Finance Manager

If you’re looking to work somewhere truly extraordinary… there’s no place like Cornish Gems.

We are looking for an experienced Finance Manager to ensure the financial stability and growth of the company while providing strategic insights to support business decisions.

You'll inform and influence other department leads to create a culture of financial accountability that is in line with our BCorp status, while being a force for good, embedding Cornish Gems’ environmental, social and community responsibility goals across the business.

Key Tasks

• Oversee preparation of payroll and transactional processes.
• Submission of relevant information to HMRC within deadlines.
• Maintain and charge Cornish Gems’ holdings, property, and owner accounts, verifying trial balances and production of statements on the proprietary Property Management System.
• Contribute to the annual financial planning process and monthly and quarterly monitoring.
• Ensure all colleagues are trained and compliant in the use of all financial systems and processes.
• Ensures compliance with all Cornish Gems’ policies, including health and safety and data protection across the department.
• Contribute as a member of the leadership team to the development, implementation and delivery of strategic plans.
• Developing and managing the organisation's budget, forecasting future financial performance, and analysing financial data to support decision-making.
• Preparing accurate financial reports, statements, and documentation to provide insights into the company’s financial health and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Overseeing cash flow to ensure the organisation can meet its obligations and invest in growth opportunities.
• Identifying financial risks and plan strategies with the senior leadership team to mitigate those risks.
• Collaborating with senior management to develop long-term financial strategies that align with the organisation's overall objectives.

Key Knowledge

• AAT Level 4 qualified or QBE (required)
• ACCA, ACA , CIMA qualified or part qualified (desirable)
• Strong IT skills, including advanced knowledge of spreadsheet software and experience using Mac OS.
• Extensive experience and understanding of the Xero accounting package, including reporting functionality.
• UK Payroll and VAT Legislation.

Key Capabilities

• Detail-oriented and able to produce accurate work at pace.
• Solution-focused approach and ability to identify financial solutions to business challenges.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, team player able to interact with all stakeholders, and strong influencing skills.
• Able to understand and implement the Triple Bottom Line accounting framework.
• Ambition to drive own professional and career development with the ability to train and develop others.

Key Performance Indicators

• Financial performance; sales and net profitability.
• Accuracy of financial transactional activity.
• Social & Environmental targets/contribution.

Benefits *T&Cs apply

• Competitive salary, DOE
• 25 days holiday per annum plus 8 bank holidays, with increases based on length of service.
• 2 paid volunteer days per year.
• Enhanced maternity pay.
• Enhanced sick pay.
• Performance related rewards and recognition scheme.
• Discounted stays at properties in our portfolio.
• Range of additional employee benefits which include cycle to work scheme.

Application Details

To apply, please email christopher.peters@cornishgems.com with your CV and a cover letter detailing why you’re interested in applying for the role. A preliminary discussion to discuss your ambitions and suitability for the role will then take place before the interview.

We look forward to hearing from you.

About Cornish Gems

Proudly independent, we curate memorable holiday experiences like no other, with the wellbeing of our communities and planet at our hearts.

A Real Living Wage Employer, we were proud to be listed in the top 10 Best Workplaces in Travel Awards (2023) and have recently received our BCorp accreditation as one of only 11 travel companies in the UK.

The Mission

• Proudly independent, we curate memorable holiday experiences in Cornwall, with the wellbeing of our communities and planet at our hearts.

The Vision

• Looking after the health and wellbeing of our people, our planet and our prosperity by creating a business that is a force for good

Core Values

• Creative: our commitment to creative thinking drives us to embrace innovative ideas with courage and an open-minded approach to finding new solutions.
• Committed: we are results-focused, upholding excellence with unwavering enthusiasm and tenacity, ensuring our commitment to success is unmatched
• Community: collaboration and relationship building are in our DNA. Inclusivity and teamwork are the cornerstones of our supportive community, ensuring that no one is left behind.
• Clarity: honesty and transparency underpin everything we do. We value integrity and effective communication, ensuring our actions and words are aligned.
• Challenger: we continually push boundaries, and go above and beyond, staying focused on the future to remain at the forefront of our industry.

Equality & Diversity

• Cornish Gems is a company committed to positive change. Together, we continue to build an inclusive culture for our team, our suppliers, our owners and our guests. We encourage and celebrate diverse voices and believe our entrepreneurial spirit is fuelled by this.
• Managers and Leaders within Cornish Gems are expected to create an inclusive, supportive and compassionate work culture and environment which promotes positive behaviours congruent with the Cornish Gems’ values.