Finance Manager - Fixed Term Contract

Job Description

Finance Manager (Accounting) – Contractor FTC
Shaping tomorrow, today.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-growth and successful next generation technology consultancy firm, which was recently ranked #2 in the Sunday Times Virgin Atlantic Fast Track 100.

Who we are:

Kubrick exists to solve the global digital skills emergency, which is holding back organisations and people from harnessing the power of leading technology to evolve and transform. We are experts in unleashing the potential in humans and technology, shaping the workforce of tomorrow with the skills and talent needed today. We do this by growing and developing diverse groups of junior professionals with enthusiasm and potential into technology experts.

We are a multi-award-winning business that has been named the Market Disruptor of the Year and the Growing Business of the Year: Mid-Sized Company at the 2021 Growing Business Awards. Kubrick is recognised as the fastest-growing consultancy in Europe - and we also launched our branch in the US just last year. Our unique business model has disrupted the traditional consulting model, resulting in extensive annual growth for 5 years. 

In November 2021 we completed our first corporate transaction, being an investment partnership with leading mid-market private equity firm Bowmark Capital and we have recently expanded into the USA.

The Role:

To support the growth and development of the business we are looking to recruit a Finance Manager (Accounting) for 6 months to support the Financial Controller in developing first-class reporting and delivering an efficient audit and Financial Statements process whilst we recruit for the permanent position.  

On offer is an opportunity to work as part of a dynamic team in a young and exciting business with a competitive package at one of the fastest growing companies in the country. Whilst this is advertised as a full-time role, we would be happy to discuss flexible working arrangements for those balancing other commitments.

Responsibilities:

Financial reporting

• Review of the monthly close and balance sheet reconciliation process
• Supporting the business in accounting within its new US subsidiary, including sales tax and payroll compliance
• Continuous improvement of the month end process

Driving technical excellence throughout the department

• Being the go-to person on technical accounting issues such as group consolidation, accounting for financial instruments, share-based payments, capital projects and acquisition accounting and leading on key papers for the auditors
• Establishing accounting policies and documentation relating to new and existing business activities

Financial processes and internal controls

• Supporting in the design and implementation of new processes and controls around the soon to be adopted Accounting and CRM systems
• Responsible for continuous improvement of the internal control environment as the business changes and scales
• Working with external advisors
• Working with UK and US tax advisors
• Working with other external advisors and auditors

Key internal relationships

• Lead the Accounting team (2 direct reports) through the month end process
• Close collaboration with the FP&A function to support the budgeting and reforecasting process and the monthly department reporting
• Working closely with the operational Finance teams where necessary on areas such as accrued and deferred revenue
• Regular exposure to Finance Leadership team, including CFO, HoF and the Financial Controller, who will be the role’s direct line manager
• Ad-hoc reporting for board reporting and management

Personal Specification:

• Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) with 3-5 years’ post-qualification experience, ideally in a medium sized organisation (c1000-1500 employees) or in a private equity backed business.
• Knowledge of Salesforce would be beneficial but is not a requirement
• Previous line management experience and strong technical knowledge within excel (including Power Query) are nice-to-haves but not essential and can be learned on the job.

What Kubrick offers:

• A highly competitive package and a friendly and collaborative working environment
• We are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements including compressed hours and 4 day week working patterns. Please do note that we will require some office working from our London office
• Perkbox discounts and Wellness Hub with confidential well-being and mental health support
• Cycle to work scheme
• Central London office space by Mansion House (EC4V)
• Exposure to senior stakeholders of the business, helping influence future decisions based on the analysis you perform.
• A collaborative, supportive working environment – We are a team (and a company) that loves what we do and supports, as well as challenges, each other!

Job Type: Fixed term contract – 6 months – hybrid working.

Salary: pro-rated annual salary of £70,000-£80,000 depending on experience

Our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI):

At Kubrick, we not only strive to bridge the skills-gap in data and technology, but we are also committed to playing a key role in improving diversity in the industry. To that effect, we welcome candidates from all backgrounds, and particularly encourage applications from groups currently underrepresented in the industry, including women, people from black and ethnic minority backgrounds, LGBTQ+ people, people with disability and those who are neurodivergent.

We know that potential applicants are sometimes put off if they don’t meet 100% of the requirements. We think individual experience, skills and passion make all the difference, so if you meet a good proportion of the criteria, we’d love to hear from you.

We are committed to ensuring that all candidates have an equally positive experience, and equal chances for success regardless of any personal characteristics. Please speak to us if we can support you with any adjustments to our recruitment process.