Process Improvement

• Identify and implement improvements in finance systems and processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Document finance procedures and support internal compliance.
• Map finance processes end to end, with the time and cost attached to each, and build the business case for removing manual work — measured by the effort and cost taken out.
• Own the finance automation roadmap, working with our technology team to apply AI and automation to reconciliations, statements, payment instructions, recharges and reporting.

Team Management

• Manage and coordinate the offshore finance team, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of transactional finance tasks (e.g. AP/AR, reconciliations).
• Act as the primary day-to-day contact for the offshore team, reviewing outputs and providing guidance as needed.
• Ensure communication and alignment between the offshore team and internal finance processes.

Transactional Finance Oversight

• Oversee accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely invoicing, payment runs, and debtor management.
• Manage bank reconciliations, cash flow forecasting, and weekly cash monitoring.
• Support in preparation of VAT returns and other statutory filings.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Support the CFO in preparing annual budgets, quarterly reforecasts and five-year plans.
• Lead the tracking of actuals vs budget and preparing variance analysis, aligning with business unit heads and delivering insight driven departmental reports.

Systems and Tools

• Work closely with internal stakeholders to own the integration between our finance systems and the wider business tools (e.g., CRM, project management software).
• Support the CFO in building reports and analysing data using Excel and internal platforms.

General Capabilities

• Continuous improvement – Proactively identify improvements and drive the implementation of standard processes within the UnderTheDoormat Group Team.
• Commercial data excellence – Understand our data deeply, use it to help deliver increased revenue and EBITDA for the business and be able to report on trends and related solutions. You will own the quality of data in our systems for your area.
• Personal development – Participate in any personal development and training that is identified to help you carry out your role more effectively, as well as delivering any team training within your areas of expertise as and when required.
• Values and Behaviours – Uphold, safeguard and promote our values and behaviours at all times.
• Policies and procedures – Have good working knowledge of our policies and procedures and ensure yourself and your team work within them at all times.
• Legal and regulatory – Maintain records in line with current legislation, in particular GDPR, AML and Health and Safety.

What We Are Looking For

In our rapidly scaling business, you will have the freedom to innovate and drive future expansion – it will be critical that you are able to drive results, seek improvements in the way we work and build a culture of ownership within your team. Applicants should be adaptable, flexible and proactive in developing their own skills and capabilities.

You should love the idea of supporting and growing the team while also delivering key projects for the business. As a scale-up business you will also have growth targets to deliver and cost metrics to achieve. You will have a key role to play as a team member in helping us ensure all our customers have a positive and seamless experience.

Specifically;

• Part-qualified ACA / ACCA / CIMA, or qualified AAT with relevant experience.
• Experience working in an SME or multi-entity business environment is desirable.
• Prior experience managing or coordinating with offshore or outsourced finance teams is a strong plus.
• Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, basic modelling).
• Experience with Xero, NetSuite, or similar cloud-based accounting systems.
• Exposure to international operations or multi-currency environments.
• Interest in technology and improving finance through systems and automation.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• Good communicator, comfortable working with remote teams and stakeholders.
• Proactive, hands-on, and open to working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Someone who thrives under pressure and with constantly changing dynamics
• A people person who thrives on working with others and loves building personal connections that drive growth
• Someone who is organised and detail orientated
• Someone who has strong written, verbal and interpersonal skills who's energetic and focused
• Someone who has a strong desire to expand and acquire new skills

What We Offer

• Enterprise Management Incentive (EMI) tax-advantaged share option scheme
• Bonus scheme
• Flexible and remote working options (including sabbaticals)
• 25 days holiday plus the flexibility to buy or sell 5 days
• Free gym membership at our London office
• Medicash healthcare cash back plan
• An exciting and fast-paced environment with lots of development and growth opportunities
• Friendly team and regular socials together
• Support from a mentor on how to grow your future career
• Informal ongoing development and training on key business skills
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Discounts for you and your family and friends on our properties
• Rewards for introducing new customers and team members

Our business is growing and we want you to as well. If you’re interested in playing a key role in our team, please get in touch at team@underthedoormat.com.