Finance Director

Robert Walters UK; London; On-site; GBP 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a dynamic Finance Director to lead their finance function amidst impressive growth. This pivotal role involves overseeing financial reporting, developing budgets, and optimizing costs while managing a small team. The successful candidate will possess a professional accountancy qualification and several years of leadership experience in finance. With a competitive salary and a central London location, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in a thriving e-commerce environment. If you are a commercially-minded finance professional ready to take on new challenges, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Qualifications

• 4-5 years in finance leadership overseeing a finance function.
• Proficient in Xero and Excel, with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Control the finance function and establish financial objectives.
• Prepare management accounts and engage with department heads.

Skills

Financial Reporting

Cost Analysis

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Multitasking

Prioritisation Skills

Education

Professional Accountancy Qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Tools

Xero

Excel

Job description

We are working with our client, a leading e-commerce Corporate Services Group experiencing 20% YOY growth. They are currently seeking a commercially-minded Finance Director to join their growing team. This role offers an attractive salary range of £110,000-£120,000 and is based in the heart of central London.

The key remits to this Finance Director role will include:

• Control the finance function of the group of companies.
• Establish company-wide financial objectives and develop budgets.
• Be fully responsible for financial reporting, management accounts, budgets, cashflow forecasts, and controls.
• Prepare management accounts on a monthly basis with cost analysis.
• Engage with department heads to understand cost-base and implement cost-reduction processes.
• Liaise with advisory accountants for tax optimisation.
• Ensure smooth operation of the Finance department alongside 2 finance assistants.

The successful candidate will have:

• Professional accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or similar qualification with relevant experience.
• Minimum of 4-5 years experience in a finance leadership role overseeing a finance function.
• Proficiency in Xero and Excel; experience with other accounting systems preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail, time management, multitasking, and prioritisation skills.

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, the role will pay £110,000-£120,000 + wider benefits including private medical. The role will be 5 days office based in central London with working hours 9-5.30.