Head of Finance - 4 or 5 days - Family Owned SME - York
This is a fantastic unique opportunity for a Head of Finance to join an extremely successful and profitable family owned SME based in North Yorkshire.
The business has been running for just over 15 years, and has expanded and evolved within this time. As a result, the Owner is now looking to hire a Head of Finance to take overall responsibility for the finance function.
The role will report to and work closely with the Owner, overseeing the day-to-day running of the finances in an end-to-end, varied and autonomous role. You will play a crucial part in helping influence key business and strategic decision making, driving the business forward and forging and maintaining strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a truly autonomous role that will give you ownership and the opportunity to really add value and be part of the strategic direction of a varied and fast-paced SME.
The offices are based just outside of Harrogate on the York side, so are easily accessible from Harrogate, York, Wetherby, and Leeds. The business is open to someone working in this role either 4 or 5 days per week - so if you are looking for a role 4 days per week or reduced hours, this would be ideal!
The key duties will include:
* Improving and maintaining financial accounting systems, processes, and controls
* Budgeting and forecasting for multiple entities within the group
* Production of month-end reporting pack with commentary
* Review and develop all month-end closing activities including general ledger maintenance, balance sheet reconciliations, and cost allocations
* Preparation of year-end statutory accounts and returns
* Cashflow forecasting for multiple entities
* Liaison with bank to support treasury allocations
* Setup and management of multiple bank accounts
* Support in the management of Group's portfolio reporting including valuations
* VAT returns
* Oversight of preparation of tax computations
The successful candidate will:
* ACA or ACCA qualified with a minimum of 2 years PQE - Essential
* Have previous experience working within an SME or standalone senior finance role - Essential
* Have a good knowledge of both Excel and SAGE - Essential
* Have excellent business partnering and non-finance stakeholder management skills - Essential
* Have the ability to work autonomously within a varied and hands-on role - Essential
What's on offer?
* On-site parking within a beautiful office location in North Yorkshire
* Company Bonus
* Company Pension
* 4 day working week
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