Financial Director

2 days ago


Brighton, Brighton and Hove, United Kingdom The GelBottle Inc Full time
About the Opportunity

The GelBottle Inc. is rapidly expanding, and we're seeking a skilled Finance Manager to join our dynamic team. This exciting opportunity involves working in a fast-paced environment and contributing to an innovative mix of B2B and B2C brands.

This role is ideal for a fully qualified Practice Accountant with experience in audit, looking to transition into Industry. As a Finance Manager, you will leverage your technical expertise to implement controls and processes across the Finance team and the wider organization, making a noticeable impact from day one.

You will have the opportunity to train junior members of the Finance team and collaborate with the Group FC and CFO on month-end preparation, ad hoc projects, and internal financial control improvements. Your primary focus will be to up-skill the team, ensuring the organization remains audit-ready year-over-year across its global structure, encompassing:

  • Global retail of market-leading beauty products
  • International procurement and supply chain management
  • International warehouse operations
  • Luxury property/villa rentals
  • Luxury Spa/salon services

Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Managing transactional activities across the Group, including accounts receivables, payables, and stock, ensuring accuracy and timely processing, with a focus on automation through Netsuite.
  • Strengthening internal controls across finance and the wider business to ensure integrity, completeness, and timeliness of reported figures.
  • Supporting year-end accounts and audits, performing internal control audits, and leading ad hoc projects for improved efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

We are seeking a highly motivated individual with strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a passion for driving continuous improvement within the Finance team. Key qualifications include:

  • A recent full Chartered Accountant qualification (ACA/ACCA) or equivalent.
  • Comprehensive understanding of financial accounting within FMCG, retail, marketing, or media throughout their years in practice.
  • Strong experience in inventory management.
  • Expertise in balance sheet reconciliations (e.g., VAT, payroll, inter-company balances).
  • Personable, with a knack for building relationships across the business.
About Us

The GelBottle Inc. offers a dynamic work environment, a competitive salary of £60,000 - £80,000 per annum, and a range of benefits, including:

  • Hybrid working arrangement
  • Yearly company bonus
  • £1,000 yearly personal development fund
  • 5 'study days' a year
  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays
  • 'Daisy days' (extra 2 days off throughout the year)
  • Holiday purchase scheme (+5 days)
  • Birthday bonus (after one year's service)
  • Enhanced Parental Leave
  • Long service award (additional holiday allowance)
  • 3 month's sabbatical offered upon 3 years' service
  • Healthcare cash plan (via Health Shield)
  • Electric car lease scheme (via salary sacrifice)
  • Discount on Peacci products
  • Life assurance + pension scheme
  • Regular funded company events
  • Season ticket loan


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