THE SEARCH:
Altus Partners have been retained by a market leading PE Backed Retail brand to secure a proven and progressive Group Financial Controller as they look to expand their finance leadership infrastructure. This is a key strategic expansion hire, reporting directly to the CFO offering full ownership and autonomy to lead, develop and enhance the Group Controls function. The group currently sits at revenues of circa £400m with a positive EBITDA and this position will be based at the companies HQ in Maidstone, Kent. The Group Financial Controller will be pivotal to the business executing its value creation plan and working towards an exit within the next 2-3 years. They are looking for someone with a strong track record of Controllership and leading teams within a fast paced/high growth environment. This position is likely to evolve into a Finance Director remit based on the growth plans and trajectory of the business. THE ROLE:
This opportunity offers a very broad and interesting remit, including full ownership of Group Financial Controls, Tax and Treasury. The Group Financial Controller will also fill in as ‘Acting CFO’ within the business, during the CFO’s absence and where required. You will be a visible leader within the Maidstone, Kent HQ. Key responsibilities: Reporting directly into the CFO, you will provide key financial reporting information and related insights, driving the ongoing growth of the business. You will have 4 direct reports (a total of 22 team members), delivering ongoing support, mentoring and development to your leadership infrastructure. Your remit will include the leadership and development of specific Payables, Receivables, Financial/Management Accounting, Tax and Treasury Teams. Ongoing assessment, development and improvement of internal controls and processes. Lead the month end process and consolidation of all group entities. Overseeing and leading the Statutory Accounting and Year End process of all entities. Develop and implement processes to further enhance reporting cycles and management accounts. Cash Flow management and maintaining strong relationships with the Banks. Ongoing utilisation and development of the accounting ERP system, driving and delivering on the efficiency of internal processes. Ensure completion of both Direct and Indirect Tax requirements and deadlines. The opportunity for this position to eventually evolve into a more strategic Finance Director level mandate in time. THE REQUIREMENTS:
Relevant Group Financial Controller experience within a larger cap (circa £200m plus)/fast paced business environment. A track record of leading on finance transformation initiatives and the development of internal controls and processes. Strong leadership capability, with a track record of developing and up-skilling of team members. Hybrid working and flexibility is available, but you will be a visible leader on-site circa 3 days per week at Maidstone HQ.
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Altus Partners have been retained by a market leading PE Backed Retail brand to secure a proven and progressive Group Financial Controller as they look to expand their finance leadership infrastructure. This is a key strategic expansion hire, reporting directly to the CFO offering full ownership and autonomy to lead, develop and enhance the Group Controls function. The group currently sits at revenues of circa £400m with a positive EBITDA and this position will be based at the companies HQ in Maidstone, Kent. The Group Financial Controller will be pivotal to the business executing its value creation plan and working towards an exit within the next 2-3 years. They are looking for someone with a strong track record of Controllership and leading teams within a fast paced/high growth environment. This position is likely to evolve into a Finance Director remit based on the growth plans and trajectory of the business. THE ROLE:
This opportunity offers a very broad and interesting remit, including full ownership of Group Financial Controls, Tax and Treasury. The Group Financial Controller will also fill in as ‘Acting CFO’ within the business, during the CFO’s absence and where required. You will be a visible leader within the Maidstone, Kent HQ. Key responsibilities: Reporting directly into the CFO, you will provide key financial reporting information and related insights, driving the ongoing growth of the business. You will have 4 direct reports (a total of 22 team members), delivering ongoing support, mentoring and development to your leadership infrastructure. Your remit will include the leadership and development of specific Payables, Receivables, Financial/Management Accounting, Tax and Treasury Teams. Ongoing assessment, development and improvement of internal controls and processes. Lead the month end process and consolidation of all group entities. Overseeing and leading the Statutory Accounting and Year End process of all entities. Develop and implement processes to further enhance reporting cycles and management accounts. Cash Flow management and maintaining strong relationships with the Banks. Ongoing utilisation and development of the accounting ERP system, driving and delivering on the efficiency of internal processes. Ensure completion of both Direct and Indirect Tax requirements and deadlines. The opportunity for this position to eventually evolve into a more strategic Finance Director level mandate in time. THE REQUIREMENTS:
Relevant Group Financial Controller experience within a larger cap (circa £200m plus)/fast paced business environment. A track record of leading on finance transformation initiatives and the development of internal controls and processes. Strong leadership capability, with a track record of developing and up-skilling of team members. Hybrid working and flexibility is available, but you will be a visible leader on-site circa 3 days per week at Maidstone HQ.
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