Job Description

Tthis role will play a key role in delivering finance strategy, driving performance of the business and developing strong financial controls. Candidates must come from a product-related background i.e. Manufacturing and also enjoy being hands on in their roles; whilst this position will be a member of the Management Team and have a strong level of influence and visibility, you'll also have lots of day to day financial responsibility.
Main duties include:

• Responsibility for the forecasting of the business P&L, balance sheet and inventory position
• Member of the Management Team, supporting setting the strategic direction of the business
• Closure and sign off for the financial statements at month and year end
• Prepare and present at Board Meetings
• Provide strategic analysis to assist business planning and decision making
• Prepare budgets
• Manage all capital expenditure
• Develop direct reports through coaching and support
• Attend business review meetings with key stakeholders

This is a highly exciting opportunity for a driven and commercially astute Head of Finance to be given real autonomy and agency to add value and play a pivotal part in securing future success for the business.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)
• Strong technical accounting skills and knowledge of accounting standards, coupled with impressive commercial awareness and proven business partnering
• Planning, budgeting and forecasting skills
• Proven track record shaping and delivering strategy
• Proactive and positive approach, track record of problem solving
• Ability to influence at all levels and build relationships with ease
• Proven leader, capable of managing a range of skills levels and backgrounds
• Strong industry experience gained in product/manufacturing related environments