Financial Director

MacGregor Black; London; On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading drinks company seeks a Finance Director to lead financial operations amidst growth. The role is perfect for an experienced finance professional with start-up or PE-backed experience. Responsibilities include managing the finance team, developing strategies, and ensuring financial stability while reporting directly to the Board of Directors. An exciting opportunity in a dynamic environment awaits applicants with a passion for the drinks industry.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Performance-related bonus

Qualifications

• Proven experience in senior finance roles, ideally within the drinks industry.
• Strong leadership and people management abilities.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the finance team for high performance.
• Develop financial strategies aligned with company goals.
• Prepare accurate budgets and financial forecasts.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Commercial Acumen

Excellent Communication

Problem-Solving

Education

Extensive experience in a senior finance role

Job description

Are you an experienced Finance Director looking for a new challenge in a dynamic and growing business? Do you have a strong background in food or drink manufacturing and experience within start-up or PE-backed businesses? If so, we want to hear from you.

We are delighted to partner with a leading privately-owned drinks company to find a Finance Director to join their team on a permanent basis in London. As the Finance Director, you will play a pivotal role in leading the financial operations of the company and ensuring the business meets its financial objectives during an exciting period of growth and transformation.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the finance team, providing guidance, support, and development to ensure high performance and a collaborative environment.
• Develop and implement financial strategies that align with the company’s long-term goals and sustainability objectives.
• Oversee the preparation of accurate budgets and financial forecasts, ensuring they are aligned with the business objectives.
• Manage the preparation of timely and accurate financial reports for the Board of Directors, ensuring full compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Proactively monitor and manage cash flow, ensuring financial stability and efficient working capital utilisation.
• Identify financial risks and develop strategies to mitigate them, ensuring the business is protected in all financial aspects.
• Work closely with senior management, investors, and external stakeholders to communicate financial performance and strategy effectively.
• Continuously improve financial systems, processes, and internal controls to enhance operational efficiency and accuracy.

What are we looking for?

• Proven Experience: Extensive experience in a senior finance role, ideally within the drinks industry or a similar sector. Experience within start-up or PE-backed businesses is highly advantageous.
• Leadership Skills: Strong leadership and people management abilities, with the capacity to motivate and develop a high-performing finance team.
• Commercial Acumen: Ability to interpret complex financial data and translate it into actionable insights that drive business performance.
• Excellent Communication: Strong communication skills with the ability to present financial information clearly and concisely to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
• Problem-Solving: Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving financial challenges.

What we offer:

• This role offers the opportunity to have a real impact on a growing, fast-paced company within the drinks sector.
• You will work closely with a highly experienced management team and help steer the business through a period of exciting transformation.
• Competitive salary and benefits package, including performance-related bonus.

If you are a driven and experienced Finance Director with a passion for the drinks industry and an ability to thrive in a fast-growing, entrepreneurial environment, we encourage you to apply.

Please contact Carl Maw for full details.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing

• Industries

  Beverage Manufacturing and Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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