Chinti & Parker is a British luxury knitwear brand with a reputation for exceptional quality and considered design. As the business continues to grow across retail and e-commerce, we are seeking a commercially astute Financial Director to take full ownership of the finance function and play a central role in shaping the company's future.
Role Description
* Manage and maintain the assets of the company
* Prepare monthly and annual financial forecasts, reporting actuals and identifying trends
* Cashflow management and planning
* Establish financial reporting systems ensuring full regulatory and legislative compliance
* Prepare budgets and financial plans incorporating appropriate market research
* Drive rigorous cost management, identifying and implementing savings at the earliest opportunity
* Implement robust processes to eliminate errors and omissions across all data and reporting
* Report to the Managing Director in a timely and accurate manner
* Support the Chairman in presenting financial reports to stakeholders and the board
* Lead the finance team, comprising a Finance Controller and Finance Assistant, both full-time
* Oversee contract negotiation and payroll management
* Identify and propose improvements across the finance function
Qualifications
* ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified — essential
* A degree in finance, business, economics or a related discipline is desirable
* Demonstrable experience within a retail or e-commerce environment
* A proven leader with strong organisational and interpersonal skills and a high attention to detail
* An excellent communicator, both written and verbal
* A person of integrity, with sound judgement and a rigorous analytical mind
* Highly computer literate
What we offer
* A Central London base within a close-knit, talented team
* Genuine ownership of the finance function from day one
* A competitive salary, negotiable depending on experience
* The opportunity to shape the financial future of a respected British fashion brand
* An outstanding platform for a first Financial Director appointment
* Office hours 09:00 to 18:00
How to apply
To apply, please send your CV and covering letter to