In a Nutshell…
We have an exciting opportunity for a Head of Finance to join our team within Vistry Kent, at our West Malling office. As our Head of Finance, you will be responsible for the timely production of accurate financial reporting along with the management of the finance team. The role will offer financial support and guidance to all departments of the business to continually improve the financial performance.
This is a 6-month fixed-term contract.
Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you…
Competitive basic salary and annual bonus
Company car, car allowance or travel allowance
Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees
Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service
2 Volunteering days per annum
Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover
Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice
Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary
Share save and share incentive schemes
Employee rewards portal with many more benefits…In return, what we would like from you…
Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality
CIMA, ACCA, ACMA
Should ideally have worked at a senior level ideally within a UK construction/housebuilding organisation
Demonstrable strong financial management and commercial experience and track record of supporting business growth
Well-developed analytical, oral and presentation/communication skills
Ability to formulate financial plans (long term and tactical) and ensure full engagement
Ability to influence change and build/maintain strong financial management within the business
Must be capable of maintaining a high level of energy and team spirit that enhances goal attainment
An enthusiastic leader and strong team player, with the ability to operate and excel in a changing and rapidly growing environment
Willingness and ability to travel throughout the UK occasionally as requiredMore about the Head of Finance role…
Ensure that regional finance and accounting requirements are accurately and efficiently carried out in accordance with recognised accounting standards, Group requirements and within set deadlines.
Ensure the key assumptions, risks and opportunities under-pinning business financial performance/project performance are robustly challenged, clearly understood and managed.
Assist with the production of budgets, forecasts and long-term strategic plans ensuring these reflect the ambition and aims of the business are challenging but achievable, regularly reviewed and updated.
Oversee the financial management of Joint Ventures in the region including monthly reporting to the Joint Venture boards.
Key focus on cash management including management of working capital.
Ensure routine processes are embedded across the business to ensure risk is highlighted and managed - e.g. limits of authority, contract review process.
Ensure transaction process is efficient, processes streamlined and waste minimal.
Management of the business unit finance team.
Assist with the Preparation of monthly finance board papers.
Produce miscellaneous commercial and financial reports as required.
Deal with half year and full year audit queries and manage any Joint Venture audit requirements.Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us…
We build more than homes, we're making Vistry. Being a responsible developer and award-winning employer means we live each day through our ethos - doing the right thing. Our behaviours reflect this, as well as our values of integrity, caring and quality. Shaping all we do; they empower us to develop sustainable communities across affordable and private housing. We work in a partnership-led way, and you'll recognise our renowned brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Together with Vistry Works, our manufacturing operation, and the functional support of Vistry Services, we're a proud UK Green Building Council member, UK top five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating, and winner of many awards including Top Employer, Global Top Inspiring Workplaces, and Best for Talent Attraction and Outreach.
Join us in making Vistry.
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