Mandarin speaking Head of Finance

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The Skills You'll Need: Fluent in Mandarin and English, Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with significant post-qualification experience in a senior finance leadership role.

Your New Salary: Up to £80k Depending on the experience (Performance Related Bonus: Up to 2 months’ salary)

Location: Portsmouth (Occasional travelling to Manchester office is required)

Fully office based and on site

Permanent

Start date: ASAP

Reporting Structure:

• Reports to the Managing Director via matrix.
• Functionally reports to the European CFO.
• Direct Reports: 4 finance team members

Mandarin speaking Head of Finance - What You'll be Doing Each Day:

• Develop and execute comprehensive financial strategies to meet company's 20% annual growth target.
• Provide actionable financial insights to the Managing Director and European CFO to support key decision-making and organisational transformation.
• Oversee the preparation of annual budgets, forecasts, and long-term financial plans, ensuring alignment with strategic business objectives.
• Led financial modelling efforts to support product launches, market expansion, and dealer network development.
• Manage the annual inventory stock-taking process, ensuring accuracy and efficient control to minimise losses.
• Develop strategies to improve inventory turnover and optimise working capital.
• Lead efforts to manage and mitigate foreign exchange (FX) exposure in alignment with the company’s global operations.
• Collaborate with HQ to design and implement hedging or other mitigation strategies.
• Monitor cash flow, working capital, and liquidity to ensure financial stability.
• Oversee credit control and accounts receivable processes to reduce outstanding receivables and ensure dealer credit management.
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting in compliance with UK and international accounting standards.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for local and regional stakeholders.
• Oversee tax planning, compliance, and reporting to meet regulatory requirements.
• Champion professional development within the finance team and ensure they have the tools and support to succeed.
• Support organisational restructuring efforts, ensuring the financial and operational processes align with company’s evolving business model.
• Oversee new product launches, providing cost analysis, pricing strategies, and investment planning.
• Maintain strong internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with both internal policies and external regulations.

Mandarin speaking Head of Finance - The Skills You'll Need to Succeed:

• Professional fluency in Mandarin both written and verbal is a requirement.
• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with significant post-qualification experience in a senior finance leadership role.
• Experience in construction equipment, heavy machinery, or related industries is highly desirable.
• Proven track record in managing working capital, FX exposure, and inventory processes.
• Experience in leading financial strategy and transformation, particularly in businesses transitioning their sales models.
• Strong knowledge of UK & international accounting standards and financial regulations.
• Experience of leading and developing high-performing finance teams.
• Exposure to working in an international, multi-cultural environment with experience in Chinese business culture preferred.

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