DEUS EX MACHINA
As part of the structuring of the European teams of our client, DEUS EX MACHINA, we are looking for an EMEA CFO. This position will be based in Biarritz, the brand’s European headquarters.
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Deus ex Machina (god from the machine) roared into Australia’s cultural consciousness in 2006, with some neatly customized motorcycles and a quaint notion that doing something is more fun than just owning something.
Deus ex Machina is a step bigger than a brand: it’s a culture. Our openness and enthusiasm strike a chord with people, wherever they are…
The Deus philosophy recalls an era before the various pursuits of fun – motorcycling, surfing, skateboarding, whatever – were marketed into fundamentalist factions.
All are welcomed under the Deus roof, where there’s simply respect for the honesty and enjoyment of the machine. Inclusiveness, authenticity, enthusiasm. It’s a simple and sincere pitch that has winged Deus ex Machina across the world. Deus ex Machina says simply there’s no ‘right way’ to do individualism, its all the same juice.
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THE POSITION
You will be responsible for coordinating all administrative, control and financial requirements of the European subsidiary. This involves extensive knowledge administration, control and finance and will require clear communication and reporting with CFO in English.
Additional requirements for this multitasking and operational role include strong prioritization skills, a control-oriented mindset, hands-on approach, analytical abilities, and proactive problem-solving to address issues as they arise.
The ERP in use is NetSuite. You will work closely with the other group financial functions and sales function for invoice and credit collection. French and proficiency English is required. Previous working experience in Big 4 is a plus.
The position will be responsible for the following key areas:
- Oversee bookkeeping for the Deus Europe entity(s)
- Monitor internal controls
- Manage working capital: AR, AP and inventory
- Manage cash, including forecast
- Manage information system
- Prepare daily cash and sales reporting
- Prepare monthly reporting: P&L, inventory, AR and AP
- Prepare quarterly reporting for group consolidation process
- Prepare yearly Budget in coordination with VP Europe
- Prepare tax filings (VAT, CIT, etc)
- Coordinate with the payroll service provider for payroll, employment contracts, other HR related topics
- Coordinate with external auditors for year-end closure
- Coordinate with the IT consultant to complete integration and improve data quality and reporting
- Coordinate with HQ on specific requests
- Coordinate with the bank and secure local financing
- Coordinate the HR part of the company
- Oversee administrative duties relating to the office, the vehicles, the staff e.g. lease agreements, insurance, equipment, etc…
Key Performance Indicators
- Timely, reliable and relevant reporting
- Bookkeeping accuracy
- Credit collection
- Working Capital and cashflow management
- Clear communication and availability
YOUR PROFILE
- A strong experience in the wholesale field on an international level, preferably in fashion or footwear,
- Proven analytical competencies and strong spoken and written communication skills,
- Native English or perfectly fluent,
- Advanced working knowledge of MS Excel, and ideally on Full Circle or any other ERP software.
Please send your CV and cover letter exclusively to the attention of Carole DIGER on this page or send a mail to info@aspom.com, REF: DEUS