Finance Director

Contract: Fixed-term contract - 6 months
Salary: Competitve
Location: London (hybrid - minimum 3 days in the office)
Start Date: ASAP

About Beryl
Here at Beryl, we have a clear vision: to build a better world by getting more people in cities
moving sustainably.We are the UK's leading micro-mobility company, delivering sustainable, shared schemes to
UK communities. As a certified B-Corp micromobility operator, we care about community,
safety, the environment, and effective design. Beryl has had huge growth over the last few
years, with revenues increasing from £4m to £14m and we do not expect this to slow down any
time soon. Our growth is UK wide with European opportunities on the horizon so now is an
exciting time to join our team.

We currently operate 15 schemes across the UK and employ 155 people.

The role
The Finance Director reports into the CEO at Beryl and will act as one of the Senior Leadership team. You will be the primary contact supporting the business for financial affairs and be responsible for providing a great service. You will have ambition to drive the strategy of the business from the role of the Finance Director, including contribution and leadership to strategies that improve growth, profitability and access to sources of funding including revenue and capital markets.

You will act as a business partner for the CEO and the Senior Leadership team providing advice and guidance on ways to grow the business, manage cash flows, costs and improve processes. In addition, you will help maintain the relationships already in place with key stakeholders, investors, supply chain and customers.

The role is based out of our London HQ, in a hybrid capacity with a minimum requirement of 3 days in the office.

Responsibilities

• Provide critical financial insights and analysis to support strategic decision-making -
  playing a key role in shaping the business objectives
• Preparation of material for prospective investors, shareholders, finance providers
  including long term business plans, due diligence and/or integration activities
• Overall responsibility for the Finance, HR and ESG functions
• Prepare and present the annual budget, forecasts and rolling forecasts
• Provide financial guidance and support for new tenders and bids
• Responsible for the external annual audit process including R&D claims submissions
• Manage cash balances, forecasts and any fundraising processes
• Oversee all areas of financial management and reporting including monthly
  management accounts, billing, credit control, company payroll, quarterly VAT returns
  Implement internal controls and processes to ensure financial accuracy for achieving
  company wide goals
• Business partner to CEO and COO to benchmark and ensure operational efficiency
  Leadership and guidance for 3 teams; Finance, HR & ESG - total team 6 with 3 direct
  reports.

Skills and experience
The ideal candidate should fulfil most of the list below, we know that ideal candidates rarely
exist, so we will consider all applications from people keen on learning to fill in any gaps.

• Able to hit the ground running and with a trouble shooting attitude
• Skilled at making wise accounting judgement and keen to deliver to regular financial
• deadlines.
• Previous reporting and cash flow management experience within a vibrant and varied
• working environment.
• Collaborative and skilled in gaining trust across multiple fast-moving non-financial
• departments and projects.
• Well organised, resourceful and effective in your working & communication style.
• An eye for process and the desire to discover and implement improvements using
• appropriate project and implementation methodology
• Excellent Xero, MS Office and GSuite skills – we have them all!
• Bachelor’s Degree in finance, accounting, or equivalent experience in prior roles.

What we are offering in return

• The chance to build the business and help Beryl on our journey to become one of the biggest micromobility operators in the world.
• 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Birthday day off
• Employer pension contributions
• Enhanced parental leave
• Employee assistance program (counselling support)
• Annual learning and development budget
• Cycle to work scheme - discounted bikes & accessories
• Tech scheme - discounted technology and home products
• Paid volunteer days
• Discounted gym memberships across the UK

Diversity
At Beryl, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All candidates will be fairly
reviewed for the role without regard to race, religion, sexuality, age, disability, gender identity,
nationality, or any other protected status. We particularly welcome people from a BAME
background or those who are disabled as they are currently under-represented in our
workforce. If you wish to discuss reasonable adjustments for this role please indicate this within
your application and we will be in touch with you.

While upholding the Equalities Act we are committed to continuing to improve our workplace
culture and environment. We strive to support all staff and maintain an inclusive workplace, we
champion and support mental health and wellbeing activities. We value employees from diverse backgrounds and family arrangements, and have flexible working policies that support our staff in balancing their personal and work lives.

Any questions, please contact HR@beryl.cc