Finance Director

2 days ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom DeMellier Full time

The Finance Director is a very important strategic and operational role at the heart of a business.

Working closely with the MD and the Commercial Director, the Finance Director is expected to assume full responsibility for all financial aspects of the company's business. This involves analysing financial performance, advising the Senior Management Team on these findings and implementing recommendations to achieve the most profitable results for the business.

We are looking for a Finance Director who is an outstanding accountant, possessing exceptional commercial acumen and strategic business insight. As an operational leader, the Finance Director will support the various business divisions, guiding them in planning and managing their departmental budgets.

Finance Director responsibilities

The Finance Director is accountable for day-to-day operations and long-term strategy. They will be asked to:

Implement robust financial systems and processes

Lead the budgeting, forecasting and planning process

Support senior teams to create growth strategies and plans

Forge strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders

Advise the MD and Senior Management Team on all matters relating to financial performance and profitability enhancement opportunities

Prepare annual accounts and work with external auditors as needed

Control all financial and accountancy matters across the company in all the countries it operates, including month end reports, management accounts, cash flow management, statutory accounts, compliance, taxes, presentation of management information and KPIs

Support the business through change and growth periods, coordinating corporate finance, debt, taxation and equity investments, as appropriate

Identify any finance software required and work with the rest of the team to identify and implement a company-wide ERP when/ if required

Prepare investment presentations and board meeting packs, and present when needed Identify any key insurances required for the business

Ensure the regulatory, legal, accounting and tax requirements of all statutory bodies are met Lead and motivate the finance team

The Ideal Candidate:

Fully qualified (ACCA/ CIMA / ACA) and highly experienced

Strong track record leading the finance department at high growth companies

Ideally experienced working with Shopify and accounting systems such as Xero and more advanced ERP systems

Exceptional commercial acumen and business knowledge

Outstanding analytical, excel and powerpoint skills

Great team player and strong management skills

Very strong communication skills with people at all levels and an ability to influence senior stakeholders

Pro-active, decisive, adaptable with an ability to operate in a fast paced environment

Unquestionable integrity and a commitment to outstanding governance

Native or proficient in English

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