As Finance Manager, you'll take ownership of the financial health of our hospitality business, playing a vital role in budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and supporting operational teams across the group.

You will bring financial insight and leadership to ensure business performance is optimised while aligning with our strategic goals.

This is a hands-on role ideal for a commercially minded and detail-oriented individual with hospitality sector experience.

In This Role You'll:

Manage and oversee budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning

Prepare and deliver monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and insights

Monitor cash flow, revenue, margins, and cost performance across departments

Partner with department heads and senior leadership to align financial and operational objectives

Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory financial obligations

Lead the finance team and support ongoing training and development

Oversee accounting processes , Identifying, developing and systemising new processes to support more efficient month-end general ledger close activities, monthly account reconciliations & reviews

Evaluate and improve internal controls and financial systems

Support strategic business decisions with clear financial modelling and data analysis

Review and approve monthly payroll (with book-keeper and tronc master)

Be an ambassador for the ethics and values of Black Rock Restaurants

Any other ad-hoc work/support that is required to support the owner and Finance Director

Financial Management

Analyse P&L across multiple revenue streams
Provide ongoing recommendations for cost control and profitability improvements
Lead annual budgeting and forecasting processes

Systems & Compliance

Oversee financial systems such as Xero, Sage, Fourth, or similar platforms
Ensure accuracy in reporting and compliance with HMRC, VAT and audit standards
Manage external relationships with accountants, auditors and suppliers

Proven experience in a finance role within a multi-site hospitality or restaurant setting

Strong commercial acumen and ability to interpret complex data into clear business actions

Experience with budgeting, reporting, and financial planning

A hands-on leader with excellent communication and collaboration skills

Proficient in financial systems such as Xero, Sage, or Fourth

Recently qualified or studying towards (ACCA, CIMA OR ACA qualified)

Previous restaurant and/or hospitality finance experience is highly desirable

Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and spreadsheet modelling

Passionate about hospitality and supporting teams to succeed

Black Rock Restaurant Group is one of the UK's most exciting independent restaurant groups, with standout venues across London and Brighton including The Coal Shed, Burnt Orange, The Salt Room, and Tutto.

We are dedicated to creating unforgettable guest experiences, inspired by the Persian concept of "Nooshe j n" - meaning more than just "Bon Appetit", but "may it nourish your soul". Every detail, from the quality of our ingredients to the lighting, music, and service, is designed to elevate and enrich the guest experience.

Founded by acclaimed restaurateur Razak Helalat, Black Rock Restaurant Group is a place where passion, quality, and hospitality come together - and where your career can grow and thrive., By joining Black Rock Restaurant Group, you become part of one of the UK's leading independent restaurant companies. We pride ourselves on recruiting passionate individuals who thrive in hospitality and love working as part of an established, close-knit team. With venues across Brighton and London-including The Salt Room, Burnt Orange, Tutto, and The Coal Shed-we offer excellent progression opportunities across the group., Our obsession with going above and beyond is inspired by the Persian concept of "Nooshe jân". Used in a similar way to "bon appetit", it also has a deeper meaning that translates more like "may it nourish your soul". Because the experience we want to create goes way beyond a nice meal. We talk about our drinks, service, and atmosphere because we know they're as important to customers as our food.

Every detail, from the quality of the ingredients, to the lighting, acoustics, and the pacing of the meal, feeds the feeling of well-being our customers leave with.

Founded by acclaimed Brighton-based restaurateur Razak Helalat, the Black Rock Restaurants Group comprises Brighton's The Salt Room, The Coal Shed in London and Brighton, and most recently, Burnt Orange.

We believe in investing in our people. That's why we offer a truly competitive pay package, a great professional environment, and opportunities for real growth within one of the UK's most respected hospitality groups., A truly competitive pay package
Team incentives, trips and rewards
50% staff discount at all our restaurants for you, your friends & family
An extra day's holiday every year for your first five years
Refer a Friend scheme - earn money per successful hire
Cycle to Work scheme