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Our client is one of the fastest growing start-ups in the UK. They are the antithesis of a sleepy traditional SME with a 'do what we’ve always done’ ethos… you’re joining a modern, highly scalable, forward-thinking tech-led group operating globally (successfully trading in the UK, Europe, Australia, and North America).
They are a sophisticated, fast paced, and agile disruptor where change, investment, expansion, and continuous improvement is the absolute norm. The business has an enviable network of Partners and blue-chip customers in iGaming, Sports and Brands including the NHL Flutter Group, News Corp, WTA, BBC, Yolo Group and many more.
They are seeking a forward thinking and collaborative finance professional. They are on an exciting transformational journey and as the FC/HoF (Maternity Cover) you will thrive in a fast-paced, values driven environment, combining your financial expertise to support their mission.
They are seeking someone who enjoys a start-up atmosphere with a flat management structure and meritocratic working conditions, and who feels invested in growing the business and seeking excellence from those around them.
Duties
- Prepare and review Group monthly financial reports across various currencies, alongside balance sheet reconciliations, financial analysis against budget and accurate KPI’s.
- Present timely monthly financial results to Senior Leadership Team, and compile further financial materials for the Board and Investor groups.
- Manage all Monthly, Statutory, Regulatory and cashflow management requirements including liaising with external accountants and R&D consultants.
- Prepare & monitor all ongoing provisions monthly, including , financial instruments, investment covenants, impairment review, Headcount accrual/BIK, and Share Based Payment reserves.
- Lead budget and forecast processing by maintaining financial models and standard templates supporting planning processes, ensuring quality, accuracy, and analytical reviews. Paying particular attention to headcount & overhead forecasting.
- Preparation and maintenance of payroll forecasts and review of overheads budget and forecasts.
- Support the COO with regular cash flow forecasts and any adhoc tasks as required.
- Oversee the review of the debtors ledger to drive efficient cash collection.
- Ensure quality control over all financial transactions and reporting.
- Manage and comply with international tax reporting requirements and tax filings with US based accountants for annual company and State tax returns.
Requirements
- 5+ years of PQE, and proven experience as a head of finance/financial controller or similar relevant role.
- Qualified certification at ACA, CIMA, ACCA,, and strong technical accounting knowledge covering IFRS
- Excellent Excel skills including nested formulas, vlookups, pivot tables & sumifs
- Experience implementing and improving finance systems and processes in-house
- Detail oriented and organised, with the ability to manage multiple deliverables and competing priorities
- High growth, iGaming and or SaaS experience considered favourably
- Strong analytical and organisational abilities, with a proven ability to manage competing priorities, with a proactive and solutions-oriented mindset.
- Commercially minded with genuine interest to be involved in a rapidly scaling technology-led company
Job Type: Full-time, remote working environment
Benefits:
- Company pension
- WFH benefit
- Private medical Insurance
- Gym membership contribution
- Company events
- Employee Options grants
