Location Accountant / Financial Controller Iconic Cheltenham Event Location Are you ready to take your Finance career to the next level at a world-renowned sporting venue?
JWR is recruiting for a Financial Controller / Location Accountant for a leading operator.
Step beyond the "9-5" into a dynamic role that blends finance with operations, where you'll be at the heart of high-energy events and be part of the magic that fuels unforgettable experiences.
Salary / Package Salary from £45k + Bonus Health-care & well-being benefits & Discounts Entertainment, shopping & Travel Discounts Meals on duty Pension / Life assurance On-going training & development and career pathways Professional subscriptions paid Why Join our client?
Be Part of the Action: Work at an iconic venue where you'll play a vital role during race days and major events, ensuring everything runs smoothly.
Career Growth: Develop in a fast-paced, commercially driven environment with hands-on financial and operational responsibilities.
Collaborative Culture: Join a fun and diverse team, known for legendary partnerships and innovative event delivery.
Your Key Responsibilities: As a Location Accountant / Financial Controller , you'll support the venue management team, helping drive financial performance and operational excellence.
Here's a glimpse of what you'll do: Serve as the main commercial resource on event days, managing tills, PDQs, and tech to keep everything running perfectly.
Prepare and review P&L reports pre- and post-event, utilising attendance and SPH assumptions.
Contribute to weekly, monthly, and annual forecasting and budgeting.
Create, analyse, and refine budgets, providing clear insights into contract performance.
Partner with venue leaders to provide reporting, analysis, and business insight .
Enhance Working Capital by managing debt, stock, and cash control.
Facilitate seamless internal reporting and business reviews , linking venue and head office teams to ensure efficient finance processes.
Requirements Ideally AAT qualified or working towards ACCA/CIMA/ACA (QBE is also welcome).
Strong financial and commercial acumen with experience in a similar industry.
Proficient in Excel , with strong numerical and analytical skills and a keen attention to detail.
Effective communicator, able to present complex information clearly.
Flexibility for occasional weekend work and some travel (driver's license preferred).
If you would be interested in discussing in more detail, send your CV today!
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