At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead financial operations and optimise systems for a fast-growing brand.
- Company: Join Gran Luchito, a passionate team on a mission for authentic Mexican food.
- Benefits: Remote work flexibility, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with a focus on innovation and efficiency.
- Why this job: Be the key to our financial health and drive impactful growth strategies.
- Qualifications: Strong finance background with a knack for tech and strategic thinking.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Key relationships: Sales Team, Marketing Team, Supply and Product Teams, External Accountants, Customer Invoicing and Finance and Accounts teams.
Location: London, UK (Remote/Hybrid)
Position Type: Full-time
Reports To: Managing Director
About Gran Luchito: At Gran Luchito, we are on a mission to become the world’s most loved Mexican Food Brand by leading the fight for authentic Mexican food. We are an entrepreneurial, fast-growing challenger brand with a passionate team. As we continue to scale both in the UK and internationally, we are looking for a sharp, commercially-minded, and tech-savvy Head of Finance to join our senior team. In this role you will hold the keys to the company’s financial health while ensuring our technology and systems scale alongside our business.
Role Purpose: As the Head of Finance, you will oversee all financial operations, commercial analysis, and IT infrastructure. You will bridge the gap between numbers and strategy, providing the leadership team with the financial insights needed to drive profitable growth. You will ensure all of our systems are robust, integrated, and optimised for an agile fast growing business. You will have a natural curiosity for new technologies and systems and continuously look for ways to optimise and streamline the business to increase efficiencies.
Key Responsibilities:
- Finance Commercial Analysis: Upgrade and lead annual budgeting, forecasting, KPI tracking, and long-term financial planning to support growth. Partner with Sales and Marketing to analyse and improve data visibility around promotional spend, retailer margins, and ROI.
- Business Planning: Build a rolling revenue forecast 18-24 months out which is continuously monitored and updated to give a live indication of our run rate.
- Cash Flow Management: Manage working capital, cash flow forecasting, and multi-currency FX risks. Maintain tight control over cash in a high growth environment. Optimise stock, supplier terms, and customer payment cycles. Provide clear, forward-looking, cash visibility and scenario planning. Ensure the business can fund growth sustainably.
- Financial Reporting: Establish “fit for purpose” financial systems and controls. Oversee the preparation of monthly management accounts, board packs, and financial statements without over-engineering.
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Head of Finance - Remote employer: Gran Luchito | B Corp
Gran Luchito is an exceptional employer that fosters a vibrant and entrepreneurial work culture, perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the food industry. With a focus on employee growth and development, we offer opportunities to engage with cross-functional teams and leverage cutting-edge technology in a remote/hybrid setting from London. Join us in our mission to revolutionise authentic Mexican food while enjoying a supportive environment that values innovation and collaboration.
