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Finance Director

Results driven CIMA qualified Finance Director with extensive experience in fast moving operations and commercial functions. Proven track record in driving change through the leadership and involvement of cross functional teams. Confident and engaging presenter, with the ability to forge solid working relationships across multiple organisational levels. Available from the start of July.

Drove the development of a 3 year business strategy to improve profit margins by 10% through a combination of operational improvements and targeted category management
Ensured they were the first site to go fully live with the implementation of a centrally-led project to utilise Cognos as a reporting tool
Developed suite of Factory (Manufacturing) Accounts to enable clear understanding of the all variances for use in focused decision making
Successfully led the site through the implementation of SOX regulations when acquired
Developed new suite of daily and weekly reporting to provide more insightful information to decision makers
Redesign of Balance Sheet Rec procedure to ensure information is relevant and assists tight Balance Sheet control
Developed and presented Finance For Non-Finance Managers course to enable non-finance colleagues to understand the finance process and how they can influence profit
Key member in the delivery of two SAP implementations
Worked with Engineering Manager to track Engineering costs and introduce cost saving measures which saved £375k p.a. (Total Engineering spend of £2.5m)

Strategy Formulation and Implementation
Financial Planning and Budgeting
Financial Analysis and Insight delivery
Relationship Management (internal and external)
Continuous Improvement focus – assessing and improving processes and systems
Strong “Right First Time” attitude
Change Management and Engagement
Team Development and Leadership

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