Finance Director (Maternity Cover, 12-Month Contract)Location: PrestonDepartment: FinanceSalary: Competitive
A leading travel and tourism company, part of a globally recognized group, is looking for a Finance Director to join its UK Head Office near Preston for a 12-month maternity cover contract.
In this senior role, you will provide financial leadership and strategic direction across multiple key areas: Management Accounting, Finance Systems, financial and regulatory reporting, Financial Control, and Treasury. You'll be responsible for driving efficiencies, standardizing processes, and delivering accurate financial reports in line with group policies.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Provide financial guidance and support for various business units and shared service functions.
2. Lead the standardization of financial reporting across the UK businesses and shared services.
3. Maintain a strong financial control environment, ensuring alignment with group policies.
4. Manage internal and external audit processes, delivering accurate and timely reports.
5. Oversee balance sheet reconciliation, cash flow forecasting, and financial risk management.
6. Deliver consolidated reporting for actuals, forecasts, budgets, statutory accounts, and more.
7. Lead and develop the Finance team, fostering a high-performance culture and ensuring robust su...