Head of Finance

Role:

The Head of Finance will lead the financial operations of a dynamic manufacturing business, ensuring robust financial controls, accurate reporting, and insight for operational and commercial objectives. This role encompasses full responsibility for transactional finance, FP&A, policy development, and the management of financial systems and controls. The Head of Finance will play a key role in supporting the Finance Director maintaining financial health, ensuring compliance, driving continuous improvement in financial processes and the wider business to achieve the strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the transactional finance team, ensuring timely and accurate processing of accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and other financial transactions.
• Monitor cash flow and working capital to ensure we are achieving our objectives.
• Drive improvements in KPI reporting to enhance operational and financial efficiency.
• Oversee the maintenance and analysis of standard costing within the ERP system.
• Leverage in-depth experience with fully integrated ERP systems in a manufacturing environment.
• Ensure ERP systems are optimised for standard costing and financial reporting.
• Provide insights to improve cost control and operational efficiency.
• Define, monitor, and report KPIs for the finance team.
• Develop, implement, and maintain company financial policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning.
• Provide detailed financial analysis to support strategic decision-making.
• Managing the development and maintenance of key business metric, highlighting key insights and recommendations.
• Maintain tight financial controls to safeguard company assets and ensure data integrity.
• Conduct regular reviews of processes to identify and mitigate risks.
• Take full responsibility for the accuracy and integrity of the balance sheet and trial balance.
• Ensure timely completion of month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Liaise with auditors, ensuring smooth and efficient audit processes.
• Build and maintain relationships with banks, lenders, and HMRC, ensuring compliance and effective communication.
• Train and support staff in the effective use of the ERP system.

Key Requirements:

• ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent professional qualification.
• Significant experience in a senior finance role within a manufacturing business and dealing with C suite stakeholders.
• Proven expertise in standard costing and ERP system management (Epicor advantageous).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a strategic mindset.
• Excellent leadership and team management abilities.
• Proficient in financial reporting and KPI development.
• Advanced knowledge of ERP systems, particularly in manufacturing contexts.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive, innovative, and adaptable to change.
• Strong ethical standards and integrity.

What they offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to shape the financial strategy of a growing manufacturing business.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Professional development opportunities.

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