Senior Finance Manager

The Senior Finance Manager for Financial Reporting UK, IRE & NL plays a pivotal role in our finance department. This position holder will lead internal and external audits and preparation of statutory financial statements, The role also includes a wide range of other areas including treasury, Group financial reporting, month end processes, compliance and internal controls. What you'll be Doing:

• Financial Reporting: oversee reporting of UK, IRE and NL legal entities including the preparation and filing of statutory accounts.
• Audit Management: lead internal and external audits, ensuring adherence to accounting standards, financial controls and regulatory requirements.
• Balance Sheet Accounting: substantiation, reporting and forecasting of our balance sheet ledgers.
• Intercompany: reporting and matching of intercompany balances with timely resolution of discrepancies.
• Cash Management: Cash flow forecasting, working capital analysis and other treasury matters to ensure sufficient funding for the UK business.
• Process Improvements: Maintain and strengthen robust internal controls and improve the effectiveness and efficiency of procedures.
• Leadership: Responsible for the mentoring and development of a small team.
• Collaboration: establish, build and maintain relationships with key internal and external
  
  Qualifications: ACA/ACCA/CIMA (minimum 3 years PQE) with work experience in audit and statutory accounts
• Communication skills: engage effectively with both financial and non-financial stakeholders
• Technical expertise: strong knowledge of standards particularly in UK GAAP and IFRS
• Organisation skills: able to manage multiple deadlines in fast paced environment.
• Team Management: previous management experience
  
  SSP is a leading operator of food and beverage outlets in travel locations worldwide, with c.42,000 colleagues in over 600 locations across 37 countries. We operate sit-down and quick service restaurants, cafes, lounges and food-led convenience stores, principally in airports and train stations, with a portfolio of around 550 international, national and local brands.
These include our own brands Upper Crust, Millie's Cookies etc. as well as franchise brands such as M&S, Starbucks and Burger King. Our purpose is to be the best part of the journey, and this is underpinned by our aim to bring leading brands and innovative concepts to our clients and customers around the world, with an emphasis on great value, taste, quality and service., SSP are proud to be an equal opportunity employer who seek to recruit and retain the most talented individuals from a variety of backgrounds, skills and perspectives., We Are Food Travel Experts SSP is a leading operator of food and beverage concessions in travel locations, operating restaurants, bars, cafés, food courts, lounges and convenience stores in airports, train stations, motorway service stations and other leisure locations. We are present in nearly 40 countries around the world, and we run more than 550 international, national and local owned and franchised brands across approximately 2,600 units. Our purpose is to be the best part of the journey. From providing rewarding and fulfilling career journeys for our 37,000 colleagues worldwide to providing great experiences for our customers as they travel, this ethos drives the culture of SSP. Be you. That's how we like it. Great food and drink are diverse by nature. Our food is authentic, creates great experiences and brings people together. The same goes for our DE&I (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion) strategy at SSP. By empowering our colleagues and celebrating our differences, we create great experiences for our people and help them thrive as one global team. Bring your appetite for opportunity! Learning is a constant adventure, and we're passionate about supporting all of our colleagues in their development. From accredited apprenticeships to senior management training, we have a range of pathways and programmes dedicated to your growth. And with our online academy full of resources, you can learn your way. Benefits of joining SSP: At SSP, we don't just offer jobs; we provide dynamic career opportunities with a host of benefits

Employee Discounts: Enjoy up to a 50% discount on various SSP brands and franchises across the UK. Flexible Scheduling: To accommodate various lifestyles, we are promoting work-life balance Free Meal and Parking while on shifts Continuous Growth: Access award-winning training, apprenticeships and development programs to enhance your skills and advance your career, Duty Manager Development Programme Help@Hand App: from shopping discounts, GP appointments, 24/7 helpline to financial and wellbeing support for you and your loved ones Health and Wellbeing Support: Retail Trust, flexible working, comprehensive family-friendly leave Culture: We value diversity and inclusion at SSP, and we have a variety of colleague networks to support you, such as LGBTQ+, Women's Network, Neurodiversity and Disability and many more. Activities: Barista Competition, Millie's Cookies Ice off Challenge, Superstars Recognition Financial Support: Pension Plans, Life assurance, Share Incentives Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme, competitive pay rates and more