Job Description

We're looking for a

proactive, detail-driven Finance Manager

to take ownership of the financial heartbeat of our growing hospitality group.
With two traditional pubs and one coffee shop/wine bar, we're ready to bring in someone who can bring structure, clarity, and confident financial leadership to the business.

If you're analytical, organised, and excited by the idea of shaping the financial foundation of a thriving multi-site hospitality group, we want to hear from you.

About Us

We're a people-powered, community-focused group of venues with loyal followings, energetic teams, and big ambitions for the future.
We value creativity, smart thinking, and a hands-on approach--and your work will directly influence our growth and success.

What You'll Be Doing

You'll take charge of financial management across all three venues, ensuring the business runs smoothly, compliantly, and profitably.
Your key responsibilities will include:

Financial Leadership

Manage day-to-day financial operations across the group. Maintain accurate, timely financial records and reporting. Support the Managing Director with strategic financial insights.

Reporting & Analysis

Prepare weekly and monthly performance reports. Track sales, margins, labour costs, and venue KPIs. Monitor budgets and highlight variances proactively. Provide recommendations to improve profitability and reduce waste.

Accounts & Admin

Process and reconcile invoices, supplier statements, and payments. Oversee cash and card reconciliation from all venues. Manage bank reconciliation and cashflow forecasts.

Payroll & HR Support

Collate timesheets and prepare payroll data for processing. Maintain up-to-date staff records and compliance documentation.

Systems, Controls & Compliance

Implement and improve financial systems, processes, and controls. Ensure adherence to licensing, HMRC requirements, and best practice. Liaise with external accountants for year-end accounts.

Business Support

Assist with pricing reviews, cost monitoring, and supplier negotiations. Help create consistency and financial discipline across all sites.

What You Bring

Solid experience in a finance or accounting role (AAT qualified or similar preferred). Strong understanding of bookkeeping, financial reporting, and cashflow management. Experience working with multi-site or hospitality businesses is a bonus. Confidence with spreadsheets and accounting software. Excellent organisation, accuracy, and time-management skills. A proactive mindset--you spot issues before they become problems. Integrity, confidentiality, and a collaborative, positive approach.

Why You'll Love Working With Us

A flexible

20-25 hour

working week that fits around your life. The chance to make a

real impact

across three unique venues. A supportive leadership team that values your ideas and expertise. An opportunity to build and shape the financial structure of a growing group. A role with genuine progression as we develop our venues.

Ready to Make Your Mark?

If you're organised, analytical, and excited by the challenge of leading the finance function for a dynamic, ambitious hospitality group, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 16.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 - 30 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Employee discount
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Southampton SO14 2BE