Senior Finance Executive

4 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom decent packaging Full time
Job Overview

At Decent Packaging, we are committed to providing innovative and sustainable packaging solutions for the hospitality sector and beyond. Our mission is to eliminate reliance on oil and reduce waste through our exceptional products.

Position: Finance Manager, reporting directly to the UK CFO

Location: London, Shoreditch

Employment Type: Full-time, Competitive Salary of £50-60k Annually, dependent on experience, plus additional bonus.

Team Leadership: Overseeing a team of 3-4 finance professionals.

Benefits:

  • Flexible hybrid working arrangement (3 days per week in London)
  • 25 days of annual leave (excluding public holidays)
  • Access to exclusive hospitality discounts
  • Quarterly team events and numerous industry gatherings
  • Opportunities for career advancement and professional development
  • Bupa Health Care coverage

Key Responsibilities:

The Finance Manager will play a pivotal role in ensuring the finance department operates with precision and efficiency. This includes being the primary contact for partners and stakeholders regarding financial inquiries, as well as establishing and maintaining compliance processes and internal audits to uphold high standards.

Key duties include:

  • Conducting commercial analysis to assess sales trends by customer and product categories
  • Evaluating customer pricing and profit margins
  • Monitoring expense trends and identifying cost-saving opportunities
  • Leading the annual budgeting and forecasting processes
  • Managing the monthly closing process, ensuring timely reviews and submissions
  • Preparing balance sheet reconciliations and managing accruals
  • Overseeing monthly tax provisions and financial reporting
  • Preparing VAT/GST returns and cash flow forecasts
  • Supervising the finance team, including Management Accountant and Accounts Payable/Receivable
  • Coordinating annual audits for UK entities
  • Implementing and refining financial controls and procedures
  • Handling ad-hoc financial tasks as required

Essential Qualifications:

  • Part Qualified (CIMA, ACA, ACCA) with relevant experience in a similar role
  • Strong problem-solving and strategic thinking abilities
  • Experience in supervising and managing finance team members
  • Proficiency in system development, including report design and procedural changes
  • Exceptional attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines
  • Professional and empathetic communication with stakeholders
  • Proactive, hands-on approach with a willingness to learn and grow

At Decent Packaging, we prioritize customer satisfaction by simplifying processes and enhancing design. We believe in empowering our team members to unlock their full potential through continuous growth and learning.



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