We’re a fast-moving, global technology group that specialises in taking brands direct to consumers. We’re home to a portfolio of leading brands and sites including Myprotein, ESPA, LOOKFANTASTIC, and Cult Beauty, all of which are powered by our fully integrated digital commerce ecosystem, THG Ingenuity.
We handle everything in-house, including technology, content creation, e-commerce, marketing, manufacturing, new product development, and logistics. This comprehensive approach ensures we can fully realise our vision and maintain our leadership in a rapidly evolving global industry.
About Finance at THG
Finance at THG is a rapidly growing and evolving team, covering all areas of finance from central functions such as accounts receivable and payable, treasury, tax and internal audit, to specific commercial teams for each of our divisions; Beauty, Tech, Consumer, Health and Brands. As the business expands and takes on new challenges in the form of acquired businesses or new ventures, finance is there to support every step of the way, leading to dynamic and challenging roles – no two days are the same! Common characteristics among our team are the ability to drive change, adaptability and resourcefulness, to ensure we can keep pace with the business, without compromising on financial control or sales performance.
About the Role
The Group is a listed business with increasing corporate governance and accounting requirements worldwide. You will be reporting into the Group Finance Director and support across our financial reporting and Group finance function.
You will join our Group Finance team. A truly dynamic role, which will engage with finance leads across all areas, with several direct reports. We aspire to be the best in class in our controls, processes and procedures and you will help shape those as part of this role.
Sitting at a Group level, you will see all divisions of the business and work closely with our commercial teams, you will therefore be someone who is personable and keen to build strong relationships and networks across the business. You will have strong project management skills driving high quality deliverables on time.
Responsibilities:
* Responsible for the day to day management of the team and issue resolution.
* Reporting to the Group Finance Director on key issues.
* Lead on technical accounting matters, including the preparation and review of accounting papers.
* Support in the preparation of Board and Audit Committee reporting.
* Be a critical contact for PLC and overseas auditors.
* Critical review of consolidated and subsidiary financial statements.
* Review and challenge financial information from divisional teams.
* To lead on adhoc projects, bringing multiple teams together to achieve success.
* Lead on Corporate Reforms, working closely with Internal Audit and Risk to enhance the control environment.
* Build strong networks across the business at a senior level.
Requirements:
* Qualified Accountant with at least 5+ years post qualified experience. Ideal role however for first time mover from practice.
* Understanding the principles of accounting and auditing, demonstrating a keen eye for detail and strong IFRS technical accounting experience.
* Experience of working with large corporate and/or listed businesses preferred.
* Strong communication skills as this will involve dealing with a wide range of stakeholders across the business.
* An individual who is keen to build strong networks.
* Understanding of financial controls framework, and process best practice.
* Experience working within a fast-paced environment.
* Planning and organisational skills with proven ability to meet deadlines is essential.
* A confident mindset, comfortable in dealing with a wide range of key stakeholders.
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THG is committed to creating a diverse & inclusive environment and hence welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
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