Finance and Accounting Director - Hybrid (2 days a week in London) - Circa £85k + benefits
A fast-growing and dynamic E-commerce agency is seeking an experienced Finance and Accounting Director, with experience within a digital agency environment, to join their team.
This is a unique opportunity to shape the financial direction of a thriving business while working in a collaborative, flexible, and supportive environment.
The ideal candidate will be a strategic financial leader with a passion for driving growth and improving operational efficiency.
The company offers a hybrid working model, combining the energy of a trendy office near Tower Bridge with the flexibility of remote work. The team gathers in the office twice a week, fostering a vibrant, creative, and sociable atmosphere.
Join an ambitious agency in a period of rapid growth, with opportunities for personal and professional development. Work closely with directors and a supportive, humorous team that values collaboration. Contribute to a positive and inclusive culture, where innovation and passion are celebrated.
The Finance and Accounting Manager will play a pivotal role in steering financial operations and crafting strategic, data-driven initiatives to support business growth. The successful candidate will manage day-to-day financial activities while providing insightful analysis and recommendations to leadership.
Key Responsibilities
- Financial Operations Management: Oversee all accounting and financial management activities, ensuring accuracy and compliance in invoicing, payments, and reporting in collaboration with external accounting teams.
- Strategic Financial Planning: Develop and implement forward-thinking financial plans, budgets, and cash flow strategies to support long-term growth.
- Analytical Leadership: Lead profitability and margin analysis to identify growth opportunities and improve revenue optimisation.
- Management Reporting: Deliver clear and actionable financial reports and analyses to inform leadership decisions.
- Cash Flow Management: Ensure stability through effective cash flow monitoring and resource allocation.
- Accounts Receivable: Manage customer accounts, ensuring timely payment collection and strong financial health.
- Advisor to Leadership: Collaborate with the Managing Director to provide insights and strategies that align with overall business objectives.
Skills/Experience required
- Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field (CIMA, ACA, ACCA, or equivalent qualification preferred).
- Experience as a Finance and Accounting manager within a fast-paced digital or agency environment.
- Proactive problem-solver with a strategic mindset and the ability to identify growth opportunities.
- Strong financial analysis and modelling skills, with experience influencing strategic decisions.
- Ambitious and eager to take ownership of high-impact projects.
- Exceptional communication skills, capable of presenting complex financial information to diverse stakeholders.