Group Finance Manager 2 To Cfo

Your new company
Hays Senior Finance is exclusively partnered with a private equity backed SME housebuilding business on the outskirts of Chippenham to appoint a newly created Finance Manager position. The business has gone through a period of transformation over the last 12 months or so and is now in a fantastic position to continue its growth.

With a strong leadership team and a newly appointed, growth and development focused CFO, the business needs a strong operational Finance Manager to take responsibility for the production of management reporting and statutory accounts as well as effectively business partner the department heads.

The business has a true "SME" feel, with a lean but effective team and a shared "hands-on" attitude across the relatively flat hierarchy. Every member of the team is valued and the business prides itself on its staff wellbeing and development. Their modern, open-plan offices are in an easily accessible location with free parking and great access to local amenities.
Your new role
This is a hands-on role, supporting the CFO with various deliverables including;

• Management of the medium finance team, offering support, guidance and mentoring,
• Managing the production of the management accounts for the Group,
• Preparing budgets and financial forecasts,
• Managing the production of various management reporting and analysis,
• Managing the cashflow forecast,
• Supporting the CFO with the preparation of the monthly board pack,
• Overseeing the month-end close process,
• Lead interactions with external audit and tax advisors,
• Continuously drive process improvements.

What you\'ll need to succeed
This role requires an experienced and qualified (CCAB or CIMA) accountant with demonstrable management accounting and direct/indirect management experience. Additionally,

• Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel
• Highly organised and methodical, with accuracy and attention to detail
• Flexible, proactive, strategic and a multitasker
• The ability to work collaboratively and provide appropriate challenge and insight, often under time pressure.
• Experience within the construction or housebuilding industry is highly advantageous, but candidates with relevant experience from other industries are definitely encouraged.

What you'll get in return

• Competitive package of £50,000 - £65,000 dependent on qualification and experience
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Hybrid working - 60% of the working week on-site with 2 days working from home
• Flexible working around core hours available
• Private healthcare
• Excellent general benefits package
• Company pension scheme
• Free on-site parking

What you need to do now
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