Finance Manager

Why Collctiv? 

A chance to step up

Feel under-utilised? Like you could be doing more, making more of a mark, a real difference? Here’s the chance to join a fast-growth, scale-up team where literally anything is possible and can/will happen on a daily basis!

Big visibility

As a close-knit and focused team your contribution is a big % of the whole. You will be a figurehead in your area of expertise with total transparency and accountability. Everything that happens is supported, recognised, celebrated and learnt from.

Experiment and learn

Any idea can be a good idea and we want input from all areas of the business. We are committed to a culture of creativity supported by robust scientific processes to ensure all ideas can be tested, measured, analysed and learnt from. 

Be genuinely part of it

We know what we want to achieve and the scale of the impact that we want to make. When you join the business, you receive equity options regardless of whatever job you do, because whatever that job is, it will be contributing to Collctiv and we believe that should be recognised. Work at any time that you operate best at, with unlimited holidays to allow you to be all of the other versions of you that you have to be! 

Job Description

The Finance Manager is a crucial role within Collctiv, responsible for overseeing day-to-day financial operations and providing accurate and timely financial information to support business decisions. This position requires a highly organised and detail-oriented individual with strong accounting skills and a solid understanding of financial principles.

Type of Person

• Must be happy working in a start-up environment with an ‘all hands on deck’ approach - able to adapt to changing priorities;
• Open and honest communication skills;
• Commitment to simplicity in design, work, and relationships;
• Understanding of the importance of putting our customers at the centre of everything we do and build;
• Experimental and innovative mindset - comfortable with change and happy to challenge the status quo;
• Collaborative working style - desire to be part of a team and an understanding that all team members have something important to bring to the table
• Bonus points for being an ‘organiser’ personality type i.e. our customer.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting and Analysis:
  
  • Prepare and analyse monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports; 
  • Provide accurate and timely financial information to management;  
  • Perform variance analysis and identify trends;
  • Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts.
• Accounting and Compliance:
  
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting standards (e.g., IFRS, UK GAAP) and regulatory requirements;
  • Manage accounts payable and receivable;
  • Oversee the general ledger and ensure accurate record-keeping;
  • Assist with audits and tax filings.
• Budgeting and Forecasting:
  
  • Assist in the development and monitoring of budgets;
  • Prepare and analyse financial forecasts;
  • Monitor and report on budget variances.
• Financial Control:
  
  • Implement and maintain strong internal controls;
  • Ensure accurate and timely processing of financial transactions;
  • Manage cashflow.
• Team Support:
  
  • Assist with process improvement;
  • Liaise with external accountants/auditors.

Skills - Essential

In virtually every role we recruit for this section is deliberately blank - we want awesome people. Full stop. However in this instance, because of the nature of the role, you need to be CIMA or ACCA qualified. Everything else is a talking point, but this is a necessity I’m afraid! 

Skills - Desirable

• Proven experience in a finance role, preferably in a similar position;
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial regulations;
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems;
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to work to deadlines;
• Strong excel skills.

Location & hours 

Collctiv implements a mixed work from home / office approach. This role is predominantly based at home, with 1 or 2 days per week spent in the Stockport office.

We are more than happy to consider reduced hours, but we do need you to be working those hours across 4 days per week. We are flexible on working hours - work when you work best, and when works best for you. We will provide you with any equipment you may need to do your job from home. 

We also have an unlimited holiday policy, so you can take the time you need to do your thing outside of work.

Salary 

Up to £55,000 + unlimited holidays + options scheme

Apply because you absolutely want to…

• Have freedom and autonomy in your role
• Be part of building something new
• Work with a bunch of really good people who actually enjoy their job
• Be part of a culture that values simplicity and transparency
• Get rid of the Sunday night blues and be excited about the week ahead of you
• Learn new skills in a whole bunch of different areas
• Have the chance to forge the career you’ve always wanted
• Make the world a better place for those who organise everything for everyone else all of the time

How to apply

Please send an anonymised copy of your CV to adam@collctiv.com (we don’t want any unconscious bias to rear its ugly head). Just tell us what you’ve done, what you’re good at and what you want to be doing next and we’ll go from there!