We are seeking a diligent and strategic Finance Director to lead the finance department and be a key strategic advisor to the CEO. The successful candidate will bring fresh energy with a strong background in reporting with a strategic and commercial acumen.
Client Details
Michael Page is working in Partnership and on a retained basis with a unique £12m turnover SME based in Wiltshire. The business work in a rewarding sector and have high hopes for expansion through organic growth and acquisition.
Description
As Finance Director you will be responsible for the company finances and act as a key advisor to the CEO:
Strategy and Leadership:
*Develop and implement the organisation’s financial strategy to support growth, sustainability, and long term goals.
*Provide financial insights & recommendations to the CEO, Senior Leadership Team & board of directors.
*Lead the financial planning & analysis process, ensuring alignment with organisational priorities.
Financial Management & Operations
*Oversee all financial operations.
*Manage the preparation of accurate & timely financial statements, budgets & forecasts.
*Ensure robust financial controls, policies & procedures are in place & adhered to.
*Monitor & optimize working capital, ensuring sufficient liquidity to meet operational needs.
Budgeting & Reporting
*Lead the annual budgeting process, working closely with department heads to ensure realistic & achievable goals.
*Prepare & present financial reports to stakeholders, including variance analysis, cash flow forecasts, business performance & other key performance indicators (KPIs).
*Support department heads with financial analysis, to improve department efficiency.
Risk Management
*Ensure compliance with financial regulations, tax requirements, and reporting standards.
*Identify financial risks & implement strategies to mitigate them.
*Ensure robust financial controls are in place & adhered to.
*Oversee compliance with all financial, legal, accreditation and regulatory requirements & reporting, legal accounting standards & laws, including GAAP, tax & banking regulations.
*Liaise with auditors, tax specialist & others as required to ensure appropriate monitoring of Company finances is maintained & to ensure timely delivery of the annual company audit & other regulatory reporting requirements.
*Ensure all appropriate Company insurances are in place & are cost effective.
*Oversee the Compliance function within the business, ensuring adherence to all ISO, PCI and Health & Safety standards.
Team Leadership & Development
*Lead & mentor the finance team, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration & continuous learning.
*Develop & implement training programmes to enhance the skills & capabilities of the finance team.
*Assist the Finance team, as required, through month end, year end & the annual budgeting process.
Partnerships & Stakeholder Engagement
*Collaborate with external stakeholders, including auditors, banks, insurance & legal partners to maintain strong relationships.
*Advise on the financial feasibility of new programs, initiatives & investments.
Board Duties & Company Secretary
*Member of the Board of Directors & Senior Leadership Team.
*Maintain the organisation’s statutory books, including; a register of present & past directors & secretaries; a register of all shareholders, past and present & their shareholdings; a register of any charges on the organisation’s assets; minutes of general meetings & board meetings & a register of the debenture holders.
*Arrange monthly or quarterly meetings of the directors.
*Ensure the security of the organisation’s legal documents.
Corporate
*If required to lead financial due diligence (buying or selling).
*Work with the CEO to prepare presentations/forecasts/plans for acquisitions.
*Work with the organisation’s engaged advisors to deliver the required outputs.
Profile
Key Requirements:
*A strong academic background in finance, accounting, or a related field.
*Professional accreditation (ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
*Proven experience in a senior financial managerial position.
*Strong knowledge of financial management, budgeting & forecasting.
*Proficiency in financial software & tools.
*Strong leadership, communication & stakeholder management experience & abilities.
*Excellent analytical & strategic thinking skills.
*Energetic, dynamic, enthusiastic, highly motivated, with a passion for excellence, self-development & innovation, in pursuit of business growth and success.
*Commercially astute & insightful, technically strong with the ability to operate at both strategic & operational levels.
*An influential, authentic, leader who understands & displays emotional intelligence, whilst readily mentoring, coaching & developing others.
*Takes ownership & the initiative, relishes a challenge, is proactive & results driven, whilst being focused on driving & delivering high quality outputs.
*Challenges the status quo & constantly seeks to develop & drive a culture of continuous improvement.
Job Offer
*A competitive salary (Please ask for more details)
*£5k car
*Bonus
*Life assurance 4 x Salary
*25 days leave