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Ref - Finance Director/Head of Finance – Ref 1070

Finance Director/Head of Finance

Immediately available ACCA qualified Finance Director seeking their next opportunity. Strong core competences in producing and interpreting board and management information and implementing practical changes to increase profitability, reduce overheads and improve efficiencies. Enjoys the challenge of adding value to an organisation and possesses sound analytical skills to look through the numbers to the root causes of why things change. Advanced Excel skills including keyboard short cuts, macros, indexes, matches and pivot tables. Comfortable in training staff on how to improve their skills. Completed an Executive MBA

Led the preparation of management accounts with variance analysis and detailed commentary to support financial decision-making and business performance. Prepared and presented the monthly board pack, delivering key financial insights and performance metrics to support strategic decisions for a £65m turnover business.
Managed contract costing and financial analysis, driving better cost control and project profitability. Developed and implemented financial processes, procedures, and KPIs to enhance operational efficiency and monitor business performance. Collaborated with fellow Directors to drive financial efficiencies, provide financial guidance, and enhance understanding of key financial drivers throughout the business. Drove continuous improvement in financial processes and systems, leveraging automation tools to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
Spearheaded the annual budget process, working closely with senior leadership team and shareholders to set realistic financial targets and ensure alignment with business goals. Led Capex management and ensured effective allocation of capital investments in line with strategic priorities.

Managed and improved cash flow forecasting to ensure liquidity and optimize financial planning across the business achieving forecast accuracy over 98% across the 2024 financial year. Managed debtor collections to optimize cash flow and reduce outstanding receivables.
Oversaw payroll and HR functions, ensuring timely and accurate payroll processing while maintaining compliance with relevant regulations. Led a team of 15 accounts staff, providing coaching, mentoring, and performance management to build a high-performing team.
Coordinated year-end accounts preparation, statutory returns, and audit processes, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements. Full balance sheet and control account reconciliations, providing in-depth analysis and review to ensure financial accuracy and integrity.
Liaised with external stakeholders, including banks, auditors, and tax advisors, to ensure timely and accurate reporting and compliance. Successfully set up foreign country banking facility to facilitate international expansion as well as arranging an overdraft facility with current bank to fund M&A targets. Exposure to acquisitions and its financial implications, contributing to strategic growth and business development initiatives.

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