Company Overview

Places Leisure is a social enterprise specialising in the development & management of leisure facilities on behalf of local authorities. Our company mission is to create “Active Places and Healthy People” through a diverse programme of activities, participating in national initiatives, through developing partnerships both locally and nationally and through the passionate, dedicated and well trained teams working at our centres. We strive to: Engage: We look to build positive relationships and partnerships by engaging with the communities we serve, our local authority clients, our external partners and internally with our own teams. Enhance: Through being passionate, energetic and proactive, we strive to enhance these relationships and add value to them to ensure we are continuously improving every aspect of our service. Exceed: In every aspect of the service we provide, we aim to exceed people’s expectations by going the extra mile.

We are Places for People Group, we’re a social enterprise that believes it’s people that make a community. That’s why we build homes and deliver services for everyone in the community to thrive. At Places Leisure we are changing lives by creating active places and healthy people for communities to thrive, and we want to be the UK’s leading health and wellbeing enabler.

We aren’t your typical company. We apply the same philosophy to our People as we do to our communities, ensuring our team is appreciated and supported. At Places for People, you’re more than just a number – you’re part of our cause.

So, what are you waiting for? Join a community that cares about you!

More About Your Role

You will work closely with General Managers, Contract Managers, and Area Managers to provide insights into the performance of leisure centres. You’ll analyse and interpret variances and trends in management accounts, identifying causes and correcting errors. Monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure business goals are met and financial health is maintained will be a key responsibility. You’ll support the Forecasting Manager in providing finance business partnering to senior management, helping with strategic decisions. You’ll ensure timely information delivery, work with Power BI, and assist the Business Development team with financial support for tenders. Additionally, you’ll assist with budget preparation and provide ad hoc financial reporting for business initiatives.

This is a hybrid role with a mixture of office and home working (2/3 days office based from our Camberley office).

For more information, please download our job profile available on our website.

Essential Criteria

Practical experience of financial accounting, including preparation and posting of journals plus understanding of the key areas of the balance sheet.
Studying towards a recognised accountancy qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or similar).

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