Accounts & Finance Manager

About Us:

Davenport House is a Grade I listed wedding and events venue set in Shropshire. We are a family\-run, dynamic, expanding business operating across luxury hospitality and wellness.

We’re looking for a dynamic, forward\-thinking, and ambitious Finance and Accounts Manager to become a key part of our team and ensure smooth, strategic financial operations as we scale. This is a unique opportunity for someone who wants to grow with us, make a real impact, and help shape the future of a thriving business.

The Role:

As Finance and Accounts Manager at Davenport House, you will:

• Take full ownership of all financial transactions for the business using Xero, including incoming and outgoing invoices, payments, and reconciliation.


• Prepare quarterly projections, financial reports, and budgets in collaboration with the Directors.


• Preparation of monthly management accounts, cash flow forecasts, and budgeting, ensuring all financial reporting is timely, accurate, and compliant as well as reconciliation of accounts, bank statements, and intercompany transfers


• Set and monitor KPIs across departments and sites


• Provide oversight for financial operations across all divisions of the business, including the main events venue.


• Develop and implement financial controls and procedures to streamline operations and aid future growth.


• Provide financial insight and support for strategic decisions and future expansion plans.


• Oversee VAT returns, PAYE, pension submissions, and ensure compliance with HMRC regulations


• Liaise with external accountants and advisors on year\-end accounts, audits, and tax planning


• Assist with payroll (via Xero or integrated systems), staff expenses, and supplier payments


• Streamline financial systems and reporting using Xero automation tools and apps (e.g., Hubdoc, Dext, ApprovalMax)


• Implement best practices for invoice management, reporting dashboards, and real\-time financial insights


• Prepare all necessary financial documents for year\-end and liaise directly with the accountant for submission.

• 3\+ years’ experience in a similar role.


• Ideally, you will have completed your accountancy training (ACCA, CIMA or ACA) or be qualified by experience.


• Advanced Xero proficiency (multi\-organisation setup, reporting, integrations)


• Experience in financial control, budgeting, and cash\-flow management is essential.


• Familiar with financial software and Microsoft Excel.


• Experience within the hospitality or events industry is desirable but not essential.

• Dynamic, motivated, and forward\-thinking, with a “can\-do” attitude.


• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.


• Strong communication skills — able to explain financial information to non\-finance stakeholders.


• Integrity and discretion — we are a family business and trust is key.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a small team.


• Ambition to grow and develop alongside the business in a long\-term role.

• The opportunity to become a key player in a fast growing business.


• Opportunity to shape financial strategy across prestigious and purpose\-driven brands


• A permanent, full\-time role at Davenport, surrounded by a dynamic, forward thinking team.


• The chance to help shape the future direction of the business.


• A warm, supportive workplace where your input and expertise will be valued.


• Excellent potential for progression and development as we expand.

Pay: £27,500\.00\-£33,000\.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension


• Discounted or free food


• Free parking


• Health \& wellbeing programme


• On\-site parking

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