Finance Director

Finance Director – Leicester - £(phone number removed) (DOE) + car + benefits package
 
We are delighted to be working with a well-established dynamic SME based in Leicester who are looking for a Finance Director.  This is a highly profitable company that is forecasting 50% growth this year through new products and acquisition. This exciting opportunity within a SME environment will give you diverse exposure.  Not only will you be overseeing Finance you will also be integral to the leadership of the organisation from a commercial and operational perspective.
This role will report to the CEO and be responsible for the finance team of 8 whom you will be responsible for mentoring and guiding.  Ideally with a hands-on approach you will be responsible for all aspects of financial control for this profitable company, with many new projects and opportunities for growth. 

Key responsibilities of the role include….
.        Management and oversight of day-to-day operations for Finance.
·        Delivering simple, actionable monthly management information to the Management Team, giving    insightful analysis that helps drive profitable decision-making
·        Management of working capital, and detailed cashflow management
·        Annual Statutory accounts work, meeting demands of full audits, in collaboration with external               accountants.
·        VAT returns, cashflow, payroll, company insurance renewals
·        Overseeing tax returns and general tax strategy
·        Potential to add additional management portfolios with time dependent on candidate experience
·        Developing a team, helping to upskill and bridge the gap to management.
What the client is looking for…..
 
·        The ideal candidate will be qualified CIMA/ACA/ACCA with experience as a Hands-On financial leader in a similar SME environment.
·        You will have a good understanding of business systems with experience of selecting and implementing new finance or other core business systems and strong Excel skills, ideally to Macro level.
·        You will have experience in a manufacturing environment and a broad systems understanding outside the Finance function.
 
The successful candidate will have a strong attention to detail with a wide range of financial and operational expertise. They will be excellent communicators across all departments at all levels, with a keen interest in all aspects of the business operations, keen to grow with the role and within the company.
 
What's on offer….
·        £80 - 90,000 salary (depending on experience)
·        Car allowance
·        Bonus
·        Ability to help drive the business forward
 
If you are an experienced Head of Finance, Financial Controller or Finance Director with a passion for the SME environment, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic and developing business.  Apply now to take your career to the next level!
 
 
This role is commutable from Leicester, Nottingham, Melton Mowbray
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