Regional Financial Controller

REGIONAL FINANCIAL CONTROLLERCOYA is a luxury lifestyle group with two venues in London:
Mayfair and Angel Court and global venues across the Middle East, Monte Carlo, Mykonos, Paris, Barcelona and Marbella.
Born from the spirit of adventure, COYA celebrates Latin American culture through delicious Peruvian food, innovative cocktails, music, art and happenings.
The group has won countless awards, including 'Restaurant of the Year' at the London Lifestyle Awards, and is best known for its lively atmosphere.Our teams are like family and once you are part of the family, we will want the best for you and will provide you with the opportunity to grow and develop.
We thrive on our team members being the best they can and working to their full potential.An amazing opportunity is now available to join the COYA Team as we are looking for a passionate and dedicated Regional Financial Controller to join the COYA family.
As Regional Financial Controller at COYA you can expect:
Enhanced holiday package; 32 days holiday (including bank holidays)High street, leisure & retail discountsBUPA private medical insurance Long service awards Opportunities to travel and work around the world with COYA Endless opportunities to grow and develop.
We really believe in promoting from within.Employee Referral ProgramGlobal Dining Discounts with COYA and sister venuesGenerous gift when you become a parent The ideal candidate for the Regional Financial Controller position will have:
Accounting or Finance Degree - Bachelor / Masters / ACCA / CMA Minimum 1 year experience in a similar roleMinimum 5 years' experience in Accounts and/or Finance UK experience is essential for understanding and working knowledge of UK local law & regulations.Excellent written and verbal English communication skills and strong interpersonal and negotiations skills are essentials.Must be friendly, adaptable and have high attention to detail.Ability to work under pressure and have excellent time management.The role involves, but is not limited to, some of the following:
To ensure compliance with standards & laws in the jurisdictions in which COYA operates:
UK & EU, locations include London, Paris, Barcelona, Marbella and Monte Carlo.
To make up part of the Corporate Team by supporting General Managers and Heads of Department in making decisions by delivering accurate & timely information and processes in a professional & controlled manner.Being the main point of contact with external accountants on all accounting processes.
Ensuring management accounts are prepared within agreed timelines, suppliers are paid as per agreed terms and accounting treatment is in line with jurisdiction standards.
Ownership of monthly reporting to the board of directors, including P&L, Balance Sheet & Cashflow.
Understanding variances to budget and prior year and agreeing entries to supporting documentation.Understanding of financial systems, how they operate and automating where relevant.Providing support & training to operations to ensure correct processes and procedures are in place.Ownership of end of year audit & statutory accounts across all UK & Europe locations.Understanding of tax compliance for all UK & Europe locations, including VAT, withholding tax, Corporation Tax, Payroll Tax/Social security.Attending weekly head of department meetings - either on site or remotelyManagement and development of 3 finance assistants.Working closely with management contracts, to ensure reporting is received within agreed timelines.If the role of Regional Financial Controller sounds like you and you want to be a part of our incredible team, please apply, and be prepared to tell us why you are perfect for the position.