Financial Controller / Head of Finance
- Recruiter
- Partner Financial
- Location
- London (Central), London (Greater)
- Salary
- Up to £80,000
- Posted
- 22 Jan 2021
- Closes
- 01 Feb 2021
- Ref
- WSFC1674
- Job Title
- Head of Finance
- Category
- Consumer products / FMCG
- Experience Levels
- Qualified Accountant
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Partner Financial are working with a high growth international investment fund in the consumer sphere embarking on a substantial period of growth. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in the success of business performance in the coming years as they continue to invest and strengthen their portfolio. You will be involved with newly acquired brands who are looking to scale, whilst also managing the day to day finances of the business.
Key Responsibilities
- Driving quality accounting policies and reporting across the business, improving consistency and quality for portfolio brands
- Ensuring all compliance and regulatory commitments are being adhered to across the portfolio
- Owning the Governance framework and managing all audit obligations across the Group
- Preparing the group monthly consolidation to ensure the management accounts are produced on a timely basis to key stakeholders
- Ensuring the groups maintains compliance with US GAAP, including the adoption of new standards and changes to existing standards
- Overseeing the production of the Group’s annual financial statements and ensure they are signed and filed to meet bank and regulatory deadlines
- Working with third-party advisors to ensure timely and accurate reporting across indirect and direct tax
- Owning the operational cash flow of the Group, from investments to monthly financials of portfolio brands
The Ideal Candidate
- Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA) from a Top 20 Practice
- Previously worked in a fast-paced, high growth companies
- Ability to identify and drive efficiencies and process improvements
- Excel proficient and experience in implementing new accounting systems
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Interested candidates should send their CV to Will Sharples. I will be contacting candidates with the closest match to the client’s selection criteria within seven days of application to arrange an initial meeting. If you have not heard from me within these timescales, thank you for your interest but please consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion. If you would like to have a confidential discussion about your current situation then please feel free to give me a call to discuss.