About Us

SSP is a leading operator of food and beverage outlets in travel locations worldwide, with c.42,000 colleagues in over 600 locations across 37 countries. We operate sit-down and quick service restaurants, cafes, lounges and food-led convenience stores, principally in airports and train stations, with a portfolio of around 550 international, national and local brands.

These include our own brands Upper Crust, Millie's Cookies etc. as well as franchise brands such as M&S, Starbucks and Burger King.

Our purpose is to be the best part of the journey, and this is underpinned by our aim to bring leading brands and innovative concepts to our clients and customers around the world, with an emphasis on great value, taste, quality and service.

About the Role

 The Senior Finance Manager for Financial Reporting UK, IRE & NL plays a pivotal role in our finance department. This position holder will lead internal and external audits and preparation of statutory financial statements, The role also includes a wide range of other areas including treasury, Group financial reporting, month end processes, compliance and internal controls.

What you'll be Doing:

Financial Reporting: oversee reporting of UK, IRE and NL legal entities including the preparation and filing of statutory accounts. Audit Management: lead internal and external audits, ensuring adherence to accounting standards, financial controls and regulatory requirements. Balance Sheet Accounting: substantiation, reporting and forecasting of our balance sheet ledgers. Intercompany: reporting and matching of intercompany balances with timely resolution of discrepancies. Cash Management:  Cash flow forecasting, working capital analysis and other treasury matters to ensure sufficient funding for the UK business. Process Improvements: Maintain and strengthen robust internal controls and improve the effectiveness and efficiency of procedures. Leadership: Responsible for the mentoring and development of a small team. Collaboration: establish, build and maintain relationships with key internal and external

 

To Be successful in this role you will need:

Qualifications:  ACA/ACCA/CIMA (minimum 3 years PQE) with work experience in audit and statutory accounts  Communication skills: engage effectively with both financial and non-financial stakeholders Technical expertise: strong knowledge of standards particularly in UK GAAP and IFRS Organisation skills: able to manage multiple deadlines in fast paced environment.  Team Management: previous management experience

 

SSP are proud to be an equal opportunity employer who seek to recruit and retain the most talented individuals from a variety of backgrounds, skills and perspectives.