Head of Finance

HEAD OF FINANCE

Hours: Mon - Fri 8am - 5pm

Our client who are a global leader within their field are looking for a Head of Finance, you will lead the finance function and report through to the Managing Director. This will involve delivery of strategy, cost-led initiatives, process and system improvement, and financial integrity.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead the finance team and oversee all financial operations within the company. (Payables, receivables, payroll, treasury, tax etc).
• Cash flow management to ensure adequate bank funding.
• Weekly and monthly management of inventory stock position.
• Oversee administration of group companies.
• Lead the budget process with operational managers.
• Manage and develop the team.
• Ensure compliance with statutory and financial regulations and standards.
• Prepare accurate monthly and annual financial reports and present them to directors.
• Collaborate with other department heads to streamline finance operations.
• Identify and implement cost-saving measures.

The ideal candidate for this Head of Finance position should be:

• Formally qualified (CIMA, ACCA, ACA), or qualified by experience with significant relevant experience in the manufacturing sector.
• Manufacturing and production sector specific experience.
• Able and willing to take a hands-on role in the production of accounts.
• Strong leadership and management skills within SME environments.
• Proficiency in business partnering/stakeholder management and reporting.
• A strong IT and accountancy systems user - experience of systems including Excel and Sage 200 is advantageous.
• Able to spend 4-5 days per week on site.

If you are an supportive finance leader, with a can-do attitude this could be the role for you!