ABOUT THE RESTAURANT GROUP

We’re The Restaurant Group (TRG for short) and we’re one of the UK’s biggest hospitality businesses. Were a significant player in the UK casual dining market, operating nearly 300 restaurants and pubs including wagamama, Barburrito, and Brunning & Price. Our diverse portfolio of brands provides something for everyone, and we are proud to be TRG.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Restaurant Group (TRG) is seeking a Management Accountant to join our highly successful and respected team. This role offers the opportunity to become a specialist in a key area of the P&L, while also gaining valuable experience in business partnering a division.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES TO INCLUDE

• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Highly motivated and results-oriented individual with a “can-do” attitude.
• Creative thinker who enjoys a challenge.
• Strong team player who is fun to work with.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a relevant field.
• Recently qualified or working towards a professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
• Strong Excel skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to consult and collaborate effectively.
• Experience improving processes or challenging the status quo.
• A desire to continuously learn and improve.
• Inquisitive mind with a questioning approach.
• Ability to adapt and work flexibly in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong work ethic, high integrity, and the ability to work under pressure.

• Manage a section of the Income Statement across the Group, ensuring accurate recording, understanding, and communication.
• Deliver and communicate key financial information to the business in a timely and accurate manner.
• Take ownership of one key division (e.g., Wagamama / Pubs / Concessions) and become a specialist, reviewing postings through to balance sheet reconciliation.
• Partner with the division to provide customer service levels of support and analysis, aiding decision-making.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly financial reports to guide business decisions.
• Calculate and post monthly journals to accurately report the performance of the business.
• Reconcile the balance sheet to control and safeguard assets.
• Provide ad-hoc financial support for operations and other head office functions.
• Participate in ad-hoc financial analysis projects.
• Work closely with the budget holder for your assigned P&L area to assist with budgets, monthly queries, and ad hoc work.
• Contribute to the budgeting and forecasting process for the group to identify potential P&L risks.
• Foster strong relationships with the wider business to ensure alignment between Finance and operations