Job Description

Description

The Cadogan Tate Group is internationally recognized as a market leader in fine art logistics (i.e. moving and storage) with full-service operations across the US, London and Paris.




Our reputation is built on providing exemplary service to high-net-worth individuals, interior designers,
collectors, galleries and museums around the world. This service is underpinned by our fundamental values which inform the way we look after our clients, as well as how we ensure the safe and efficient handling of their possessions.

The Group is headquartered in London, England and is private equity backed by TSG Consumer Partners.

Global revenues are $170m, growing at over 10% per annum organically and through bolt-on acquisitions.

Over 65% of the revenue is generated in the US and the strategy of the Group is to grow further in North America through M&A.

The brand of Cadogan Tate is 'Everything handled with care' and this extends to a company culture of professionalism and respect between internal customers.


More information on the company can be found at:

https://www.cadogantate.com/



The Finance Manager (UK/EU) will lead the accounting function for the UK and EU operations (50m+
revenue), ensuring accurate financial reporting in compliance with UK GAAP and supporting ad hoc
reporting as required by Group Finance. This role will contribute to professionalising the finance
function, managing the UK team, supporting UK tax matters, and playing a key role in monthly and
quarterly close process. The ideal candidate can manage multiple deadlines in a fast-moving organization.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee all accounting activities for the UK&EU division, ensuring compliance with UK GAAP and internal policies


Lead the month-end processes in the UK & EU, ensuring timely and accurate reporting to Group Finance


Review UK subsidiary statutory accounts


Preparing monthly accounts for the largest UK entity and reviewing preparation for other UK entities and Paris entity



Own Balance sheet reconciliations across the region


Assist in simplifying the UK structure with assistance from the team and tax advisors


Support external audit processes, including preparation of schedules and coordination with auditors


Lead UK & Europe Revenue recognition


Optimise Cashflow (Treasury Management) through efficient AP processes


Assist with UK VAT liaise with external advisors


Establish and implement development plans for all team members and monitor the performance of the team members against established goals


Act as a key stakeholder in the ongoing development and optimization of the NetSuite ERP and Quadient AP solution


Assist with the transition to the new FRS 102 standards


Provide technical accounting guidance and ensure alignment with group-wide accounting standards


Own the drafting and maintenance of regional process memos and accounting guidance, ensuring alignment with Group policies and local regulations


Support with delivering ad hoc analysis to the Group Financial Controller

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

You will be fully ACA or ACCA qualified. At least 5 years' accounting experience with at least 2 years within industry. Experience in Audit preferred, ideally at Big 4 Experience within a multi-site environment Strong understanding of IFRS/ UK GAAP Experience with NetSuite or similar ERP systems Experience within logistics, service and/or PE backed businesses is a plus Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Strong analytical mindset and attention to detail Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Excellent Microsoft Office skills

About Cadogan Tate

Cadogan Tate moves and stores personal possessions, commercial assets, valuable works of art and priceless furnishings for individuals, companies, auction houses, galleries, collectors and interior designers the world over.

At Cadogan Tate we pride ourselves on excellency in everything we do. Every member of the team is just as important and we consider ourselves to be a family.