We are the leading Asian-inspired quick-service retail and grocery brand with over 80 restaurants across the UK, Belgium, and France, and a growing wholesale business across Europe and beyond. Our renowned delicious food made fresh in every restaurant, every day, has made itsu a top choice for healthy eating. 

In addition to our restaurants, itsu [grocery] offers a range of high-quality Asian-inspired foods available online and in supermarkets. We are excited to be one of the leading brands in this specific group and have ambitious plans for continued growth both domestically and globally. 

With its best-in-class-food, latest technology, innovation, and talented workforce, itsu is the future of fast food.

this is the job

The primary role of the Management Accountant – Revenue and Costs will be in the preparation of the monthly management accounts for itsu Retail. This is a record to report role, and as such, responsibilities will include posting of prepayments and accruals, preparation of monthly reporting, business partnering with senior management, budgeting and forecasting and the preparation of annual statutory accounts for audit.

 these are the responsibilities

• Financial Reporting and Analysis: Proficient in preparing and analysing monthly and yearly accounts, including variance analysis and review of performance

• Internal Controls and Process Management: Skilled in maintaining accurate financial records, including preparation of balance sheet reconciliations, and a strong eye for identifying process improvements and efficiencies.
• Communication and Stakeholder Engagement: Strong ability to interpret and communicate financial data effectively with non-financial stakeholders to support decision-making
• Analytical Skills and Attention to Detail: Demonstrated capability in financial analysis, with a keen eye for detail and the ability to identify trends and anomalies.
• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in Microsoft Excel and experienced with financial reporting systems, such as like Microsoft Dynamics NAV or Microsoft Dynamics Business Central, enabling efficient data management and reporting.

This is you 

• Strong analytical skills
• Highly organised and structured
• Great communicator
• Willingness to work flexibly to meet the business needs
• Ability to work under pressure and within tight time frames
• Finance qualifications required (ACA, CIMA or ACCA)
• Experience in a management accounting role strongly preferred
• Exposure to audit (either through practice or as key audit contact) beneficial
• Multi-site experience in retail, hospitality or similar field preferred 
• Intermediate or advanced excel skills are strongly preferred
• Experience with ERP systems such as Microsoft Dynamics NAV or Microsoft Dynamics Business Central preferred

 you put people at the heart of everything you do by displaying the 4 itsu qualities:

• I take pride [in what I do]
• I genuinely care [for people]
• I want to grow [myself & others]
• I build trust [around me]

perks and benefits

• A competitive salary
• Flexible working, which consists of 1 day a week working from home, flexible working hours, and up to 2 weeks a year working from abroad.
• Generous time off allowances, which include up to 34 days holiday 
• A free itsu lunch whenever you are in the office and 50% off in all stores, for when you are not.
• We cover a variety of different benefits such as physical, mental, financial, environmental and social wellbeing. 
• An array of business events and socials throughout the year.