Finance and Commercial Manager

Job Description:

About the Business

This is a rare and exciting opportunity to join a thriving, family-owned Coffee House in Leicestershire. Established over 10 years ago, they have grown steadily and sustainably, now operating five vibrant coffee house locations and an in-house bakery.
  
They are committed to providing exceptional customer experiences, offering welcoming, clean, and comfortable spaces where quality and value meet. With growth plans well underway for future sites, the business is at a pivotal stage, offering a unique career opportunity for someone passionate about excellence, numbers, and hands-on involvement.
  
About the Role

Full time, permanent position (Monday–Friday), site-based in Leicester (close to the M1). The role will involve visiting other stores as well (fuel will be covered for travel between sites).
  
As Finance and Commercial Manager, you’ll play a central role in the financial health and strategic growth of the business. You'll be responsible for the day-to-day financial operations, performance reporting, and commercial decision-making support for both the Coffee House and Food Service business (in-house bakery).
  
This is a board level role, reporting directly to the owners and offers a potential path to Directorship and possibly even equity participation in any future sale of the business. It’s a position that blends finance, commercial insight, and general management in a supportive, entrepreneurial environment, where every detail and decision matters.
  
You’ll be joining a growing, profitable, and debt-free business with a strong balance sheet – built on stable foundations and long term site lease agreements ranging from 15-25 years.
  
Main Responsibilities

• To be primarily responsible for the financial management and reporting of company finances including the Food Service business (in-house bakery)
• To also be responsible for the production of company KPI reporting
• To be actively involved in company procurement activities, productivity and efficiency analysis, product waste analysis, insurance renewals, supplier contracts
• The successful individual would be expected to learn all aspects of how a coffee house and bakery business runs and to be able to perform other roles if required in emergency situations
• To have a can-do flexible attitude conducive to working in a growth orientated dynamic small to medium sized business  

Prime Financial Activities

• Reconcile credit card takings to card processing companies reports
• Ensure that sales from the epos now till system imported in the Xero accounts package are accurate and complete
• Process monthly payroll journals
• Reconcile cash balances for each site
• Reconcile key balance sheet accounts
• Maintain fixed asset register
• Ensure that invoice postings into Xero are into the correct codes and are correctly entered regarding VAT
• Prepare and submit quarterly group VAT returns
• Manual journal entries as required throughout the year
• Year end adjustments for accruals, prepayments, depreciation etc
• Prepare and present year end accounts, balance sheet and tax computations
• Prepare and present monthly P&Ls from Xero  

The Successful Applicant

To excel in this role you’ll need:

• AAT Level 4, or be a part or fully qualified chartered accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
• A proven track record in financial management - experience within retail, hospitality, or food & beverage would be highly desirable, although not essential.
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills.
• A proactive, flexible, “can-do” mindset and the confidence to challenge constructively.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• A desire to work closely with a passionate, family-run team and make a real impact in a values-led business.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary 
• Annual bonus (dependent on company and personal performance)
• Private healthcare
• Fuel covered for travel between sites
• A seat on the Board with potential for future Directorship, possibly with a share of any future sale proceeds agreement
• Free parking available on site
• Discounted food and beverages

If you’re a commercially savvy finance professional looking to move beyond spreadsheets, into a role where you can directly shape and grow a business, we’d love to hear from you!

Disclaimer: This vacancy is based in the United Kingdom. The Matching Room Ltd only operates in the UK and can only process applications from candidates who are currently a resident and eligible to work in the UK. 

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