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We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Assistant Financial Accountant to join our finance team. This role will focus on control and compliance within our financial operations, ensuring that our accounting practices meet regulatory standards and internal policies. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of financial principles and a keen eye for detail, contributing to the overall financial health of our company.

What success looks like…

• Financial Control: Assist in the implementation and maintenance of financial controls to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data.
• Compliance: Support compliance with accounting standards (UK GAAP), tax regulations, and internal policies. Help prepare for audits and ensure timely submission of financial reports.
• Reconciliation: Conduct regular monthly reconciliations of balance sheet accounts and assist with the resolution of discrepancies.
• Internal Audit Support: Assist with internal audits, providing necessary documentation and supporting evidence for compliance reviews.
• Regulatory: Assist with KYC submissions, VAT submissions, sales tax compliance within the US
• Forecasting: Assist with the annual and quarterly budgeting and forecasting process in relation to capex as well as input into group cashflow forecasting
• Collaboration: Work closely with other departments to ensure accurate and timely financial information flow, promoting a culture of financial accountability.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements within the finance function, contributing to increased efficiency and effectiveness.

• AAT qualified or studying towards ACCA/CIMA.
• Previous experience in a finance or accounting role, preferably within the hospitality industry (however not necessary)
• Strong understanding of financial control and compliance requirements.
• Proficient in accounting software (e.g., Dynamics Business Central is advantageous) and Microsoft Excel, Power BI, Jet Reporting
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational abilities.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.

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 you 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, so you don’t have to pay a penny!
• Life Assurance.
• Generous Artfarm-wide discounts including;

• • Up to 50% off room booking at the award-winning Independent Hotel of the Year 2021, The Fife Arms.
  • Up to 25% off food and beverage across our properties in Somerset, Scottish Highlands, Los Angeles and London.
  • Up to 30% off our fabulous retail products.
• High street discounts with 1000’s retailers through MyArtfarm site and app.
• Amazing socials led by local social committees – bowling, 10k runs or just a cold pint in the pub – 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 – the support there if life ever takes a turn.
• 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!

About Artfarm

Artfarm is a one-of-a-kind independent hospitality company founded by Iwan and Manuela Wirth. Renowned for developing and reinventing distinctive sites including the award-winning Fife Arms Hotel in Braemar, Manuela restaurant in Los Angeles, Roth Bar and The Farm Shop in Somerset. Artfarm uniquely brings together art, community, education, people and place.

Like all roles at Artfarm, you can expect your time at work to be varied and challenging. We know from experience that jobs can evolve throughout the lifetime of a role and this in turn gives our people the chance to play to their strengths.

In return we can offer you a unique employee journey that is tailored around your goals and aspirations both professionally and personally.

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.

What are you waiting for, come join us!