Finance Manager

As the Finance Manager based in Acton, London your responsibilities will include:

• Financial Strategy and Leadership:

o Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with the company's growth objectives.

o Provide strategic recommendations to the Managing Director and senior management team on financial analysis and projections.

o Lead financial planning, forecasting, and budgeting processes.

o Advise on investment activities and risk management to ensure long-term financial stability.

• Financial Reporting and Compliance:

o Oversee the preparation of weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow forecasts.

o Ensure compliance with all financial regulations, tax laws, and audit requirements in the UK .

o Liaise with external accountants, auditors, banks, and tax authorities to ensure smooth financial operations.

o Maintain a thorough understanding of international financial regulations and their impact on cross-border business.

• Accounting and Operational Oversight:

o Manage the finance and accounting team, ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of financial data.

o Oversee accounts payable, receivable, payroll, and cash flow management.

o Implement and monitor internal financial controls to safeguard company assets.

o Ensure robust financial processes are in place, particularly in the implementation and management of D365 (Dynamics 365) accounting software.

• Business Partnering and Analysis:

o Collaborate with various departments (sales, operations, HR, marketing) to provide financial insights and support decision-making.

o Conduct financial analyses to identify areas for cost savings, operational improvements, and revenue opportunities.

o Drive performance by developing and tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) for the business.

o Support pricing strategies, margin analysis, and product profitability evaluations.

• Immersion and Collaboration with Paris Headquarters:

o Establish close collaboration with the finance team in Paris, ensuring alignment on financial policies, strategies, and reporting.

o Lead financial immersions in Paris with regular communication and updates on UK and international financial performance.

o Spend time with Paris-based financial leads, including Paris Head of Finance, to align on daily, weekly, and monthly accounting activities, as well as gaining in-depth knowledge of D365.