Group Financial Controller   

- Competitive Salary plus bonus 
- Incredible Industry Leading Benefits: detailed below
- Contracted Hours: 42.5 hours per week

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Finance Team as Group Financial Controller.

Reporting to the Director of Financial Accounting the Group Financial Controller will lead and manage all aspects of financial accounting, financial control and compliance across the Group.

Main duties and responsibilities

• Managing the year-end audit and statutory accounts process, including liaison with external auditors and tax advisors.
• Ensuring accurate, timely month-end closing across the group, with a rigorous approach to balance sheet management and bookkeeping integrity.
• Implementing effective controls and systems in the Company.
• Manage the cashflow across sites and internationally.
• Running the company insurance portfolio including annual renewal of policies, adjustment of policies throughout the year as required and managing any claims.
• Managing and mentoring a team of financial accountants together with external accountants in Europe.

What's in it for you?  

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Free annual guest experience for you and a plus one, including 3-course meal, cocktails and a bottle of wine. It’s important we experience the magic too!
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including 12 weeks full pay Maternity leave and 2 weeks full pay Paternity leave. These moments matter!
• Health cash plan – a health benefit which allows you to claim back your everyday medical expenses like Dentists and Prescriptions 
• Life Assurance – £25,000 
• Generous Artfarm-wide discounts including;
• Up to 50% off room booking at the award-winning The Fife Arms
• Up to 25% off food and beverage across our global properties
• Up to 30% off our fabulous retail products
• High street discounts off 1000’s retailers through MyArtfarm site and app. 
• Amazing socials - bowling, pizza nights or just a walk in the local countryside – there’s something for everyone. 
• A unique approach to career development and learning opportunities tailored around your individual aspirations and goals.
• Employee Assistance Programme with Hospitality Action 
• Enhanced pension scheme to help you save into your piggy bank for the future!
• Option to save directly from payroll into an ISA to enhance financial wellbeing
• Generous Refer a Friend Scheme – up to £1000 to share with your friend!

Artfarm is an independent international hospitality company where art, culture, and exceptional hospitality come together to create unforgettable destinations. Founded by Iwan and Manuela Wirth, every Artfarm destination is thoughtfully designed to celebrate the unique character and local culture of its location.

Today, Artfarm's award-winning portfolio spans some of the world's most distinctive destinations, including The Audley Public House and Mount St. Restaurant in London; Fife Arms Hotel in Braemar and Fish Shop in Ballater, Scotland; Farm Shop in Somerset; Cantina in Menorca; Chesa Marchetta in Sils Maria, Switzerland; Manuela in New York and Los Angeles; and Fish Shop Bar & Restaurant in Washington, D.C.

Artfarm is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity. We believe that diversity and inclusion in our team is critical to our success, so we seek to recruit, develop, and retain talent from a diverse candidate pool. Sustainability is at the heart of Artfarm and every one of the team has a role to play in protecting our planet.  

Group Financial Controller   

- Competitive Salary plus bonus 
- Incredible Industry Leading Benefits: detailed below
- Contracted Hours: 42.5 hours per week

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Finance Team as Group Financial Controller.

Reporting to the Director of Financial Accounting the Group Financial Controller will lead and manage all aspects of financial accounting, financial control and compliance across the Group.

Main duties and responsibilities

• Managing the year-end audit and statutory accounts process, including liaison with external auditors and tax advisors.
• Ensuring accurate, timely month-end closing across the group, with a rigorous approach to balance sheet management and bookkeeping integrity.
• Implementing effective controls and systems in the Company.
• Manage the cashflow across sites and internationally.
• Running the company insurance portfolio including annual renewal of policies, adjustment of policies throughout the year as required and managing any claims.
• Managing and mentoring a team of financial accountants together with external accountants in Europe.

What's in it for you?  

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Free annual guest experience for you and a plus one, including 3-course meal, cocktails and a bottle of wine. It’s important we experience the magic too!
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including 12 weeks full pay Maternity leave and 2 weeks full pay Paternity leave. These moments matter!
• Health cash plan – a health benefit which allows you to claim back your everyday medical expenses like Dentists and Prescriptions 
• Life Assurance – £25,000 
• Generous Artfarm-wide discounts including;
• Up to 50% off room booking at the award-winning The Fife Arms
• Up to 25% off food and beverage across our global properties
• Up to 30% off our fabulous retail products
• High street discounts off 1000’s retailers through MyArtfarm site and app. 
• Amazing socials - bowling, pizza nights or just a walk in the local countryside – there’s something for everyone. 
• A unique approach to career development and learning opportunities tailored around your individual aspirations and goals.
• Employee Assistance Programme with Hospitality Action 
• Enhanced pension scheme to help you save into your piggy bank for the future!
• Option to save directly from payroll into an ISA to enhance financial wellbeing
• Generous Refer a Friend Scheme – up to £1000 to share with your friend!

Artfarm is an independent international hospitality company where art, culture, and exceptional hospitality come together to create unforgettable destinations. Founded by Iwan and Manuela Wirth, every Artfarm destination is thoughtfully designed to celebrate the unique character and local culture of its location.

Today, Artfarm's award-winning portfolio spans some of the world's most distinctive destinations, including The Audley Public House and Mount St. Restaurant in London; Fife Arms Hotel in Braemar and Fish Shop in Ballater, Scotland; Farm Shop in Somerset; Cantina in Menorca; Chesa Marchetta in Sils Maria, Switzerland; Manuela in New York and Los Angeles; and Fish Shop Bar & Restaurant in Washington, D.C.

Artfarm is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity. We believe that diversity and inclusion in our team is critical to our success, so we seek to recruit, develop, and retain talent from a diverse candidate pool. Sustainability is at the heart of Artfarm and every one of the team has a role to play in protecting our planet.