Finance Manager

The Oxford Collection is a small, privately owned group of two luxury 5
* hotels and apartments, three restaurants that consists of the Old Bank Hotel, the Old Parsonage Hotel, 36 St Giles, Parsonage Grill, Gees Restaurant & Bar, and Quod Restaurant & Bar. We have 80 bedrooms across three iconic properties in central Oxford, with unrivalled views across the city’s beautiful skyline.

We are seeking an accountant or management accountant to take ownership of our financial operations and management reporting. This role offers an exceptional opportunity to develop strategic finance capabilities while working closely with our Managing Director. They will be responsible for producing monthly management accounts, managing cash flow, overseeing the transactional finance team, and providing financial insight to support business decision-making across our multi-site hospitality operations.

The Head Office team is located at the back of the Old Parsonage Hotel, in central Oxford.

We offer support, training, and development opportunities to help your career flourish. We believe that investment in each and every one of our ‘collectives’ is key to the success of our business and the happiness of our customers. As a member of our team, we are looking for an exceptional candidate who shares these values.

• Prepare accurate monthly management accounts, P&L variance analysis, and commentary for senior leadership and property managers
• Lead the month-end close process, ensuring timely delivery of financial reports and supporting operational decision-making
• Prepare engaging monthly financial presentations to provoke discussion and drive commercial awareness across the management team
• Reconcile balance sheet control accounts and ensure ledger integrity, investigating variances and anomalies

• Collaborate with the Fractional FD to develop annual budgets based on historical trends, market analysis, and strategic objectives
• Prepare rolling cash flow forecasts and manage treasury function to optimise working capital and minimise borrowing costs
• Provide analytical support during budget reviews, identifying cost-saving opportunities and productivity improvements for operational managers
• Support the development of business cases for capital investment and new initiatives

• Oversee accounts payable and receivable processes, authorising supplier payments and ensuring timely debt collection
• Review and approve monthly payroll for management and senior staff, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance
• Liaise with operations managers to ensure hotel ledgers are up to date, balances are appropriate, and revenue is properly matched to costs
• Spot-check financial controls at all properties and recommend improvements to accuracy and efficiency
• Work with the Fractional FD to streamline accounting systems, support paperless processes, and implement best practices

• Prepare year-end statutory accounts under UK GAAP, coordinating with external auditors and ensuring value for money
• Ensure compliance with VAT, PAYE, and all HMRC regulations, managing returns and payments to deadline
• Liaise with the bank on loan facility compliance, covenant reporting, and financing matters
• Coordinate with external advisors including solicitors, pension scheme administrators, and insurance brokers

• Provide technical guidance and support to the Finance Assistant, ensuring accurate processing of transactions and professional development
• Build strong relationships with operations managers, providing financial advice to help them achieve their objectives
• Lead monthly financial review meetings,…