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Interim Finance Manager - US & International (15 Months Mat Cover)
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Interim Finance Manager: US & International – 15 Months Mat Cover
We’re Pret: proud makers of freshly made food, organic coffee, and big ideas. Across 750+ shops and 20+ countries, our teams are shaping the future of Pret through innovation, inclusion, great customer service and a shared passion for doing the right thing. We’re growing fast on our mission to be the employer of choice in hospitality, everywhere we operate – so this an exciting time to hop on board.
We Believe in Growing Good Things
Growth is at the heart of everything we do. From the freshly hand-made food we create every day, to supporting our teams, we help our people grow in confidence, skills and to pursue their unique paths. Pret is where passionate, hardworking, wonderful people (like you!) find what they need to shine. And the proof is in the pudding – over 80% of our Managers started on the shop floor! So did 20% of our Support Centre teams, including our CEO, Pano.
What we’re looking for
We’re looking for passionate team players to bring joy to our customers every day. We are looking for an experienced Finance Manager to join us on a 15 Month Maternity cover, who will be responsible for ensuring high-quality financial reporting and control across Pret's US and International markets. The role will lead a team responsible for delivering accurate and timely management accounts, maintaining robust balance sheet control, and providing insightful financial analysis to support decision-making.
Key responsibilities
- Oversee the monthly management reporting process for Pret's US and International markets, ensuring all key activities are completed accurately and on time to deliver high-quality financial results.
- Review monthly P&Ls, balance sheet reconciliations, journals and supporting schedules, challenging assumptions and ensuring the integrity of reported results.
- Analyse financial performance, including actual versus budget and forecast variances, and prepare concise, insightful commentary for senior stakeholders.
- Lead, coach and develop a team responsible for accounting transactions and month-end close activities, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement and "no surprises".
- Ensure strong financial controls are maintained and accounting issues are identified, investigated and resolved in a timely manner.
- Partner with stakeholders across the business to ensure operational and commercial developments are understood and appropriately reflected in the financial results.
- Remain hands-on where required, supporting the team with the preparation of reconciliations, schedules, journals and financial analysis to ensure successful delivery of reporting deadlines.
- Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve controls and enhance the quality and efficiency of financial reporting.
- Support the delivery of wider finance projects, systems improvements and strategic initiatives as required.
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Experience and Skills required
- Professional accounting qualification
- Experience in management accounts
- Experience managing a team
- Strong communication skills and proven capability in building relationships with those inside and outside finance
- Resilient and able to work to tight deadlines
About you
- Be kind, honest and generous: bring genuine warmth and your authentic self to work every day.
- Bring your passion: share our passion for exceptional customer service.
- Spread joy every day: small acts of kindness are a big part of what makes the Pret experience special.
We offer
- Competitive Salary and 10% bonus potential
- Gold Card: We love making people’s day through our food and drinks. That goes for our teams too. That’s why everyone gets a Gold Card. When you’re in the office, your food and drinks are on us. And when you’re not, you can use your Gold Card to get up to 5 Barista-made drinks a day, and 50% off everything else (food, snacks, bottled drinks – the lot).
- Up to 38 days of holiday including (flexi) Bank Holidays
- Free private medical cover, with the option to add family or partner at an additional cost
- 4% of your pension contribution matched by Pret
- Life assurance at 3x annual salary
- Flexi-time and hybrid working (3 days in the office, two days at home)
- Lifestyle savings
- Season ticket loans
- Healthcare cash plan
- Financial wellbeing provisions
- Free mortgage services
- Opportunities to support our charity, The Pret Foundation
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We also offer
- Individual ways to grow – We offer lots of opportunities for learning, whether you join us for a short stint or the long game, you’re good to grow with us. Including fully funded professional qualifications, leadership development and mentoring.
- Diversity and belonging – Everyone is welcome at Pret, we want you to feel confident and valued for who you are and to truly belong.
- Pace and variety – Our work is fast paced with lots of variety, you’ll build a diverse skill set and learn a lot!
- At Pret, we’re proud to make a positive impact through The Pret Foundation. From tackling homelessness to reducing food waste, you’ll be part of meaningful change in your community and beyond.
Our values
- Happy Teams Happy Customers
- Amazing Standards Every day
- Never Standing Still
- Doing The Right Thing
The interview journey
Every interview process at Pret begins with the same two stages. First, you’ll have a relaxed 30-minute conversation with our recruitment team so we can get to know you and your experience. Next, you’ll be invited to a one-hour, in-person interview with the hiring manager at our Head Office in London Victoria.
Depending on the role and function, there may be additional stages. These could include time spent in one of our shops, completing a task, or meeting a senior leader.
Before you apply
This role is based at Pret’s Support Centre in London Victoria, where we work in a hybrid way - typically three days a week in the office. The role will also include international travel on a regular basis.
We’d love to get to know you, not a robot, so please do not rely on AI to complete your application.
Deadline to apply for this role: 25th September 2026.
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