At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the UK finance function and ensure compliance with UK and US financial standards.
- Company: Join VSL, a top distributor in the vaping industry, now part of RLX Technology Group.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career growth, and the chance to shape finance strategies.
- Other info: Work in a fast-paced environment with opportunities for professional development.
- Why this job: Be a key player in a dynamic company during an exciting integration phase.
- Qualifications: Qualified accountant with extensive finance leadership experience in FMCG.
The predicted salary is between 90000 - 110000 £ per year.
Posted by RELX on behalf of Vape Supplier Limited (VSL). The employer and contracting entity is VSL.
About VSL: Vape Supplier Limited is a leading distributor and wholesaler of e-cigarettes, novel tobacco products, and fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) in the UK. The company primarily serves independent vape shops, major supermarket chains, convenience stores, and the C-store sector across the UK. VSL is recently acquired by RLX Technology Group, a US-listed multinational.
The role: You will own the UK finance function end-to-end and act as the bridge between VSL and group headquarters — combining hands-on UK compliance with US GAAP group reporting and SOX-ready controls during an active integration period.
Job Responsibility:
- Lead monthly/quarterly/year-end close for the UK entity; deliver statutory accounts under UK GAAP (Companies House filing).
- Prepare the monthly UK GAAP to US GAAP conversion pack; support the group's quarterly reviews and year-end audit as a US-listed company.
- Build and maintain internal controls to SOX standard; manage external and internal audit.
- Own inventory costing, logistics cost control and receivables risk; improve working capital.
- Manage UK taxes (VAT, corporation tax, import duty/excise), FX and cash flow; liaise with external tax advisers.
- Partner the UK leadership team on commercial decisions — pricing, margin and channel-cost analysis, contract risk.
- Lead and develop the local finance team; drive ERP and process standardisation and automation.
Job Requirements:
- Bachelor degree or above with Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent).
- 10+ years in finance, with 3-5 years in a senior finance leadership role (FD / Head of Finance).
- FMCG / consumer / trade & distribution background is essential, with strong supply-chain and inventory exposure.
- UK tax and statutory reporting expertise; hands-on with mainstream ERP systems.
- Experience in a multinational or US-listed subsidiary (US GAAP / SOX) is strongly preferred.
- Clear, logical communicator comfortable across cultures and time zones, and with the pace of post-acquisition integration.
Financial Director in Birmingham employer: RELX International
RELX International is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic work culture in Birmingham, UK, where innovation and collaboration thrive. Employees benefit from comprehensive growth opportunities, including professional development and exposure to cutting-edge financial digitalization projects. With a commitment to SOX compliance and IT controls, the company offers a meaningful role that empowers individuals to make a significant impact within a global team.
