Financial Controller

About Fresha 
Fresha is the leading marketplace platform for beauty & wellness trusted by millions of consumers and businesses worldwide.
Fresha is used by 110,000+ businesses and 450,000+ stylists and professionals worldwide, processing over 1 billion appointments to date. 
The company is headquartered in London, United Kingdom, with global offices located in New York City, Vancouver, Sydney, Amsterdam, Dubai, Warsaw and Pristina.
Fresha allows consumers to discover, book and pay for beauty and wellness appointments with local businesses via its marketplace, while beauty and wellness businesses and professionals use an all-in-one platform to manage their entire operations with an intuitive subscription-free business software and financial technology solutions.
Fresha's ecosystem gives merchants everything they need to run their business seamlessly by facilitating appointment bookings, point-of-sale, customer records management, marketing automation, loyalty, beauty products inventory and team management.
The consumer marketplace unlocks revenue potential for partner businesses by leveraging the power of online bookings and automated marketing through mobile apps and advanced integrations with major tech brands including Instagram, Facebook and Google.
Role overview As part of our ambitious growth strategy, we are seeking an exceptional Financial Controller to join our global business. Reporting directly to the VP of Finance Operations, this role offers a unique opportunity to oversee financial operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and support strategic decision-making at Fresha. You will work closely with the finance team, external partners, and other departments to enhance financial processes and contribute to the company's overall success. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced finance professional who thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys taking ownership, and is eager to make a tangible impact on a global scale.
To foster a collaborative environment that thrives on face-to-face interactions and teamwork, all Fresha employees work from the office four days per week, with the flexibility to work remotely one day each week.  Warsaw, Poland. office address: Central Tower, Aleje Jerozolimskie 81, 02-001, Warszawa
What you will be doing

• Liaise with external accounting and audit service providers to maintain compliance and operational excellence.
• Review financial records, cost invoices, and bank transactions to ensure accuracy.
• Monitor accounts payable and receivable transactions, ensuring compliance with internal controls.
• Conduct detailed reviews of profit and loss (P&L) accounts, including identifying and addressing discrepancies such as missing invoices, prepayments, or accruals.
• Oversee month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
• Oversee a reconciliation process of balance sheet accounts, including cash, prepayments, and accruals, to maintain financial accuracy.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and implement automation for efficiency.
• Utilize SQL to extract, analyze, and manage financial data to support decision-making and process optimization.
• Write SQL queries to extract data from BI system.
• Coordinate financial activities across multiple global entities .
• Ensure compliance with local accounting standards and tax regulations for each entity.
• Prepare and present financial statements and analyses to senior leadership.
• Support strategic planning and budgeting processes through financial insights and forecasting.
  This list is not exhaustive and there may be other activities you are required to deliver. 
  

What we are looking for

• 5+ years of experience in accounting or finance
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards and tax regulations
• Financial education background
• Proficiency in SQL for financial data management and analysis.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel and experience with financial systems or ERP software.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Very good knowledge of English
• Very good knowledge of Excel
• Exceptional attention to detail, analytical skills, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal.
  Added Bonus Bi-lingual - Fluency in English and another language

At Fresha, we value passion and potential as much as specific skills. If you're enthusiastic and eager to learn, we encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every listed requirement. We believe in fostering growth and providing the support needed for you to excel in your role. 
Interview Process
Screen Call - Video-call with Talent Team - 30 minutes 1st Stage - Video-call/in-person with Accounting Team - 30 minutes 2nd Stage/Final Stage - Video-call/in-person with Accounting Team and  VP of Finance Operations - 30 minutes
We aim to complete the entire interview process and deliver feedback within 4 weeks
Every job application received is reviewed manually by our talent team. While we strive to assess applications within 7 days, the sheer volume of talented individuals expressing interest may occasionally extend this timeframe
Inclusive workforce 
At Fresha, we are creating a culture where individuals of all backgrounds feel comfortable.
We want all Fresha people to feel included and truly empowered to contribute fully to our vision and goals. Everyone who applies will receive fair consideration for employment.
We do not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics in the location in which the candidate is applying.
If you have any accessibility requirements that would make you more comfortable during the interview process and/or once you join, please let us know so that we can support you.

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