Financial Operations Specialist

2 days ago


Richmond, Greater London, United Kingdom Craft Distilling Group Full time
Financial Operations Specialist

Estimated Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 per annum

Craft Distilling Group is a dynamic and rapidly growing organization with 4 main entities - Whiskey & Wealth Club, Craft Irish Whiskey Co., Le Portier and Boha. We are seeking a highly skilled Financial Operations Specialist to join our finance team in Richmond.

Job Overview:

We are looking for a Financial Operations Specialist who will be responsible for the production and analysis of monthly management accounts, supervising month-end and year-end closing procedures, and overseeing VAT returns in UK and IE entities. The ideal candidate will have experience working with a multi-entity business on a global scale, trading in the UK, USA, and Australia.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Production and analysis of the monthly management accounts, including P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow Statements, for shareholders and senior management.
  • Supervise the conclusion of month-end and year-end closing procedures, ensuring precise recording and timely reconciliation of all financial transactions, adhering to IFRS principles.
  • Oversee VAT returns in UK and IE entities and assist in GST Lodgement in the AU entity.
  • Coordinate with external auditors during statutory audits, providing required documentation and explanations to ensure a smooth audit process.
  • Compile and analyze financial data, identifying trends, delivering managerial insights, conducting variance analysis to explain actual performance, and recommending corrective actions.
  • Inventory management and reconciliation, costing, and creation of items on our ERP system, ensuring a smooth link between financials, supply chain, operations, commerce, reporting, and manufacturing.
  • Direct management of two finance assistants, involving training and review, while ensuring they maintain a high level of job satisfaction.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate will have experience working in a similar role for a group/conglomerate, with experience mentoring junior members of staff. They will also have experience with/be:

  • CT/VAT/GST reporting (EU specific).
  • Multi-currency reporting.
  • Commercial and operational understanding of the manufacturing industry.
  • Auditing.
  • Payroll.
  • ACA/ACCA/CIMA Part Qualified, Finalist, or Newly Qualified.
  • Oracle NetSuite ERP systems.
  • Excel (Xlookups, Sumifs, Pivot Tables etc.).

About Us:

We are based in the office 5 days a week; we are a social bunch and have created a unique vibe in the office. If you are passionate about finance and want to be part of a dynamic team, please apply.



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