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Perfumer H
Financial controller
£60,000 - £80,000 a year
Posted: 9 October
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JOB DESCRIPTION

Financial Controller

Location:
Head office, London W1

Reports to:
CEO, London

ROLE OVERVIEW

Playing a pivotal role in a rapidly growing international fragrance brand, the financial controller will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the finance function.

ROLE DESCRIPTION

Month End Processes and Management Reports

* Produce consolidated monthly management accounts (UK, French and Japan companies) ensuring inter company transactions are correctly reflected.
* Produce accounts in 15 working days but aim to reduce days to 10 days over time.
* Introduce a month end timetable to include the reconciliation and closing of subledger accounts (debtors, creditors, cash, stock) and reconciliation to Trial Balance.
* Produce list of accruals and prepayments.
* Produce annual budget and quarterly forecasts.
* Produce monthly payroll files for UK and FR companies.

Cashflow Management

* Produce 13 week rolling cashflow forecast (per subsidiary), monitoring cash movement and keeping senior management informed of potential issues.
* Secure an invoice discounting facility, liaising with lender and ensuring full compliance of lender terms.

Gross Margin Analysis

* Produce P&L for in-house manufacturing centre
* Fully cost internally manufactured SKUs including direct and indirect cost elements.
* Analysis gross margin and profitability by product and channel

Taxes and Financial Control

* Produce UK tax returns to deadline and make required payments.
* Ensure PAYE and Pension contributions are paid within government deadlines.
* Liaise with external accountants for production of tax returns, and statutory accounts, in relevant countries.
* Establish and maintain financial policies and procedures for the company.
* Create authorisation matrix and introduce to team members.
* Understand and adhere to financial regulations and legislation, in the UK and Internationally.

Systems Implementation

* Partner with Operations manager to source, and implement, an appropriate inventory management system.

Team Management

* Manage, and mentor, bookkeeper in performing their role.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

* Part qualified, or qualified by experience, accountant.
* At least 3 years of experience in a senior finance role in an SME environment.
* French language is advantageous.
* Experience of selling to direct, and wholesale, customers.
* Experience of intercompany and consolidation of companies based in multiple countries.
* Experience of manufacturing accounting would be an advantage.
* Excellent, and advanced, Excel skills and technology savvy.
* Experienced manager with an ability to grow a team.
* Experience in FR Tax is a benefit.
* Ability to troubleshoot and respond to problems and non-routine events.
* Proven track record in managing changes while still meeting deadlines.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Effective organization and planning skills.
* Meticulous attention to detail, dependability, ability to work independently.
* Able to work in a fast-paced environment and take ownership of projects.
* Role is based in London W1U, remote working will be considered.

These requirements are a guide and do not preclude applications from candidates with more or less experience, provided the requisite skills can be demonstrated.

ABOUT PERFUMER H

Perfumer H is the creative vision of British Perfumer maker, Lyn Harris who gives uncompromising insight to her craft through the creation of beautiful, unconventional fragrances. FT HTSI wrote that Lyn has "captured the world in a bottle". We strive to inspire our customers through unique olfactory landscapes, whilst redefining the notion of what a luxury brand encompasses.

We have three standalone stores in London, a concession in Liberty, a standalone store in Paris, a concession in Le Bon Marché; plus stores in Taiwan, Hong Kong and soon in Shanghai and Seoul; as well as 150+ wholesale accounts represented in territories all over the world.

Perfumer H is an equal opportunity employer. The company will not unlawfully discriminate on grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability or age, pregnancy or trade union membership.

Please let us know, if you require reasonable adjustments at any point during the application and/or recruitment process.

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