Financial Controller

We are looking for an experienced and highly numerate Financial Controller to work in a fast-paced and dynamic role that will constantly evolve to meet the needs of a high growth business. You will report directly to the CEO and will be responsible for all day-to-day financial operations at SunGod.

At a glance:

🕑 Full-time starting July/August 2022, with flexible working

😎 Junior to Mid-Level

📍 Hammersmith, London

⭐ Five-star's on Glassdoor

🌴 Generous 30 days holiday allowance plus bank holidays

🏆 Leading benefits package & (a genuinely) Competitive experience-based salary

💹 Opportunity to get in at the ground floor of a purpose-driven, fast-paced, triple-digit growth company in the outdoor industry; there's lots of scope for growth!

Our mission & who we are...

SunGod was born in 2013 with a vision to create the world’s best performance eyewear. We see a better world; through our lenses, through our actions and through doing business better. Our planet is our playground, so we’re a community built brand, that’s sustainable to our core. With you, our mission is multiplied and together we can See Better.

We’re a dynamic and expanding team, with offices in London and Verbier. Being results-driven we see high-quality output from all team members. We don’t believe in set office hours, dress codes or fixed working locations.

The world of work is changing and we're already part of the future.

We’re unlike any company you’ve ever worked for before.

Key Responsibilities:

✔ Carry out all day-to-day tasks related to accounts receivable and payable, and prepare VAT returns;

✔ Manage the monthly payroll for employees ensuring that salaries and pensions are correctly paid on time.

✔ Ensure all transactions are recorded, filed and reported properly;

✔ Oversee the monthly reporting process including the production of monthly management accounts and associated reports;

✔ Develop profitability and cashflow reporting to support business growth;

✔ Analyse financial data and report findings to the senior management team to inform key strategy decisions;

✔ Assist with accurate forecasting and budgeting for all departments;

✔ Understand SunGod’s triple bottom line of people, planet and profit, and incorporate this into your role accordingly.

Flexible working

We care about the work you produce, not the hours spent at your desk. You are free to work hours that fit around your hobbies and personal commitments. The only condition is that the objectives are met and the output is to the required and highest standard.

We ask that you work from our office 2 or 3 days a week for team cohesion.

If you need more flexibility than this, we're open to discussion.

The ideal person has the following skills, experiences and competencies:

✔ 2-5 years relevant experience in finance and accounting. This may include consultancy experience;

✔ University degree or equivalent experience in a similar role;

✔ Exceptional analytical, numerical and problem-solving skills;

✔ Highly computer literate, strong Excel skills required;

✔ Strong written and spoken communication;

✔ Proficiency with cloud-based accounting software (Xero/FreeAgent etc) preferred;

✔ A passion for sustainability and outdoor/adventure/performance sports is desirable;

✔ Fluent English both written and verbal.

Development & Training

Our growth doesn't end at a company level, we endorse individual growth through developing our professional skills, evolving careers and honing life skills. There is budget, time and, most importantly, support given to every employee.

Five Star's on Glassdoor

Read our Employee reviews on Glassdoor.

Diversity & Inclusion at SunGod

SunGod values a diverse workforce. We’re committed to recruiting people from all walks of life and backgrounds to reflect our customers and our community and to help make our business stronger. We're not looking for "culture fit" candidates, instead, we're looking for those who expand our culture, challenge business as usual and bring their whole selves to work. To support our people we offer family-friendly, inclusive recruitment and employment policies, flexible working arrangements and a range of benefits to suit your circumstances.

What to expect from this application...

As you will have gathered by now, we do things a bit differently. This application will ask a series of questions about you and your experience.

We'd suggest checking all the questions you'll be asked before starting.

You will not be required to upload a CV at this stage, but please have it ready for the next stage.

Based on your application, you may then be invited to complete a skills-based task, followed by a panel interview and a final interview.

Blind Applications

In the first stages of our process, your name and other details will be hidden to remove potential unconscious bias in our hiring processes and ensure we hire the best candidate for the role.