Financial Controller Salary - Competitive Schedule - Full Time Experience - Strong experience in a Financial Controller or similar role within a multi-entity environment JKS Restaurants are seeking a Financial Controller to join the team. Responsible for end-to-end finance delivery across a complex, multi-entity and internationally focused part of the business. The role combines strong financial control with commercial leadership and is accountable for the integrity of financial reporting, balance sheet control and operational finance across the Parent, Indian, and Kitchen Table portfolio. The Group JKS Restaurants was founded by siblings Jyotin, Karam, and Sunaina Sethi in November 2008. Since its inception, the group has received critical acclaim and industry recognition, including 8 Michelin stars, 6 Michelin Bib Gourmands, a restaurant ranked among the Worlds 100 Best Restaurants, a spot in the Sunday Times Best 100 Places to Work 2025 and one of codes happiest places to work 2025 The JKS portfolio currently features Michelin-starred restaurants such as Trishna, Gymkhana, Ambassadors Clubhouse, Kitchen Table, Sabor, and Legado, along with cult favourites Hoppers, Brigadiers, Berenjak, Plaza Khao Gaeng, Speedboat Bar and Bibi, JKS Restaurants offers a unique opportunity to pursue a career in fine dining or to develop within trend-focused casual cuisine, with opportunities across all disciplines for those looking to advance their careers within a people-focused, collaborative hospitality group. The Role Working alongside specialist functions including FP&A, Supply Chain and Cashflow, the Financial Controller will ensure the portfolio is audit-ready, cash-aware and operating within a robust control environment. The role requires strong coordination across functions, ensuring financial reporting, planning, cashflow and operational performance are aligned as well as supporting international growth, including multi-currency considerations and working with stakeholders across different regions. End-to-End Finance Ownership Own finance delivery across the portfolio, ensuring accuracy, quality and pace of reporting Lead monthly close, ensuring accurate P&L, balance sheet and cash reporting at brand and entity level Ensure all journals, reconciliations and supporting schedules are completed to a high standard Identify issues early, prioritise effectively and resolve with clear recommendations Financial Control & Balance Sheet Integrity Maintain an accurate trial balance and strong accounting records across all entities Ensure balance sheets are fully reconciled, reviewed and actioned Own the control environment, including cut-off, approvals, documentation and audit trail Ensure key areas (accruals, prepayments, payroll, intercompany) are well understood and controlled Audit, Statutory & Compliance Oversight Work closely with the Senior Financial Accountant to ensure all entities are audit-ready and statutory requirements are met Ensure balance sheet positions and supporting schedules are prepared to a standard suitable for audit Review VAT returns for the portfolio, ensuring accuracy and compliance prior to submission Escalate technical accounting or compliance risks with clear recommendations Cashflow and Capex Oversight Work closely with the Cashflow & Capex lead to ensure cashflow forecasts are robust, accurate and aligned to business activity Review capex spend and forecasts, ensuring alignment to approved budgets and business priorities Ensure cash implications of operational and commercial decisions are understood and considered Monitor and understand FX exposure and ensure impacts are appropriately reflected in reporting and forecasts Commercial Finance & Decision Support Act as the senior finance partner to operational leadership, providing commercially grounded insight and challenge Work closely with the Head of FP&A to ensure alignment between reporting, forecasting and performance analysis Support decision-making across pricing, labour, productivity, menu mix and new initiatives Provide clear analysis on performance trends, margin drivers and controllable costs Cross-Functional & International Coordination Partner with the Head of Supply Chain and Cost Control Supervisor to ensure procurement, cost control and margin drivers are accurately reflected in financial outputs Collaborate with the Senior Financial Accountant on statutory, audit and technical accounting matters Ensure financial outputs reflect the operational and commercial reality across a geographically diverse portfolio Work with stakeholders across different regions and time zones to support international operations Process Improvement & Prioritisation Build and embed scalable finance processes across a complex portfolio Improve efficiency and control through better process design and system use Prioritise effectively across competing demands, making clear decisions on focus areas Drive continuous improvement in reporting quality and controls Team Leadership & Capability Lead and develop the finance team, including the Senior MA, MA, Payroll Officer and Accounts Assistants Set clear expectations and accountability for delivery, quality and controls Work closely with the Senior MA to ensure consistency and quality across outputs Build a high-performing team with strong ownership and reduced dependency on escalation The ideal candidate will have: ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified with 57 years+ post-qualification experience (or equivalent) Strong experience in a Financial Controller or similar role within a multi-entity environment Proven ownership of month-end, balance sheet control and financial reporting Strong technical accounting knowledge, with experience supporting statutory reporting and audit processes Experience working in a multi-site business (hospitality, retail or similar) Strong understanding of financial controls, processes and governance Experience working alongside or coordinating with specialist functions (e.g. FP&A, tax, audit, supply chain) Experience in an internationally operating business, including multi-currency or FX exposure (4 days office, 1 day from home) Benefits & Culture Our team is the most important part of our business, translating our passion for genuine hospitality to our guests every day. We are proud to work with industry-leading talent and recognise the importance of offering our teams the tools, guidance and experience necessary to build confidence and grow. We encourage you to bring your whole self to work and celebrate the skills and characteristics that make you unique. Your commitment to be kind and work hard comes with a range of benefits such as: Treat Yourself Monthly dining out allowance Up to 50% off dining across JKS Restaurants Retail & Takeaway Discounts Code App Membership Look After Yourself Gym Membership Stream stream your pay earlier Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay Health Insurance Company Donations for your involvement with Charities Employee Assistance Program Access to Financial Advice Wedding Gift & New-born Care Package Celebrating your big occasions Season Ticket Loan Progress Yourself Access to our fantastic L&D Calendar A personalised learning & development plan to develop your skills and knowledge Career progression with a fast-growing, critically acclaimed restaurant group. Be Yourself Additional holiday for every year with us (rising to 33 days) Staff parties & long service awards

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