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We have been retained by our Liverpool based client to hire a highly skilled and experienced Director of Finance to lead and oversee the financial operations. This is a key leadership position where you will have full accountability for all Finance and Accounting activities.
As Director of Finance, you will be an integral member of the Leadership team, engaging with senior leadership at both regional and head office levels. You will lead a talented finance team of finance professionals and manage a wide range of financial operations, including audits, internal controls, tax management, financial reporting, and budgeting. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced Head of Finance or Finance Director to leverage their leadership skills and drive financial excellence across the region.Salary/benefits:
- £90-120k plus car allowance
- Bonus
- 10% pension
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the management and control of audits for the UK & Ireland entities, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.
- Oversee the GL, AP, and AR ledgers, including revenue control and payroll management.
- Manage internal controls and ensure compliance with tax obligations, including VAT, NIC/PAYE, and Corporation Tax.
- Lead risk management efforts to prevent and mitigate fraud and financial loss across the business.
- Manage and mentor a team of finance professionals, fostering a culture of high performance and continuous development.
- Collaborate with senior leadership teams to prepare budgets, manage internal reporting, and drive financial decision-making.
- Prepare and submit year-end statutory accounts, ensuring compliance with legal requirements.
- Oversee external reporting, including filing with Companies House and managing tax computations with advisors.
Skills & Experience:
- Fully Qualified Accountant (ACCA or ACA).
- Extensive experience in a senior finance leadership role, such as Head of Finance or Finance Director.
- Experience of larger company and shared service environments an advantage
- Strong people leadership and management skills, with a proven ability to drive high engagement and performance within teams.
- Proven experience in managing audits and tax requirements
- Experience with financial accounting software and systems.
- Experience in the shipping and/or logistics sectors is advantageous
