Finance Manager
Candidate Criteria:
- Proven experience as a senior finance professional, ideally in a high-growth, consumer-focused environment.
- Credentials: ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified. A degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field is preferred.
- Strong, working knowledge of business, financial and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and practices.
- Experience managing the end-to-end month end process, management accounts team and operational accounting functions, including AR, AP and payroll.
- Hands-on experience with multi-entity reporting, intercompany reconciliations and FX entries.
- Strong management skills with the ability to inspire and develop a high-performing team.
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage with internal and external stakeholders.
- Proficiency in UK accounting standards and financial regulations.
- Ability to identify areas for improvement and implement best practices in financial operations.
- Proficiency in accounting software, including Xero and QuickBooks.
- Experience with Spotlight reporting tools and Shopify/Stripe integrations desirable.
Duties:
- Manage the month end process.
- Oversee the preparation of accurate financial statements in compliance with UK/US standards.
- Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting, both internally and externally.
- Monitor compliance with financial regulations and governance standards.
- Develop and implement accounting policies and procedures to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
- Perform general ledger entries and month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closings and reconciliations.
- Responsible for VAT returns (UK), BAS/GST returns (Australia), PVA and deferment entries and compliance monitoring through HMRC portals.
- Manage three direct reports.
- Manage operational audit processes and the year-end reporting pack preparation.
- Review and approve purchase orders, monitor stock levels, and ensure appropriate deferment and COGS adjustments.
Job Role:
This role will support the CFO by overseeing specific financial functions, contributing to financial planning, and ensuring operational efficiency. As a key contributor, you will be pivotal in the company's financial health and expansion. This role is a hands-on operational finance responsibilities across multiple entities.