We are currently seeking an experienced Head of Finance / Financial Controller to join a well-established SME based in Bedfordshire. As Head of Finance your role will be to manage the finances of the Company, provide insightful reporting to protect and assist the CEO, other directors and shareholders in maximising the value of this growing company over time. This position offers excellent benefits and opportunity. The role is to cover two sites based in Bedfordshire and will be 100% working on site.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Manage and develop the finance team.
- Produce timely and accurate management accounts each month, with supporting analysis.
- To be the day to day lead on finance and commercial matters within the Company.
- To support with financial analysis to maximise the commercial prospects for the company.
- To introduce a profit forecasting system using the company's reporting systems.
- To develop and maintain appropriate financial policies for the Company and to ensure all accounting activities comply with relevant regulations.
- Monitor, control and forecast the cash position of the company.
- Lead and control the annual budgeting process and to supplement this with regular financial forecasting and review and development of strategy.
- Act as the Company's representative with HMRC and other regulatory bodies, ensuring all returns and records are properly maintained and submitted.
- To liase with the company's external accountants/auditors and to manage the annual audit process
- Ensure the company has appropriate risk control in place.
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Finance Leader ideally from a Retail, Hospitality, sports background or direct from a Accountancy Firm
- ACA, ACCA, CIMA - Fully Qualified - 2 years post qualification+
- Experience in a growing or changing business environment.
- IT literate - excel - advanced level
- Experience of managing staff.
- Excellent accounting knowledge and an eye for detail.
- Ability to communicate with all staff in a company with various levels of financial experience.
For more information please contact Esther Greenwood at Satarah Recruitment.