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Head of Finance

Four Recruitment Ltd
Posted a month ago, valid for 6 days
Location

Liverpool, Merseyside L32 9SH

Salary

£50,000 - £60,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • Our client, an ecommerce business, is seeking a Head of Finance to manage month-end duties, FP&A, and financial controls.
  • The role involves collaborating with the CEO and founders to guide the company's strategic direction and improve profitability.
  • Candidates should have a strong finance background, either chartered or qualified by experience, with a people-first approach.
  • The position offers a salary of £70,000 to £80,000 and requires at least 5 years of relevant experience.
  • The company boasts a supportive culture and has experienced over 40% growth in the last year, with similar expectations moving forward.

Our client is a down to earth business based within the ecommerce sector, looking for someone to join as their Head of Finance.

This role will work closely with the CEO and founders of the business, managing month end duties, FP&A, implementing and improving financial controls. Working collaboratively, you'll help guide the strategic direction of the business, future proofing against risk and improving profitability.

For success, it is vital that we bring in an experienced profile with a people-first approach and understanding of efficiencies.

With an inspirational founder, the company has a family-like feel with a close-knit team and excellent company culture. The company has experienced growth of over 40% in the last 12 months with a similar level of growth expected in the coming years.

The Role

Managing the finance function for a successful SME - working with the CEO and being supported by an accounts junior.

  • Managing the FP&A function, annual budgeting, and forecasting
  • Implementation of financial controls and actively looking to shape the finance function.
  • Managing the year end and audit process
  • Acting as an advisory for the company CEO
  • Managing the month end process - MI and commentary - preparation assisted by the company bookkeeper.
  • Managing and developing a small finance team.
  • Financial analysis across the business, particularly identifying areas to increase profitability and improve efficiencies.
  • Assisting in a range of projects, all round requiring a hands-on approach and adaptability

Experience Required

A strong candidate for the position will be someone with

  • Strong interpersonal skills and familiar with an SME / Non corporate environment
  • Inclusive of all with a collaborative approach
  • Strong finance background, either chartered or qualified by experience.
  • Willingness to strongly ingrain into the company culture and be part of a collective
  • For this position we are open to someone who will move into the position as a growth role, or an experienced financial controller / head of finance who is looking for a new challenge

Please submit your CV for immediate consideration.

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