1. A number one finance lead
2. First strategic finance hire for a pre revenue business
About Our Client
Founder led, our client is developing a niche and unique consumer experience in luxury and wellness hospitality. A pre revenue business with huge growth potential and exciting trajectory.
Job Description
The Finance Director will play a pivotal role in planning, executing, and controlling the financial activities of key organisational projects. This position requires strong financial modelling, budgeting, and analytical skills to assess project feasibility, ensure financial compliance, and monitor ongoing financial performance once projects become active. * Conduct comprehensive feasibility studies and prepare financial due diligence reports.* Support leadership in business case development, risk assess* Prepare project budgets, cash-flow forecasts, and funding requirements.* Establish financial KPIs and project milestones with clear measurement metrics.* Monitor variances and recommend corrective actions to ensure alignment with approved budgets.* Work with procurement, contracts, and operations to ensure accurate costing and allocation.* Oversee financial operations of active projects, ensuring adherence to budgets, timelines, and compliance standards. * Track and report project expenditures, revenue recognition, and cost-control measures.* Implement robust financial controls to mitigate risks and prevent cost overruns.* Conduct periodic performance reviews and provide management with variance analyses and action plans. * Prepare regular project finance reports for senior management, investors, and stakeholders.* Ensure compliance with internal controls, audit requirements, and regulatory guidelines. * Liaise with internal stakeholders including operations, engineering, procurement, and executive teams.* Coordinate with banks and financial institutions for funding, guarantees, and project-related financial transactions.* Support investor relations by providing financial insights and project status update
The Successful Applicant
The ideal candidate will demonstrate previous experience in a start-up/sale-up environment where the day to day can be ambiguous. This role will collaborate with cross functional teams to support strategic decision-making and maintain robust financial governance throughout the project life cycle.The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5-8 years of experience in project finance, corporate finance, or financial planning & analysis. You will have strong proficiency in financial modelling, Excel, and ERP systems as well as solid understanding of project costing, capital projects, and financial control frameworks. Excellent analytical, communication, and presentation skills are required. You will be comfortable handling multiple projects in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail.It would be highly advantageous to have a background in either real estate development, multisite luxury hospitality. This role will be the first finance hire in this business, meaning a "hands on" candidate is essential.
What's on Offer
Salary up to £120K Base + BonusThis role will be largely office based in London with some international travel