Finance Controller

We believe diversity of thought and experience creates the most brilliant communities to serve our organisation, and that is why Hauser & Wirth is an equal opportunities employer.

Hauser & Wirth is one of the world’s leading commercial galleries for modern and contemporary art, with locations across the UK, USA, Europe, and Asia. Based in London, we are looking for an enthusiastic Finance Controller to join the UK finance team at one of the world’s leading commercial galleries. The successful candidate will have an attention to detail, excellent communication skills and at least 7 years’ experience in the accountancy field (previous art industry experience not essential).

The role will include, but not be limited to, the following responsibilities:

• Responsible for all aspects of accounting for the UK based gallery locations, preparation of Monthly and Year-End accounts.

• Responsible for the maintenance of Accounts Payable Automation (Exflow) and online expense tool (SAP) and providing system training to HW staff.

• Developing exhibition and management accounts reporting and establishing regular review meetings with all non-financial departments with principal objectives being strong and robust cost controls and accountability against budgets.

• Responsible for retail division in UK including global E-commerce.

• Responsible for non-confidential payroll processing and administration and liaison with external service providers

• Responsible for preparation and submission of PSA

• Prepare annual budgets working with all non-financial departments

• Responsibility for all aspects of the external audit requirements and meeting reporting deadlines

• Responsible for all aspects of day-to-day treasury management including client collections, supplier payments, cash flow projections, credit cards etc

• Responsibility for all tax compliance to include corporation tax, VAT and provide advice and guidelines to relevant internal departments as required

• Supervise all day-to-day accounting operations & participate in data capture as required (monthly close and year end)

• Provide training and advice to other finance team members

• Liaise with other HW locations and contribute to the team spirit and working relationships

• Assist the Finance Director with any non-gallery related operating business activities and represent the company and its owners as requested

Required knowledge, skills and qualifications:

• Educated to degree level and ACA or ACCA – strong technical accounting skills and tax knowledge required.

• Advanced excel skills and experience of D365 accounting package preferable

• A positive, can do attitude

• Ability to organise & prioritise tasks and communicate with a range of staff at all levels

• Experience in working in a mid-sized international company is preferred

Hauser & Wirth is an equal opportunities employer. We believe that employing passionate people is essential no matter their background. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We particularly encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the interview process, please let us know.

Please submit your resume by email to: londonjobs@hauserwirth.com