Senior Finance Manager (6-Month FTC) - Deliveroo

Role Overview

Deliveroo is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Finance Manager to join our expanding Finance team on a 6-month fixed-term contract basis. This is a crucial role within the accounting and financial reporting team, directly impacting our core business. As Deliveroo's scale and complexity continue to grow, we require dynamic, entrepreneurial, and analytical thinkers to support our ongoing success. Reporting to the Group Financial Controller and based in our London HQ, you will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy, efficiency, and compliance of our financial operations.

A Day in the Life

As Senior Finance Manager, your day will be varied and challenging, encompassing a range of responsibilities. You will start by reviewing month-end reporting packages for your designated regions, ensuring accuracy and adherence to IFRS standards. Collaboration is key, as you'll partner with other financial reporting managers and broader finance teams to ensure timely month-end closing across the entire Group. A significant portion of your time will be dedicated to maintaining and improving financial controls, ensuring they are both operational and well-documented. You'll also lead local audits, contribute to Group-wide audits, and support regulatory and tax inspections as needed. Providing technical accounting guidance to the team and managing a small team of finance professionals, including performance management, development, and coaching are also important aspects of the role. You'll be involved in ad-hoc projects aimed at streamlining processes and exploring opportunities for automation within the finance function.

Why London?

London serves as Deliveroo's global headquarters, placing you at the heart of our operations and strategic decision-making. The River Building HQ, located in Cannon Street, provides a vibrant and collaborative work environment, fostering innovation and cross-functional teamwork. London's status as a leading financial center also offers unparalleled networking and professional development opportunities. Being based in London provides access to a diverse talent pool and a rich cultural landscape.

Career Path

While this is a 6-month fixed-term contract, Deliveroo is a rapidly growing company, and high-performing individuals are often considered for permanent roles. This position provides an excellent opportunity to demonstrate your skills and make a significant contribution to our finance team. Success in this role could lead to opportunities within the financial reporting team, project management, or other areas of the finance function. Deliveroo is committed to developing its employees and offers various training and development programs to support career progression.

Salary and Benefits

The salary for this Senior Finance Manager role is competitive and commensurate with experience. Deliveroo also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: * Competitive salary * Generous annual leave allowance * Healthcare benefits * Well-being programs * Parental leave * Pension plan * Time off to support a charitable cause of your choice * Hybrid working model * Employee discounts on Deliveroo orders * Access to employee assistance programs * Company social events * Cycle to work scheme

Deliveroo Culture

At Deliveroo, we foster a culture of innovation, autonomy, and ownership. We move fast, value new ideas, and empower our employees to make a significant impact. We are a technology-driven company at the forefront of the rapidly expanding online food delivery industry. Our mission is to transform the way people shop and eat, bringing the neighborhood to their door. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and valued. We believe that a great workplace is one that represents the world we live in and how beautifully diverse it can be.

How to Apply

If you are a qualified finance professional with a passion for problem-solving and a desire to work in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume and cover letter through the Deliveroo careers website. We are looking for individuals who are flexible, possess a positive 'can do' attitude, and are able to effectively communicate complex financial information to non-accountants.

FAQs

What are the key responsibilities of this role?

The Senior Finance Manager will oversee month-end reporting, ensure financial controls, lead local audits, provide technical accounting guidance, manage a small team, and contribute to process improvement projects.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Candidates must be ACA / ACCA or equivalent qualified with at least 4 years of post-qualified experience. Relevant industry or startup experience is preferred.

Is experience with NetSuite required?

NetSuite experience is a bonus but not a requirement.

What is the work environment like at Deliveroo?

Deliveroo offers a fast-paced, collaborative, and supportive work environment. We value autonomy, ownership, and innovation.

What are the benefits of working at Deliveroo?

Deliveroo offers a competitive salary, generous annual leave, healthcare benefits, well-being programs, parental leave, a pension plan, and other employee perks.

What is the company's approach to diversity and inclusion?

Deliveroo is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and valued.

What opportunities are there for career advancement?

While this is a fixed-term contract, high-performing individuals may be considered for permanent roles within the finance team or other departments.

What is the hybrid working model like?

The team is operating on a hybrid model, with a mix of in-office and remote work.

Who will I be reporting to?

You will be reporting to the Group Financial Controller.

What is the duration of the contract?

The contract is for a fixed term of 6 months.