F&B Finance Manager

Characteristics of the position
We are here to provide our guests with excellent service whilst serving and preparing high quality food and beverages in a clean, safe and welcoming environment.

We are here for hospitality – that is our business. Everything we do should revolve around being hospitable to all our guests, colleagues and business partners.

Based at Gold cost Airport, role will be reporting directly into the General Manager of Finance and Compliances ANZ and leading a small team across Australia (Gold coast and Cairns) and NZ (Christchurch). Role is a key part of the ANZ finance team and has significant interaction with General Manager of F&B and Operations management across ANZ. Role will be responsible for the accounting for all F&B operations across ANZ.

Organisation

Direct Manager: General Manager of Finance and Compliances ANZ

• Ensure the preparation and processing of all financial information of the business is in accordance with accounting standards, policies and procedures, and statutory requirements.
• Cash flow analysis forecast and reporting of net financial positions while maintaining positive working capital position 
• Ensure that all financial reports, including period end are completed and submitted in an accurate and timely manner to the General Manager of Finance, General Manager of F&B and Operational Managers.
• To enhance profitability by reviewing and analysing financial information and highlighting trends, exceptions and cost reducing opportunities.
• Support GM of finance with all year end statutory, financial and tax requirements.
• All company disclosure requirements are submitted on time in accordance with company timetables 
• Any leases falling under IFRS16 are reported in accordance with company polices 

• Develop a clear understanding of the business operations with respect to income and expenditure 
• Support management team in preparation and adherence to budgets and forecasts 
• Support GM of Finance and GM of Operations with annual budget and quarterly forecasting, accordingly, including P&L, Balance Sheet and cash flow in conjunction with the ANZ finance team
• Develop and recommend actions and procedures to ensure effective management of working capital and safeguarding of business assets.
• Manage the spend of capex to ensure forecasts and budget expectations are monitored

• Accurately and timely preparation and lodgment of monthly Business Activity Statements (BAS) with the Australian Taxation Office 
• Expenditure and G & A planning and control 
• Maintain company fixed asset registers for book and tax purposes and ensure strong controls are adhered to for all capex allocations 
• Ensure all Balance sheet items are reconciled every period, with sufficient back-up and audit trail attached.
• To enhance profitability by reviewing and analysing financial information and highlighting trends, exceptions and cost reducing opportunities 
• Ensure compliance with companies’ contracts from a financial perspective regarding company obligations for leases and franchise reporting 
• Ensure regular audits are completed and documented, on cash register and cashier banks. 
• Ensure the effective and efficient operation of the Company’s cash register system and controls are in accordance with company policies.
• Ensure all banks, floating funds and keys for safes are accounted for and issued in accordance with proper cash handing procedures and the accounting manual.
• Support Bi annual stock takes and ongoing cycle counts 

• Manage the team of AP/AR / Cash office roles across F&B operations 
• Monitor the progress and quality of work; discussing issues and problems; take over, if necessary, and bring to a solution 
• Team leadership, coaching, and developing team members

• Ensure confidentiality, integrity and proper retention of all financial information and records.
• To develop, communicate and provide financial information and other reports as requested by management 
• Attend to such other matters as may be requested by the GM of Finance Regional and General Manager F&B from time to time.
• Assist the GM Finance and GM of Operations with ad hoc projects as and when required
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• Relevant Accounting qualifications to bachelor’s degree level or higher – Professional certification such as CA (Chartered Accountant) or CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or near completion 
• Minimum of 5 years relevant work experience in high volume environments within hospitality or retail
• Thorough knowledge and experience in financial administration 
• Relevant financial experience in retail and/or catering organization is an advantage 
• Leadership skills 
• Proactive attitude and problem solving 
• An eye for detail 
• Ability to explain and influence senior managers 
• Ability to work to deadlines and meet them 
• Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
• System experience/exposure: ERP systems MYOB. SAP and POS (Micros)
• Passion for the industry with an understanding of our operational demands