About this role
Harper May is partnering with a fast-growing, Rights Management business. A Head of Finance is being appointed to take full ownership of the finance function and act as a genuine commercial partner to the founder.
The Role Reporting to the CEO, the Head of Finance will own the finance function end to end across a small, multi-entity, international group. This is a broad, hands-on role for someone who wants to run the numbers and shape how the business manages its money, from day-to-day control and compliance through to the commercial decisions that protect and grow margin.
Key Responsibilities
Own the finance function end to end across multiple international entitiesRun the monthly close, management accounts and cash flow forecastingOwn group-wide compliance, including VAT and the marketplace/indirect tax position across territoriesManage royalty income and payouts, reconciling platform and marketplace statements accuratelyControl advertising and catalogue spend, and report on return by title and channelPut idle cash to work and manage treasury across currenciesPartner with the CEO on pricing, catalogue acquisitions and commercial decisionsBuild the reporting, controls and processes a growing international business needs What we are looking for
Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA), or qualified by experience with a strong track recordExperience owning finance in a small or fast-growing international business, comfortable being hands-onMulti-entity and multi-currency experience, with a solid grasp of VAT and cross-border complianceCommercially minded, with the confidence to challenge and improve how money is managedComfortable in a multilingual, international environment; a second European language (Italian, Spanish or French) is important for this roleExposure to digital marketplaces, royalties, publishing or e-commerce is an advantageCity of London based