Finance Director

Description:

Finance Director - Fashion Brand - London
Full Time / Permanent
Fashion Experience Essential
A leading young fashion brand is searching for an experienced Finance Director to join the team of high-performing professionals and to keep finances positioned for continued success. As Finance Director, you will play a pivotal role in the company’s operations, driving the financial planning and strategic decision-making process by providing crucial insights and analyses that support the company’s business expansion efforts. A fantastic time to join this expanding brand!
Key Responsibilities
Finance Director
* Financial planning and forecasting, including annual budgeting and long-range strategic planning. Collaborate with department heads to ensure accurate and achievable financial forecasts in a cost effective and efficient manner.
* Analyze KPI’s and financial metrics to provide comprehensive business insights for decision making on pricing, profitability, and growth strategies, detect trends and proactively address risks and opportunities in a changing environment.
* Produce accurate and timely financial reports, including financial statements, monthly management reports, cash flow projections and KPIs.
* Lead and develop a high-performing, proactive finance team, providing guidance, coaching, and fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration.
* Oversee financial control systems, policies, and procedures for compliance with all regulatory entities.
* Develop and implement best practices and tools to ensure a well-controlled yet flexible organization that has strong fiscal management, project coordination, cross team communication and workflows.
* Manage and optimize working capital and treasury, including cash flow. Develop effective treasury management strategies while monitoring and mitigating financial risks.
* Review and monitoring of tax position, calculations, and filings.
* Cultivate strong relationships with all stakeholders, including shareholders, investors, and lenders. Engage with shareholders and investors, providing regular updates on financial performance and opportunities/risks.
Qualifications/Skills
* ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified or a Master’s degree (or equivalent experience) in accounting, business accounting, finance, or business administration.
* 5 or more years as either a CFO/FD (experience in either the fashion industry or in ecommerce is preferred).
* Demonstrable track record overseeing accounting and financial planning and analysis functions.
* Understanding of advanced accounting, regulatory issues, and tax planning.
* Experience leading turnarounds and making strategic choices.
* Strong operational acumen with a deep understanding of supply chain management, logistics, and inventory control.
* Strong analytical skills.
* Excellent leadership skills, with steadfast resolve and personal integrity.
* Exceptional verbal and written communication skills