an exceptional employer that values its team members by offering a vibrant work culture and a range of fantastic benefits, including free chicken on shift and generous meal discounts. With clear pathways for career progression and a commitment to making every day enjoyable for both employees and guests, joining our team means being part of a dynamic environment where your contributions truly matter.
