We're looking for an exceptional Head of Finance to join our leadership team and play a pivotal role in shaping the financial strategy of our growing business. This is a hands-on and strategic role suited to a commercially minded finance leader who can help steer and sustain the company's ongoing growth.Reporting directly to the CEO, you will lead all aspects of the finance function - from financial planning and analysis to reporting, risk management, and compliance. You'll be a key strategic partner to the wider business, providing insight, challenge, and direction as we continue to scale.Head of Finance Key Responsibilities* Lead and develop the finance function, ensuring robust financial processes and controls* Deliver accurate budgeting, forecasting, and monthly management accounts* Provide commercial and strategic insight to support key business decisions* Oversee cash flow, working capital, and risk management* Ensure full compliance with UK statutory, tax, and regulatory requirements* Manage external stakeholders, including auditors, banks, and investors* Support fundraising and investment activity as requiredWhat We're Looking For* Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)* Minimum 5 years' post-qualification experience, with a strong background in financial leadership* Experience in a scaling business, with a track record of improving service, quality, and profitability, is preferred.* Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills* Commercially minded with a strategic outlook, but comfortable rolling up your sleeves* Proficient in financial systems and data-led decision makingBenefits include, excellent salary, performance-related bonus, 25+ days holiday + bank holidays, pension scheme and private healthcare, flexible/hybrid working arrangements, a values-driven, collaborative working culture and the opportunity to shape the financial future of an ambitious business.Artis Recruitment provide specialist recruitment services within HR, Finance, IT, Procurement, Marketing, Customer Contact and Executive Search. By applying to this position, you acknowledge that you have read and accept our Privacy Policy: https://privacy-policy
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Artis Recruitment
Posted 16 hours ago, valid for 15 days
Newport, Newport NP20 7AE, Wales
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- We are seeking a Head of Finance to join our leadership team and influence the financial strategy of our expanding business.
- This role requires a fully qualified accountant with a minimum of 5 years' post-qualification experience in financial leadership.
- The Head of Finance will report directly to the CEO and manage all finance functions, including budgeting, forecasting, and compliance.
- The position offers an excellent salary along with a performance-related bonus, 25+ days of holiday, and other benefits.
- Candidates should possess strong analytical and communication skills, with a proven track record in a scaling business.
