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Digital Luxury Group, DLG Head of Finance and M&A in Geneva, Switzerland
WHO WE ARE
As a pioneer in luxury marketing through the digital world, we empower luxury brands in their international development by combining strategy, full digital expertise and creative content. We are a one-stop-shop partner for our clients.
DLG Clients develop privileged and personalized relationships with their audiences, enriching themselves with a unique cultural and creative dimension and leveraging their business through their digital approach.
Our agency operates globally in an integrated manner while rooting client operations locally through our offices in Geneva, Shanghai, and New York.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
We are looking for a seasoned Head of Finance and M&A to lead our financial operations and play a pivotal role in our mergers and acquisitions strategy.
Based in Geneva and reporting to the CEO & Founder, with a team of 2 people, this management role will oversee financial operations, develop M&A strategies, lead acquisitions from due diligence to integration, and maintain strong investor relations to support our ambitious growth objectives in the SaaS industry.
FINANCE
Business planning:
Set financial targets and accurately and effectively monitor delivery against them
Prepare all forecasts and “own” them, including commentary, perspective, and insight into performance. Updates will be ongoing to ensure early and proactive visibility and transparency amongst all stakeholders
Lead the yearly budgeting process: Working with executive teams across Europe, US, and China to ensure the annual financial plan is appropriate and capable of delivering set targets
Develop and monitor budgets
Accounting (dedicated FTE 80%):
Supervise & verify the overall accounting operations issues by the accounting team/partner
Book of confidential transactions
Lead the verification of salaries and suppliers' payments
Finance & management control:
Prepare the business performance & financial results (including consolidation) presentation for the Board & Partners Executive Committee
Cash flow forecasting and monitoring
Manage the closing accounts in coordination with internal and external teams (accountants, auditors)
Others :
Act as a sparring partner to support the BU’s into developing their businesses
Supervise and co-manage the profitability analysis by client/industry/service line
Supervise all administrative and IT operations-related activities
Advise and liaise with external partners on legal-related matters
Set up of stock-options plan and other relevant incentives
M&A AND FUNDRAISING
Strategic Planning and Acquisition Roadmap:
Support the creation of the roadmap for a “buy and build”: acquiring at least three SaaS companies within three years
Participate in potential acquisition target identification, conduct market research, and build relationships with target companies
Assess and mitigate financial, operational, and legal risks associated with acquisitions and fundraising
M&A Execution:
Lead the end-to-end process of acquisitions, including deal structuring, negotiations, and due diligence
Oversee the valuation and financial modeling for potential acquisitions, ensuring they align with the company's financial objectives
Collaborate with the management team of acquired companies to ensure successful integration
Fundraising and Investor Relations:
Develop a comprehensive fundraising strategy to support acquisition activities together with the CEO
Build strong relationships with investors, including venture capital firms and family offices
Lead the preparation and presentation of financial reports, business plans, and investment cases for potential investors
Manage the fundraising process, including negotiations, due diligence, and closing
WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO BE GREAT IN THIS ROLE
3-5 years minimum in Audit at a Big4 (or equivalent) firm, coupled with small-cap transactions/M&A experience
A degree from a Business school or engineering school
Proven experience in Mergers & Acquisitions, and Fundraising (start-up experience preferred)
In-depth knowledge of corporate financial law and risk management practices
Excellent understanding of data analysis and forecasting methods
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and identify strategic insights
Effective communicator, capable of presenting complex topics clearly to various stakeholders
Strategic thinker with strong execution skills
Fluent in English and French
HOW DO WE KEEP YOU SMILING?
DLG welcomes you to discover the allure of joining one of Europe's top work environments, distinguished as a Great Place to Work in 2022. Our ethos is founded on efficiency, trust, innovation, transparency, and a deep-seated culture of care.
We offer you the opportunity to create some of your life's best work for some of the world’s most admired brands.
Experience the flexibility our work-from-home policy offers. You can work remotely up to two days a week. Our Creative Space, strategically located opposite the Eaux-Vives train station, is designed to spark creativity and foster collaboration among our team members.
At DLG, we are committed to recognizing and nurturing talent, ensuring that your journey with us is filled with opportunities for growth and career progression. Embrace a healthier lifestyle with our Wellbeing & Sport Incentives, designed to support your wellness and sporting endeavors.
Equality and inclusivity are the cornerstones of our recruitment philosophy. We champion diversity and inclusivity, not just in words but through meaningful actions. In line with our ethical standards and values, we consciously choose not to engage with tobacco companies, military organizations, or governments.
Work remotely from wherever in the world you please for up to 2 months/year (8 weeks).
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