About the job #10540 - Head of Finance, 70k - 80k We are looking for a Head of Finance to support the growth of the business.
This individual will be a key member of the senior management team and presents a great opportunity to an ambitious candidate to join a company on an exciting growth trajectory.
The role is both hands‑on and operational with a strategic requirement.
The candidate will provide leadership, oversight, and direction to the finance function as well as to the wider business.
The successful candidate will be a commercially minded partner to the Managing Director, working across various functional aspects of the business.
Key Responsibilities: Work closely with the MD and other senior leaders to develop and implement business plans and budgets, acting as a commercial sounding board for the MD.
As part of the senior leadership team, challenging assumptions and decision‑making as appropriate, and providing financial analysis aligning the approach to the strategy.
Develop and maintain financial forecasting and budgeting processes and systems to deliver a fit for purpose finance and operational function with timely, accurate, insightful and compliant financial reporting to the senior management team and Board as appropriate.
Develop and maintain timely, comprehensive, and accurate KPIs and business reporting processes that drive performance.
Develop and optimise the companys financial and ERP systems, ensuring they are appropriate, and future‑proofed.
Take control of and drive improvement in key operational metrics around margin, labour percentage, etc.
Cashflow management and forecasting Direct and manage finance staff to ensure that they are appropriately motivated and developed so that they fulfil their responsibilities to the required standard.
Ensure full compliance in all areas of finance and taxation.
Oversight on any legal and commercial contract negotiations.
Lead the fundraising activities of the company.
Manage key relationships with external stakeholders and partners including Auditors, Bankers, Legal Representatives etc.
as required.
Establish and manage company policies regarding risk management and working capital management as appropriate.
Complete day‑to‑day financial management and reporting of the Company.
The ideal candidate for the role would have all, or most, of the following experience points: A recognised accounting or financial qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA).
Prior experience in a senior financial position with a track record of creating value for shareholders.
Experience in driving accounting and management information systems implementations and improvements.
Experience of professionalising finance processes and teams, driving reporting and process improvements.
Strong financial modelling and data analysis capability.
Experience in FMCG and stock management A can‑do attitude, with a will to roll up your sleeves to get things sorted.
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