Head of Finance

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Hays is proud to be working exclusively with a well-established, highly reputable building services company to appoint their next Head of Finance. This organisation has been operating for over 30 years, designing and installing specialist products into commercial developments and creating innovative solutions for their customers. They pride themselves on their long-standing relationships and success with some leading businesses nationwide.

You will work closely with the CEO and members of the senior leadership team to help drive financial strategy and achieve ambitious growth plans. The company is looking to increase its revenue by 60% over the next 3 years and, as such, is seeking an experienced Financial Controller or Head of Finance to lead that growth. You will have full autonomy over the daily financial operations, the development of systems and processes and have input into the commercial strategy of the business.

More specifically, you will be responsible for the following:

• Management of the existing finance team, including the upskilling and development of staff members
• Implementation, development and optimisation of the new ERP/CRM system
• Driving improvements and efficiencies in financial analysis and reporting
• Managing cash flow
• Creating and developing financial growth strategy
• Enhancement of financial controls
• Working with senior leadership on forecasting models
• Business partnering with operational parts of the business to maximise revenue
• Board reporting and interpretation of financial information
• Oversight of statutory reporting processes.

This role is a full-time role, working 40 hours per week between Monday and Friday. The role will be primarily office-based, but some flexibility could be afforded for the right candidate.

You will ideally:

• Be a fully qualified accountant
• Have experience in construction, product installation or similar building services industry
• Have experience of implementing and developing financial systems and processes
• Have strong cash flow management experience
• Have experience working with PE-backed businesses
• Be a 'people-focused' leader with strong communication and stakeholder management experience

• competitive salary of between £60-85,000 per annum
• a company car
• 25 days annual leave (+ bank holidays)
• private medical insurance
• an enhanced pension scheme
• profit-related bonus