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Job title: Head of Finance
Package: £80k - £90k
Location: West Sussex (hybrid role, 2-3 days in the office)
Reporting to: M.D.
Job type: Full Time
Our Client
Our client is a well-established facilities management SME based in West Sussex.
They are in a strong financial position and are looking to recruit a forward-thinking Head of Finance who will play a key role in transforming the finance department and creating a solid platform for their future growth.
Head of Finance - The Role
As Head of Finance, you will support the MD with introducing processes and controls to tighten up the finance function and help with next stage growth plans.
You will be required to get into the detail, understanding and improving processes, whilst also being confident managing a small team and presenting financial data and recommendations to senior management.
Key responsibilities include:
- Overseeing the finances of the business including production and analysis of monthly results and responsibility for VAT, tax, cash management, oversight of payroll etc;
- Ability to provide sound financial and commercial management, including budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management;
- Coordinate the preparation of accurate and timely financial reports and develop systems to improve reporting requirements;
- Prepare and present financial reports;
- Ensure all statutory financial compliance requirements are met;
- Assist with ad hoc finance projects.
The Successful Applicant
As Head of Finance, you will be a qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) who has experience of working in low margin B2B SME’s.
Ideally you will demonstrate:
- A diligent, problem solving and proactive attitude - prepared to be into the detail of the accounts as well as assisting with strategic planning;
- Experience of developing systems to improve reporting requirements;
- Strong analytical, presentation and Excel skills;
- Excellent communication and presentation skills;
- A pragmatic, self-motivated and proactive mindset.
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