Finance Manager in London

Company Description

Beams is on a mission to make home renovation simpler and greener. We’re doing this by building a revolutionary technology platform and marketplace for homeowners and contractors so they can plan, design and build all in one place.

From the moment the customer starts to plan their renovation and selects their design, to final completion, the Beams platform offers a seamless journey, allowing homeowners to take a backseat and oversee construction, while Beams-vetted contractors deliver projects tailored to their clients’ tastes.

Backed by top-tier investors, Giant Ventures and Firstminute Capital, and with an experienced leadership team from Bulb, Deliveroo and Bumble, Beams is primed to disrupt the $450 billion European renovation market.

Role Description

Reporting to the COO, you’ll work closely with the wider Beams team, including the CEO, CMO, designers, architects, planners, product managers and engineers, to create an

efficient and value additive finance function.

Your responsibilities

• Managing the day-to-day finance operations including bookkeeping, supplier payments, contractor payments, statutory accounts, VAT and payroll
• Managing financial data, including our financial model
• Prepare and post monthly accruals, prepayments and similar accounting entries. Act as the first point of contact for external auditors and accounting firms.
• Supporting the team in the budgeting and forecasting process. Leading analysis of monthly and quarterly numbers and making recommendations to the leadership team
• Continually identify risks and financial process improvements propose solutions where necessary and effectively drive change
• Dealing with working capital management and production of cash flow forecasts.
• Working closely with the leadership team on any fundraising process or other investor relations
• Helping the COO with various HR processes including managing equity awards to the team
• Build commercial analysis for assessing business performance and project profitability

Qualifications

• You are a fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA/AAT), with 2+ years of post-qualification experience
• Experience working in a startup, scale-up or other high growth company
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and the ability to think fast
• You’re an expert in Excel and/or Google Sheets
• Experience with accounting software, in particular Xero
• You’re able to challenge teams on existing processes and provide innovative solutions to enhance efficiency
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude towards tackling challenges
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively collaborate within a team environment
• A personal interest in sustainability and creating a greener environment is a plus
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
• Experience in the home renovation or construction industry is a plus

Our culture

Having a positive impact and cultivating a positive company culture are important to us. We reward and applaud people who take action, who get results, who can communicate clearly and straightforwardly, who are always looking to improve things and who turn up everyday with energy and appetite.

Package and Benefits:

Competitive salary of £50,000 - £70,000, subject to experience, and share options giving you a stake in the company’s success

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Opportunities for professional growth and skill development within a fast-paced and collaborative environment

Budget for learning & development to support your growth

Hybrid working: This is a full-time position with a flexible balance of days at our London office and home days

At Beams, we're committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. We believe diversity of thought, background, and experience drives innovation and success. We're dedicated to building a team that represents a variety of perspectives and experiences, and we actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups. We're an equal opportunities employer, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you're passionate about making renovation simpler and greener and share our commitment to making a positive impact, we encourage you to apply for a role with us, even if you're not sure you're a perfect match. We look forward to hearing from you and discussing how you can contribute to our team.