Chief Financial Officer

Our client is a well-established and growing hospitality group with a portfolio of hotels across the UK. Known for delivering high-quality guest experiences and operational excellence, they are now seeking a strategic and commercially focused CFO to join their executive team and lead the financial function through the next phase of expansion.

Role Overview:
As CFO, you will be a core member of the senior leadership team, responsible for driving financial strategy, overseeing the day-to-day finance function, and supporting the group’s continued growth and profitability. You will play a critical role in areas such as funding, operational planning, performance reporting, and capital investment. The role requires a forward-thinking leader with a strong commercial mindset and experience in multi-site, service-driven environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a corporate financial strategy and annual business plan aligned with the group’s objectives

• Lead on fundraising, refinancing, and investor relations, supporting future development and refurbishment projects

• Oversee and develop the finance team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement

• Work closely with the CEO and Board on strategic planning, forecasting, and stakeholder engagement

• Contribute to the identification and development of new revenue opportunities and partnerships

• Ensure robust financial controls and compliance across the group

• Prepare and manage the operating budget, driving performance through data-led decision-making

• Oversee all fiscal operations, including cash flow, financial reporting, and P&L management

• Manage banking relationships and oversee treasury functions

• Produce timely and accurate management accounts, statutory reporting, and cash flow projections

• Monitor the group’s tax compliance and oversee all related filings

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)

• Proven track record in senior finance leadership, ideally within hospitality, leisure, or multi-site operations

• Strong technical knowledge and experience in financial planning, reporting, and control

• Excellent leadership and team development skills

• Confident communicator with the ability to engage across all levels of the organisation

• Highly analytical, with a commercial mindset and strong attention to detail

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, operationally complex environment

• Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills