Head of Finance

Adapro Talent Partners are delighted to have been retained by a Buckinghamshire based SME business who are looking to recruit a Head of Finance, on a permanent basis.

The Head of Finance is a newly created role, and will be responsible for enhancing the business facing profile of the finance department. The role requires a technically strong, commercially astute individual capable of managing all aspects of FP&A, controlling, and influencing cross functional decision-making. They will also drive efficiency and continuous improvement within in processes and shall also be a key member of the operational leadership team.

Responsibilities:

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A):

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling, providing insights to support decision-making.
• Support and challenge budget holders with operational expenditure reviews.
• Develop integrated budgeting model including cashflow forecast and balance sheet.
• Accountable for rolling cashflow forecasting and working capital analysis to the Finance Director and wider leadership team.
• Develop and maintain key financial performance metrics.
• Ability to design, build and refine models to support strategic decision making and operational efficiency.

Month-End Close & Financial Reporting:

• Accountable for the delivery of accurate and timely management accounts across multiple legal entities, ensuring consistency of accounting policies and intercompany reconciliations.
• Ensure accuracy of Management Accounts and ensure all numbers have been reviewed and are supported.
• Ensure timely completion of month-end reconciliations and quarterly tax returns.
• Maintain and control the fixed asset register.
• Lead the audit programme ensuring that Statutory Accounts are completed for all group companies.

Team Leadership & Process Improvement:

• Lead and manage the finance team to ensure processes are enhanced and that KPI's are delivered.
• Manage, mentor, and develop the finance team, fostering high performance.
• Ensure a high degree of financial literacy within the wider business.
• Maximise the efficient use of the ERP system.
• Ensure systems, controls and documentation are maintained to an investor-grade standard, supporting audit and due diligence requirements.

Skills & Competencies:

• Professional Qualification: ACA, ACCA, CIMA qualified (D) with 5 years post qualification experience (E).
• Stock Knowledge:
  Experience of working within a buy/sell wholesale business, managing stock accounting processes/procedures (E).
• Technical Expertise: Sound background in all aspects of financial control including management accounting and the management of ledgers (E).
• Software Expertise: Proficient in Excel (E) and Business Central (D) with an interest in enhancing technical skills. Expertise in PowerBI or Phocas would be advantageous (D).
• Modelling: Advanced financial modelling expertise with proven ability to develop complex, robust models (E).
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to analyse financial data, provide strategic recommendations and influence business decisions (E).
• Problem Solving & Commercial Awareness: Able to apply business acumen to financial information and present complex information in an easy to digest format (D).
• Leadership & Communication: Strong management skills (E) and ability to work alongside and challenge management teams (E).
• Accuracy & Attention to Detail: Takes pride in quality of work and ensures that all information is provided in an accurate way (E).
• Adaptability & Resilience: Thrives in a fast past, evolving environment whilst maintaining focus and flexibility (E).

Our Client is offering a Salary of £80,000 - £90,000 + Bonus + Benefits
This role will require an onsite presence 4 days per week at the South Buckinghamshire HQ, with 1 day working remotely.