Head of Finance

At Peak21, we specialize in acquiring large direct-to-consumer (D2C) brands across the United States, Europe, and Asia, in addition to incubating our own. With a portfolio of D2C brands generating $150 million in sales, all bootstrapped and profitable, we are dedicated to fostering growth and innovation in the D2C sector.

We are seeking a Head of Finance to join our central team and manage the finance function of a consumer brand we recently acquired, acting as de facto CFO of the company.

The position is full-time in London.

What makes this an exciting opportunity?

• Learn the ins and outs of operational finance of a consumer brand
• Grow into a CFO role for a 40M brand within the next 3 years
• Lead diligence for every new deal we look at
• Work with a highly experienced and entrepreneurial team
• Competitive compensation package

What You'll Do

• Portfolio Management:
  • You will take the lead in managing the finance function of a portfolio company, including but not limited to:
  • Develop robust financial reporting systems to track KPIs, forecasts, and variances.
  • Develop internal and external financial reporting for management team and investors.
• You will manage company cashflows at Group level, running the budget and the Planning & Control function.
• You will work with accounting partners to set up month end close processes and execute on closing the books.
• You will be the main point of contact for our lending partners.
• You will lead growth initiatives and process improvements to enhance efficiency and profitability.

Who You Are

• You have at least 3 years of experience with a strong consulting, finance or audit background. E-commerce or startup experience is a strong plus.
• You have expertise in financial planning, analysis, and reporting.
• You are fully fluent in English.
• You have exceptional people skills.
• You know accounting very well and can make coffee with Excel.
• You have great analytical skills and are very organized.
• You have an understanding of how financial systems work and are structured.
• You have a strong interest in direct-to-consumer brands and e-commerce.
• You enjoy structuring processes and see yourself as a builder.
• You have managed people before.
• You are very hungry to learn and keen to get your hands dirty.
• You thrive in an entrepreneurial environment.
• You are a self-starter, strong communicator, very organized, and possess good analytical skills.
• You can work in London (no need for visa sponsor).