Job specification

Strategic responsibility for supporting the Finance Director in the development of systems, procedures, financial controls and measures to support the Company in achieving its objectives and maximise revenue, minimise costs and increase profit margin.

 

The role is as a senior financial member of the Company management team, with day-to-day responsibility for all financial information, reporting & compliance and for the Company 

 

The Head of Finance will be critically involved in the development & production of comprehensive, relevant & timely management information, to support the future growth of the business.

 

Main Tasks:

 

Develop and implement the Company Finance strategy, in order to achieve Company/Group objectives

Production of UK statutory & management accounts, both the detailed preparation and management of the process, including setting and enforcement of the month-end timetable

In conjunction with the senior management team, overseeing and managing the group annual budgeting process, including business modelling and forecasting

Responsibility for monitoring and controlling group cash flow, including any group treasury activities

Responsibility for monitoring and controlling overall group working capital, linking with the production & sales teams

The production of a comprehensive annual budget, rolling forecast and long-term financial projection

Monitoring performance against budget and pro-actively working with other departments to control margins & overheads

Continued improvement of key financial controls and processes, including documentation

The integration of operational & financial reporting systems, to ensure both relevance and efficiency in data handling, and reporting

The provision, as required, of commercial analysis and advice to the business on matters such as pricing, contractual terms, and cost analysis

Overseeing effective credit control activities

Developing KPI’s & flash reports appropriate to highlight significant operational & financial issues

Developing & improving financial controls for the group, including the production of procedures/guidelines for financially significant areas

Preparation of Group annual financial statements, reports and tax returns in line with relevant legislation

Active relationship management with key external financial stakeholders including bankers & other funders, auditors, tax & other professional advisors

Managing payroll via an external agent and ensuring salary payments are accurate

 

 

 

Candidate profile

Ability to work under pressure and to meet deadlines.

Ability to prioritise and manage workload

Pro-active and organised

Motivated and enthusiastic.

Ability to work as part of a team but also manage direct reports.

Good general communication, presentation and interpersonal skills

Willingness to take on a variety of tasks.

Drive and energy combined with ambition.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

 

Degree or equivalent

Qualified Accountant ACA / ACCA / CIMA

Strong computer skills.