Head Of Finance

Excellent role as Financial Controller (Head of Finance), reporting to the Group CFO and the MD. Lead the team, oversee all financial activity & ensure accurate information is provided, contribute to strategic decisions.

Client Details

My client is a leading engineering business based in Mid Kent, who are part of a larger, PE backed, US owned business which have operations globally.

The local business is a successful, profitable and growing business which is looking to continue that journey.

Description

The Financial Controller (Head of Finance) will play a key role in the running of the business, and reporting of financials to the Parent, local MD and PE investors.

You will be responsible for managing the finance department, delivering accurate and timely results, and ensuring compliance with all relevant financial regulations.

You knowledge and insight will play a key role in providing strategic financial guidance to the leadership team and driving the financial position forward.

Specific responsibilities include:

• Financial Planning and Analysis - Developing and implementing strategies, plans and budgets which are in line with the goals of the business
• Undertaking financial analysis, forecasting and modelling to support decision-making and identify areas for improvement
• Monitoring and analysing performance, variances and risks.
• Preparation of accurate and timely financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements and cash-flow statements
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant statutory rules, regulations and reporting requirements.
• Oversight of the preparation of financial reports for internal and external stakeholders
• Leading the budgeting and forecasting process, working with key personnel to create achievable and realistic goals.
• Monitor and control expenses
• Establishing and maintaining robust financial controls
• Identify, monitor and mitigate risks
• Team management and development

Profile

The ideal candidate for this Financial Controller (Head of Finance) position will meet the following requirements:

• Qualified Accountant with significant relevant experience
• Ability to operate in a fast moving organisation with varying reporting requirements which may overlap
• Strong knowledge of accountancy principles, regulations and standards
• Ideally you will have experience within a similar environment - Engineering, Construction, Work in Progress, % completion etc
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, able to develop staff and manage upwards.

Job Offer

Base salary of £75-85,000 + benefits