Corporate Finance Manager
Job Overview
Job title Corporate Finance Manager
Reporting to Chief Financial Officer
Based London HQ
About TEAM LEWIS
We are a global marketing agency that has gone from start-up to multi-national in little over two decades. Our success is due to a combination of factors: talented people delivering award winning campaigns; expanding client relationships into new markets or services; making strategic acquisitions. The agency, its people and client campaigns have won many prestigious awards, including Cannes Lions, PRovoke Media, ICCO, European Excellence, PRCA Digital, Digital Impact, Global Digital Excellence.
At the heart of the business is the TEAM LEWIS Foundation (TLF). A non-profit charitable entity, funded by TEAM LEWIS, the TLF makes grants to support individuals undertaking charitable activities and charitable organisations in achieving their goals. The TLF promotes social, cultural, economic and environmental innovation that benefits society. It aims to strengthen the bonds between the communications industry, businesses, governments and non-profits. Since January 2021, the TLF has now supported over 2,600 causes all over the globe. Community charities are championed by TEAM LEWIS’ employees, who volunteer their time and skills to maximise the grants’ effectiveness. You can read more about TEAM LEWIS Foundation at https://www.teamlewis.com/impact2021/.
Purpose of the role
The successful candidate will play a key role in driving the treasury and tax processes and working closely with the senior finance team on various projects, such as M&A and diligence. You’ll bring strong technical expertise in tax and corporate accounting, ideally gained in a practice environment and enhanced by industry exposure. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, international setting and enjoys both hands-on accounting and strategic project work.
Responsibilities
Managing cashflow reporting and group models for several internal and external stakeholders
Support and manage debt facilities and loan structures, including covenant monitoring and liquidity analysis
Manage key areas of taxation for the group, including group tax management and liaising with and providing information for tax advisors in UK and US on corporate and personal tax.
Support commercial decision-making with robust financial analysis and insight.
Build, review and maintain financial models, including cash flow forecasting, sensitivity analysis and valuation models
Act as a key point of contact for external valuers, lenders, investors and professional advisers
Support due diligence, acquisitions and wider strategic transactions
Prepare high-quality analysis and papers for senior leadership and Board-level decision making
About you
Qualified ACA or equivalent qualification required, with 5 years+ PQE.
Strong technical knowledge of tax and corporate accounting – ideally from a practice background with exposure in industry.
Knowledge or exposure to US tax would be beneficial.
Strong technical capability across debt facilities, financial modelling and asset valuations
Commercially astute, with the ability to challenge assumptions and engage confidently with senior stakeholders
Strong communication skills and a collaborative, personable approach
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of the responsibilities for this role. Other responsibilities may be added from time to time.
TEAM LEWIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating and fostering an environment focused on equality, empowerment, and respect. We strive to create an inclusive workplace that supports and celebrates our diversity. We continue to invest in our efforts to ensure that TEAM LEWIS is a place where everyone can thrive.