Head of Finance | High-Growth Consumer Brand | London / Hybrid
The Client
Harmonic are delighted to be partnering with a high-growth consumer brand on the search for their first in-house Head of Finance. Selling to trade and direct customers across the UK, Europe and North America, the business is a close-knit team with a warm, sociable culture.
Founder-led and growing fast, the business grew by 40% last year and will turn over around £4m this year, with a target of £5.5-6m next year and a clear ambition to reach £10m within three years. New product launches, a second brand coming shortly and a recently built senior team across operations, sales and people are all driving that growth. Finance is the next piece.
The Role
Reporting to the founders, you will bring finance fully in-house and own it end to end across UK, US and EU entities, covering reporting, budgeting and forecasting, cash, payroll, tax, intercompany and stock. Transactional bookkeeping stays with an outsourced provider, so the focus is on control, insight and building a best-in-class function that can carry the business from £4m to £10m.
Just as important is the advisory side. You will be a true sounding board to the founders and senior team on pricing, investment, growth and risk, with the confidence to challenge and the ability to make finance something the whole business values. There is a clear path to Finance Director based on performance.
Responsibilities
Act as a strategic adviser to the founders and leadership team, shaping decisions on pricing, investment, new markets and growth
Build and lead a best-in-class finance function, defining the structure, systems and people needed to scale from £4m to £10m
Own the budget, reforecasts and longer-term financial planning that underpin the growth plan
Own the group cashflow forecast, partnering with heads of department to flag risks and opportunities early
Drive commercial insight on margin and profitability by product, channel and territory, including the impact of raw material costs, currency and freight
Deliver monthly management accounts across all entities and both brands, with clear commentary the leadership team can act on
Lead the international f...
Head of Finance | High-Growth Consumer Brand | London / Hybrid employer: Harmonic Group Ltd Careers
As a Financial Controller at this fast-growing global consumer brand based in London, you will be part of a dynamic and supportive work culture that prioritises employee development and collaboration. The company offers competitive benefits, including hybrid working options, and fosters an environment where your contributions directly impact the company's continued success and expansion. With a focus on innovation and quality, this privately owned firm provides unique opportunities for professional growth within a thriving international market.
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Harmonic Group Ltd Careers Recruitment Team
