Head of Finance (Maternity cover - 8 months)

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DeMellier is a fast-growing award-winning designer fashion brand based in London. DeMellier has been awarded twice by the British Luxury Association WALPOLE, recognising its commitment to innovation, craftsmanship and the highest standards of quality. Its handbags have become a favourite among women all over the world, including celebrities such as Beyonce, Irina Shayk, Emily Blunt, and January Jones among others.

In addition to its direct-to-consumer business, DeMellier is stocked in leading department stores such as Net-a-Porter, Selfridges, Saks Fifth Avenue and Le Bon Marche among others. Beyond creating beautiful products, DeMellier's mission is to be a force of positive influence in the fashion industry. Creating products by women for women, made with integrity while giving back to those less fortunate. For every item sold DeMellier funds vaccines and medical treatments aimed to save the life of a child in need.

Main Responsibilities

The Head of Finance is accountable for executing the financial operations of the business with the guidance of the Finance Director and the support of the finance team, this includes the following tasks:
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual management accounts with the support of the Management Accountant
• Work with management accountant to build balance sheet reconciliations for all key balances
• Ensure invoices are paid in a timely manner and ensure bank accounts have correct currency available for transactions.
• Manage expense process
• Ensure compliance with, and accurate reporting of taxes including PAYE/NIC, VAT, Corporation Tax, US/ Global Sales Taxes, Customs & Duties, in multiple territories.
• Ensure accurate stock reporting across the business on a monthly basis - which is a manual process.
• Manage with wholesale the prompt receivables collection as well as accurate and timely payment of suppliers
• Manage suppliers and contractors financial set up and ensure timely payment of invoices
• Analyse and propose most optimal insurances for the business
• Ensure systems are integrated to deliver accurate reporting
• Work with auditors for first audit, ensuring testing is completed in a timely manner
• Ensure adherence to all financial (inc. IFRS), regulatory and tax reporting requirements
• Execute financial planning and analysis, including forecasting, budgeting, and cash flow, and reporting against forecasts

Requirements

The ideal candidate will possess:

• 5+ years of experience in Finance
• Qualified Accountant with a proven track record of leading Finance and Operations function
• Detail-oriented with excellent organisational and multitasking abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Positive team player with a can-do attitude

Must have the right to work in the UK.

Benefits

• Hybrid-working policy offering flexible hours
• Time given yearly to volunteer for a charity of your choice
• Discounted Travelcard/season ticket loan with us
• Employee Discount:
• 50% off Stock
• Up to 90% off Seasonal Sample Sales