Role Overview: 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.
* Manage the development and maintenance of key business metrics, 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:
* Education & Qualifications:
* ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent professional qualification.
* Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
* Experience:
* 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).
* Track record of implementing and maintaining financial controls and policies.
* Experience liaising with auditors, banks, lenders, and HMRC.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a strategic mindset.
* Excellent leadership and team management abilities.
* Proficient in financial reporting and KPI development.
* Comfortable to work with ambiguity when working at speed but also detailed at tasks that require accuracy.
* Advanced knowledge of ERP systems, particularly in manufacturing contexts.
* Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
* Personal Attributes:
* Proactive, innovative, and adaptable to change.
* Strong ethical standards and integrity.
What We Offer:
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* Opportunity to shape the financial strategy of a growing manufacturing business.
* A collaborative and innovative work environment.
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