At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive financial strategy and operational transformation for a high-growth gifting group.
- Company: Join a £30M VC-backed eCommerce group scaling internationally.
- Benefits: Significant equity upside and the chance to influence company valuation.
- Other info: Opportunity to lead AI adoption and enhance operational efficiency.
- Why this job: Partner with the Founder/CEO to shape the future of a thriving business.
- Qualifications: Qualified accountant with experience in eCommerce or retail finance.
The predicted salary is between 80000 - 100000 £ per year.
Location: Northampton, UK
Salary: Not Disclosed
Company Description: £30M revenue VC‑backed eCommerce group scaling internationally across the USA, GCC, and Europe.
Job Description: Partner directly with the Founder/CEO of a leading high‑growth gifting group to drive profitability and prepare the business for a strategic exit by 2027. You will oversee financial strategy and FP&A while leading a transformative operational mandate, focusing on overhead productivity, AI automation, and international scaling to reach a £50M+ revenue target.
Why this role is noteworthy: Act as a genuine commercial partner to the Founder and Chairman with a clear mandate to evolve the role into a CFO/COO position. Gain significant equity upside and the opportunity to materially influence the valuation and success of a strategic exit within 3 years. Lead a modern operational transformation by championing AI adoption and building out a high‑efficiency offshore support capability.
Responsibilities:
- Drive net contribution from 25% to 35% through disciplined commercial decision‑making, marketing efficiency analysis, and margin mix optimisation.
- Lead a structured audit of white‑collar overheads to reduce costs from 20% to 15% of revenue via process simplification and automation.
- Own the long‑term financial modelling and due diligence readiness to ensure a clean data room and maximum value for future shareholders.
Qualifications:
- Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) currently operating as a Finance Director or CFO within an eCommerce, DTC, or retail environment.
- Proven track record in commercial modelling and scaling international business entities while maintaining rigorous financial discipline.
- Strategic thinker with the emotional intelligence to challenge senior leadership constructively and the pragmatism to execute hands‑on operational changes.
Finance Director at MY 1ST YEARS LIMITED employer: Jack & Jill
MY 1ST YEARS LIMITED is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Northampton where innovation meets growth. As a VC-backed eCommerce group, we provide our Finance Director with unparalleled opportunities for professional development, significant equity upside, and the chance to directly influence the company's strategic direction and international expansion. Our culture fosters collaboration and forward-thinking, making it an ideal place for those looking to make a meaningful impact in a high-growth setting.
