This role is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing and managing all accounting functions of the business. The Finance Manager will lead the day-to-day financial operations of the club and ensure accurate, timely, and compliant reporting across all financial functions. This role will play a key part in supporting business performance, driving financial efficiency, and maintaining strong internal controls.

Key Deliverables:
Accounts Payable, Receivable & Credit Control
Oversee and ensure operation of full-spectrum accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, credit control, and bank reconciliations
Process supplier invoices, reconcile supplier statements, and manage payment runs；
Manage company credit card expenses and assist with creditor aging reviews
Issue and manage debtor invoices, including membership, events, and ad hoc charges；
Monitor accounts receivable and support credit control activities to ensure timely collections；
Reconcile customer and supplier accounts and follow up on outstanding balances；
Liaise with members, clients, and suppliers regarding billing and payment matters；
Support accurate recording and reconciliation of all incoming and outgoing cash.

Management Reporting
Lead the annual budgeting process in collaboration with club management and group finance;
Prepare rolling forecasts and cash flow projections to support business planning
Provide financial insights to guide operational decision-making and commercial strategies;
Monitor CAPEX spend and support cost control initiatives.
Revenue Support
Assist in daily revenue reconciliation across F&B, membership, and event income streams;
Verify POS and booking system reports against bank receipts;
Maintain documentation and audit trails for revenue recognition;
Collaborate with operational teams to resolve revenue discrepancies.

Month-End & Year-End Processes
Prepare and post accruals and prepayments;
Perform bank reconciliations and balance sheet account reconciliations;
Assist with year-end closing activities and audit preparation.
Tax & Compliance
Oversee GST/VAT submissions and ensure compliance with local tax regulations;
Support tax computations and liaise with external tax advisors as needed;
Maintain and update the fixed asset register and depreciation schedules;
Coordinate with auditors, banks, and regulatory bodies as required.

Business Context:
This role will play a pivotal part in the successful opening and growth of our Shanghai club — our flagship entry into Mainland China. It supports the Group’s broader ambition to expand the 67 Pall Mall experience across Asia-Pacific. This role requires a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and who can translate global luxury standards into culturally relevant activations.

Key Attributes:
Essential
Minimum of 3-5 years' experience in finance for F&B, luxury and/or lifestyle industries.
Qualified or part-qualified accountant (e.g., ACCA, CPA, CIMA) with strong technical knowledge.
Proven experience in financial management, ideally within hospitality, F&B, or membership clubs.
Proactive with solid judgement, problem-solving and decision-making skills, with keen attention to detail.

Additional Desirables
Detail-oriented with a strong understanding of end-to-end financial operations
Able to manage multiple deadlines and prioritise effectively;
Strong communication skills and the ability to engage with internal and external stakeholders;
Proactive, adaptable, and solutions-focused;
Prior experience with the KingDee ERP system.

Most crucially we need people who can get stuff done - no matter what. We are looking for someone who has ambition, a competitive spirit, sense of humour and perspective and a willingness to get into the detail & own the solution.

Role Dimensions:
Line Manager: Head of Shanghai
Key Interfaces: Head of Finance EP & Asia, Chief Development Officer, Head of Shanghai.