Group Finance Director

Antler; London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Antler seeks a Group Finance Director to oversee global financial operations, including consolidation, reporting, and compliance. The role demands expertise in financial management, leadership in a fast-paced environment, and a commitment to continuous improvement. Join a dynamic team dedicated to supporting ambitious founders.

Benefits

Responsibilities from day one

Learning from industry leaders

A fun, global team

International environment with growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant experience, specifically in consolidation and reporting.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS.
• Experience in tech, investment, or asset management sectors preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly consolidation processes for global operations.
• Prepare and deliver monthly management reports with analysis.
• Manage the annual group audit process and liaise with auditors.

Skills

Financial consolidation

Intercompany reconciliation

Team leadership

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Certified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent)

Tools

NetSuite or similar ERP software

Job description

We are open to any location within Europe.

About Antler

Antler backs the world's most ambitious founders from the very start. Founded on the belief that innovation is key to building a better future, we partner with people across six continents to launch and scale high-potential startups that address meaningful opportunities and challenges. We have offices in 30 cities, including New York, London, Berlin, Stockholm, Bangalore, Singapore, Seoul, and Sydney.

Our global community supports founders with business model validation, initial capital, expansion support, and follow-on funding. We have helped create and invested in over 1,500 startups across various industries and technologies.

A better future requires talented, determined, and resilient people. Antler team members are part of a global community dedicated to helping driven founders move the world forward.

About The Role

The Group Finance Director will oversee the company's global financial consolidation, reporting, compliance, and audit processes. This role ensures the timely and accurate preparation of consolidated financial statements, drives process improvements, and maintains internal controls.

Key Responsibilities

Consolidation Management

• Lead the monthly consolidation process for global operations, including subsidiaries and joint ventures, within NetSuite.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve accounting and system issues to ensure seamless operations.
• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of consolidated financial statements in compliance with standards and policies.
• Serve as the main accounting contact for HoldCo and Fund Manager entities.
• Establish and maintain global accounting policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with regional finance teams to align with local statutory requirements.

Reporting & Compliance

• Prepare and deliver monthly management reports, including variance analysis.
• Reconcile intercompany balances across the group.
• Review and approve month-end reporting packages.
• Enhance the group's reporting framework continuously.

Group Audit

• Manage the annual group audit process and liaise with auditors.
• Manage audit risks and address issues proactively.
• Coordinate with regional finance leads for documentation and schedules.

Team Management

• Manage and develop the finance team.
• Supervise external accounting service providers.
• Mentor team members and set objectives aligned with company goals.
• Promote talent development and succession planning.

Process Improvement

• Optimize financial workflows using technology and automation.
• Lead finance digital transformation initiatives.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Requirements

• Proficient in NetSuite or similar ERP software.
• Expertise in financial consolidation and intercompany reconciliation.
• Experience in team leadership and management.
• Results-driven, proactive, with attention to detail.

Other Requirements

• Certified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent).
• 8+ years of relevant experience, especially in consolidation and reporting.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.
• Experience in a global or multi-entity environment, preferably in tech, investment, or asset management sectors.

What We Offer

• Responsibility from day one in a fast-growing organization.
• Learning and networking with top industry leaders.
• A fun, global team committed to success.
• International environment with growth opportunities.