London, UK
Finance director
at Perkins&Will
Perkins & Will is seeking a finance director to join its studio in London.
We are an award-winning international design firm and industry leader in commitment to sustainable design. Our London office is established as one of the most successful design firms in the UK and Europe, delivering a wide range of professional design services including corporate interiors, strategic workplace consultancy services, new build architecture, large-scale urban design and planning development and hospitality.
Job summary
Member of the London/Dublin leadership team with full financial responsibility for the London and Dublin businesses, including Portland Design. Dual relationship to the London/Dublin managing director and to the firmwide chief financial officer. Significant interaction with the managing director, operations director, principals, project managers and corporate finance team.
Responsibilities:
- full financial responsibility for London and Dublin businesses, including Portland Design
- lead, manage, mentor and develop local finance team
- develop and execute comprehensive financial strategies aligned with the company’s goals and objectives
- provide financial insights, forecasts and recommendations to support strategic decision-making processes
- in conjunction with the legal team ensure that the regulatory and reporting requirements of all statutory bodies are met, including tax and statutory compliance and filings
- oversee the preparation and analysis of monthly financial reporting pack to US parent, including analytics
- banking, cash management and preparation of cash flow forecasts, and in conjunction with the corporate treasury manager, manage banking relationships
- financial planning including annual budgeting, monthly forecasting and analysis
- manage all payroll functions to ensure that employees are paid in a timely and accurate manner
- manage the annual audit and liaise with external auditors
- assist in the preparation of fee quotes and preparing project budgets
- manage internal controls and audit processes to mitigate financial risks
- monitor key financial metrics, identify trends and provide proactive recommendations to optimise financial performance
- promote cross-functional collaboration and communication within the finance team and other support functions
Proficiencies and competencies:
- ‘hands-on’ working style
- in-depth knowledge of industry-specific financial regulations, compliance standards, and reporting requirements
- demonstrated experience in financial planning, budgeting and forecasting
- excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
- excellent leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a high-performing team
- displays excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate financial information to non-financial professionals
- ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities
Skills and experience required:
- ACCA /ACA /CIMA qualified accountant
- minimum of 10 years’ professional accounting experience required; preferred experience in both a firm of auditors/accountants and a design firm or architectural practice
- experience of working for a global firm with a US parent preferred, and experience of working internationally in particular the Middle East
- excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office, in particular, Excel
- knowledge of Deltek Vision or other resource planning tools is preferred
- good organisational skills and ability to prioritise own workload with attention to detail
- strong technical accounting skills
- strong verbal and written skills, and strong reporting and presentation skills
Perkins & Will is an equal opportunity employer and supports talent from diverse backgrounds that bring experiences, viewpoints and solutions that best serve our clients, and community and enrich our work environment.
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perkinswill.com/studio/london/