Commercial Finance Business Partner in UK

due to an internal promotion we now have an exciting opportunity for a commercial finance manager to join our high performing finance team business partnering one of our regions of 60+ restaurants here at wagamama!

you will work closely with and business partner one of three regional directors + 6 area managers, developing and delivering insightful commercial analysis to achieve strategic objectives for their region

this role plays a key part in driving future business performance for the region spotting areas of opportunity and making improvements to drive financial performance for the region

role responsibilities |

• business partner regional director, and be the financial expert for the region, delivering accurate management information which is simple to understand and easily read by non-financial stakeholders
• to establish strong credibility with the operators, working in an engaging, supportive and objective manner
• present trading analysis to regional team on both a weekly and periodic basis
• play a key role in commercial upskilling across the region, by driving for both an understanding of and for improvements within the p&l
• optimising reporting and management information to drive action and insight
• work collaboratively with property and operations to produce investment appraisals and supporting analysis, that supports opportunities for estate growth within the region
• work collaboratively cross functionally, particularly with functional regional counterparts i.e. marketing, people, risk etc. to deliver regional objectives and commercial understanding
• input into the monthly exec reporting pack; ensuring analysis reflects performance against key business metrics, strategic priorities + latest trends
• to manage and own discreet areas of the budget and forecasting process

key skills + personal attributes we’re looking for |

• qualified accountant – CIMA, ACA or ACCA
• proven track record of business partnering and managing stakeholders
• pro-active, strategic thinker and passionate about delivering insightful information that drives improvement
• curious, self-confident, and tenacious with good influencing skills
• proven track record of making complex information quick and easy to understand, to both financial and non-financial stakeholders
• gravitas and credibility to work with non-financial stakeholders
• excellent excel/modelling + presentation skills
• strong technical and analytical skills

the perks + quirks |

• a competitive annual salary
• discretionary pro-rata 20% annual bonus opportunity
• monthly wagamama food allowance
• pension contribution
• 25 days holiday + all bank holidays
• various discount across retail, hospitality + leisure

our values |

treading softly and mindfully

every step we take, we’re mindful of the impact we can have on our environment, our communities, and ourselves. committed to our sustainability ambitions, we champion positive change and lead by example

zig when others zag

at wagamama we don’t conform, and neither do our people. diverse and alternative, but united by one thing – bravery. this challenger and independent spirit is in our dna, it’s who we are

it has to be fresh

we bring fresh into everything we do; the food we serve, the partners in our supply chain, how we work, and the way we think. it is something we never compromise on

kaizen at our heart

each day we strive for better. becoming masters of our craft. we take pride in what we do, every day, for the benefit of others. it’s alive in our kitchens, our service, our people, our dishes

we’ve got each other’s back

we believe in teamship. that working together means building close bonds of trust and support. this creates a safe sanctuary where we can be ourselves, and win together as a team