THG is a fast-moving, global technology business that specialises in taking brands direct to consumers. Our world-class proprietary tech and infrastructure powers our extensive portfolio of beauty, nutrition and lifestyle brands and is now helping drive exponential growth of our clients' brands globally.
We're powered by a global team of over 7,000 ambitious people around the world. Our culture is fast-paced and entrepreneurial, it's this DNA that has supported our incredible growth.
We're always looking for individuals that can bring fresh and innovative thinking to THG, and play a part in driving the group forward on its exciting journey. So, if you're ready to take the next big step in your career, challenge yourself every day and evolve with the world around you, THG is ready for you.
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 â 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 Financial Reporting 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 area, with a several of 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:
* Investigate and present a conclusion on technical matters, including one off queries, papers for the audit process and accounting papers throughout the year,
* Be the point of contact for advisors and auditors as required,
* Support the wider Group Financial reporting team on the delivery of the THG Group audit, interim and other reporting requirements,
* Opportunity to get involved with one off projects and drive large scale transactions on an ad hoc basis (such as corporate simplification projects),
* Bring ideas to the table of how we can transform and improve processes, controls and frameworks in a high growth, dynamic environment,
* Constantly challenge the status quo on how we can ways of working, systems and controls across the Group,
* Build strong networks across the business, regularly liaising with the divisional teams, legal teams and company secretarial team to obtain information and project manage fulfilment of audit responsibilities,
* Review of statutory information provided by divisional teams,
* Report to the Group Finance Director and Group FP&A Director regularly on key issues.
Requirements:
* Qualified Accountant â Newly qualified (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) â ideal for a first time mover from practice
* Qualified Accountant with 3+ years post qualified experience
* Understanding the principles of accounting and auditing, demonstrating a keen eye for detail
* 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,
* A confident mindset, comfortable in dealing with a wide range of key stakeholders.
Benefits:
* Competitive salary
* Onsite Doctor
* Employee discounts
* Gym Discounts
* Company bonus scheme
* Company pension scheme
THG is proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. If you are invited to interview, please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments we can make to the recruitment process that will enable you to perform to the best of your ability.
Because of the high volumes of applications our opportunities attract, it sometimes takes us time to review and consider them all. We endeavour to respond to every application we receive within 14 days. If you haven't heard from us within that time frame or should you have any specific questions about this or other applications for positions at THG please contact one of our Talent team to discuss further.
THG is committed to creating a diverse & inclusive environment and hence welcomes applications from all sections of the community.