TOAST is a proudly independent British coffee chain. With locations in Braintree, Chelmsford, Witham, Colchester, and Sudbury, we offer more than just great coffee. Our delicious toasties and indulgent milkshakes are also customer favourites. We are dedicated to providing exceptional customer service, supporting our local communities, and caring for the environment. With ambitious plans for expansion in the coming years, TOAST is looking for a commercially astute and hands-on Financial Controller to join our leadership team. This pivotal role will help steer the financial direction of the business, ensuring we scale sustainably while maintaining profitability and operational efficiency across all sites. Role Overview: This is a part-time position (20 hours per week) with flexible working hours. The role can be performed remotely for the most part, but will require in-person attendance at up to three business meetings per month, and timely preparation of payroll in advance of each payday. The ideal candidate will be a proactive self-starter who thrives in a growing, multi-site environment. Key Responsibilities: Fully manage day-to-day financial operations of the business Prepare monthly management accounts, cash flow forecasts, and year-end statutory accounts Deliver store-level financial performance reports and variance analysis Identify inefficiencies and cost-saving opportunities across the business Process and oversee payroll accurately and in advance of payday each month