Part Time Finance Director 40m Consumer Products - London

PART TIME FINANCE DIRECTOR (3 days) - This established successful £40m private business - design, manufacture and wholesale of Consumer Goods to the Major Retail sector in the UK and US, has a strong track record of increasing turnover and profitability and is seeking an experienced Part Time Finance Director to play a key role in shaping its future over the next few years.This will be a strategic Finance Director role, working closely with the CEO, Shareholders and Board, to drive growth and profitability and explore exit options for the future.Key elements of the role include:Develop financial strategies alongside budgeting, forecasting and financial modellingIdentify growth opportunities and develop a finance function accordinglyManage working capital and liquidity, liaising with banks and invoice discounting providersOversee cash flow in a FX environment, managing and mitigating FX risk.Liaise with advisers, insurance providers, auditors and legal professionalsPresent financial performance analysis and commentary, giving guidance at board meetingsOversee outsourced finance team and develop robust financial reportingMonitor group spending, identifying cost-saving opportunities to enhance profitability.Collaborate with group management to create funding strategies, where required.Build relationships with key customers to ensure timely receipt of revenue.Ensure a collaborative and results-driven work environmentThe role is 3 days a week, but some flexibility will be needed (with at least 2 days in London).The ideal candidate for this Part Time Finance Director role will ideally:Be a Qualified accountant with at least 10 years of post-qualification experience.Have relevant experience in retail / wholesale / import / export.Be experienced in working closely with entrepreneurial business owners.Have experience preparing a business for sale and / or exploring other exits