Key Responsibilities/Technical Experience
Financial Reporting & Analysis
- Prepare and present:
- Monthly Management Accounts
- Profit & Loss (P&L) statements per outlet and brand
- Cash flow reports
- Analyze financial performance and highlight key trends and risks.
- Provide actionable insights timprove profitability.
- Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
- Cost Control & Profitability Management
Monitor and control:
- Food Cost Percentage (FC%)
- Operational expenses
- Labour cost (in collaboration with HR & Operations)
- Conduct variance analysis on:
- Food cost
- Wastage
- Inventory usage
- Partner with Operations and Kitchen leadership toptimize margins.
- Track contribution margins per outlet.
Revenue Assurance & Controls
- Ensure accurate revenue capture across all channels:
- Review of sales reconciliation reports.
- Strengthen internal financial controls across outlets.
- Accounts Payable & Receivable Management
- Oversee vendor payments and ensure timely processing.
- Manage accounts receivable including corporate and bulk clients.
- Maintain strong vendor relationships with financial discipline.
- Ensure proper documentation and approvals for all transactions.
Inventory Financial Oversight
- Collaborate with all relevant stakeholders tmonitor inventory, valuation and usage.
- Track stock variances and shrinkage.
- Ensure accurate cost of goods sold (COGS) reporting.
Fixed Asset Register
- Review, tag and maintained the fixed asset register
- Ensure accurate record in line with the Sop manual.
Compliance, Audit & Controls
- Ensure compliance with Internal policies, Financial regulations, Tax requirements
- Support internal and external audits.
- Implement and maintain strong internal control systems.
Systems & Process Optimization
- Drive efficiency in financial processes.
- Leverage ERP systems (e.g., Odoo) for reporting and tracking.
- Improve financial workflows and reporting automation.
- Ensure data accuracy across all financial systems.
Leadership & Team Management
- Lead and develop Finance team members.
- Set performance targets and KPIs.
- Build a culture of accountability, accuracy, and discipline.
- Train non-finance teams on financial awareness where needed.
What Success Looks Like In This Role:
Disciplined Cost Management & Improved Margins
- Food cost percentage, operational expenses, and wastage are tightly controlled within approved thresholds, with continuous improvement in gross margins.
- Accurate, Timely, and Insightful Financial Reporting
- Monthly financial reports are delivered on time, error-free, and provide clear, actionable insights that influence strategic and operational decisions.
Effective Revenue Assurance & ZerLeakages
- All revenue streams (POS, third-party platforms, online channels) are accurately captured and reconciled, with minimal discrepancies and strong internal controls.
Improved Inventory & Cost of Goods Management
- Inventory is accurately tracked, stock variances are minimized, and cost of goods sold (COGS) reflects true operational efficiency.
Finance as a Strategic Business Partner
- Finance actively supports Operations, Supply Chain, and Marketing with insights that drive better decision-making, efficiency, and profitability.