Job brief
This is a highly confidential engagement managed by THE CFO HQ to support one of our CFOs on an interim basis. We are looking for an experienced finance professional to support us with a pivotal project. Located in Manchester, we are seeking an experienced Finance Controller/Finance Director who will oversee our client's daily finance operations, strategy, reporting, people management, and transformation initiatives during a critical transition period. If this aligns with your expertise, we would love to hear from you.
The Role
Reporting directly to the CFO, the Interim expert will play a key role in overseeing financial operations, ensuring compliance, and supporting strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate will work closely with our CFO to stabilize and enhance financial processes, contributing to long-term growth initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the finance function, ensuring effective financial management, planning, and reporting.
* Oversee financial controls, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
* Oversee month-end operations and monthly management reporting.
* Oversee the ongoing audit process, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
* Drive transformation initiatives, optimizing financial systems and processes.
* Collaborate with Directors and Shareholders to align financial strategy with business objectives.
* Provide strategic insights and recommendations to support commercial decision-making.
* Ensure robust risk management, governance, and financial integrity.
* Work closely with external auditors, advisors, and stakeholders.
* Manage finance team to ensure stability and clarity of purpose with all finance initiatives and projects.
* Create and implement new sales initiatives, methods, and programs in order to increase revenue.
Requirements
* Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with significant leadership experience.
* Strong background in financial management, audit, and transformation.
* Proven ability to work in a dynamic and fast-evolving business environment.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
* Experience working within infrastructure, engineering, or related sectors is advantageous.
* Strong communication and presentation skills.
* Ability to operate at both strategic and hands-on levels, ensuring financial resilience and operational efficiency.
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