Financial Controller

2 days ago

London England United Kingdom Plum Fintech Full time

Hey We're Plum, your smart saving and investing app on a mission to help grow money for life. Whether you're stashing the cash for tea and toast in your first home or catching some rays during retirement, Plum's got your back.

Since 2016, over 2 million people in 10 European markets have set aside more than £2 billion with our clever automation and AI - that's the magic of Plum As recognition for our work, we've received awards from the likes of Deloitte, Finder, and more.

That's all down to our passionate team of 200+ Plumsters, who work around Europe to help us achieve our mission. And now we're looking for more brilliant people to join us on our journey.

About the Role

We are looking for a Financial Controller to join Plum and play a pivotal role in overseeing and optimising financial processes, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and contributing to the overall financial health and stability of the organisation. This position requires a strategic thinker with strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of financial controls, and the ability to navigate the rapidly evolving landscape of the fintech industry. As well as leading the Financial Control team, this person will work closely with our CFO, FP&A team and other departments across the business.

Your key responsibilities

  1. Ownership of the Group Financials - you will be responsible for the integrity of the numbers that drive the business forwards and there is an opportunity to design a close process and reporting pack suitable for the next phase of the business;
  2. Develop, implement, and maintain robust financial controls, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and industry best practices;
  3. Lead and develop a high-performing financial control team, providing guidance, mentoring, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement;
  4. Identify and assess financial risks, proposing and implementing effective mitigation strategies;
  5. Manage the accounting system and look to streamline financial reporting and control processes;
  6. Partnering with business units on the accounting implications for the business on new products;
  7. Oversee day to day finance operations and treasury management, leveraging automation and technology solutions to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of processes;
  8. Own the production of entity and consolidated monthly management packs and accounts;
  9. Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory bodies to ensure timely completion of audits and compliance with tax requirements;
  10. Manage the month end financial control close process and group consolidation reporting;
  11. Be responsible for all aspects of tax (Corporation, PAYE, VAT and R&D) returns for the group (leveraging external advice as required);
  12. Ensure financial regulatory returns are submitted and collaborate with the compliance team and Finance team on other regulatory documents and requests;
  13. Ensure effective communication and collaboration within the finance team and with other departments;
  14. Collaborate with internal stakeholders, to align financial control objectives with overall business goals;
  15. Monitor changes in financial regulations and proactively adapt the company's financial control framework accordingly.
What we look for
  1. Proven experience in financial control;
  2. Solid grasp of internal controls, compliance requirements, and financial regulations (GAAP and IFRS), and are a qualified accountant (ACA/ ACCA/ CPA or equivalent);
  3. You have excellent leadership and team management skills including managing team members remotely;
  4. You have a high attention to detail, are proactive and self-motivated;
  5. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
  6. Experience with different accounting systems and technology solutions;
  7. Comfort with ambiguity;
  8. Experience with regulatory returns would be a big plus;
  9. Previous experience in working in an EMI licensed organisation or within financial services is highly desirable.
Plum's Perks
  1. We're all in this together Own part of the company through stock options;
  2. Private health insurance;
  3. Annual training budget;
  4. Plum Premium;
  5. Referral scheme: earn competitive rewards;
  6. Flexible approach to remote working: we encourage at least 2 days a week in one of our beautiful offices in London, Athens or Cyprus;
  7. Team breakfasts and team lunches;
  8. 25 days holiday + bank holidays;
  9. 45 work-from-anywhere days: giving you the flexibility to work your way;
  10. 2 weeks sabbatical after 4 years to take the break you deserve;
  11. Enhanced parental leave;
  12. 1 paid volunteering day annually;
  13. Annual team trip: to a surprise destination
  14. A fun, inclusive company culture.

If you think this sounds like a bit of you then don't hesitate to get in touch

Thanks,

Plum Team

*Plum is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Plum does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.

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