Job Description
An Opportunity to Become the Financial Right Hand to the Owners of a Fast-Growth BusinessNot every finance role offers a genuine seat at the table.Some are focused purely on reporting. Others are heavily transactional. This opportunity sits firmly in the middle.We're partnering with a fast-growing, entrepreneurial business that is entering an exciting phase of development and is now seeking an experienced finance professional to join on an initial six-month contract.Reporting directly to the owners, this is a broad and highly visible role that combines hands-on financial management with genuine commercial influence and financial stewardship.
For the right individual, this presents an opportunity to make a meaningful impact, helping shape decision-making, improve visibility of performance and support the continued growth of the business.Responsibilities:You'll take ownership of the finance function whilst acting as a trusted advisor to the leadership team, providing clear financial insight and helping guide strategic decision-making.Responsibilities are expected to include:Production and presentation of monthly management accountsBudgeting, forecasting and cashflow managementFinancial analysis and performance reportingProviding commercial insight and financial support to the ownersOverseeing payroll processes across both permanent and temporary sides of the businessManaging balance sheet reconciliations and month-end activitiesEnsuring robust financial controls and governanceSupporting external accountants, auditors and advisers where requiredDriving process improvements and identifying operational efficienciesSupporting wider business initiatives and growth plansThis is very much a role for someone who enjoys rolling up their sleeves whilst maintaining a strategic and commercial perspective. It is likely to appeal to a current Finance Manager, Financial Controller or Head of Finance who enjoys operating in an SME environment where no two days are the same.About You:We're keen to speak with commercially minded finance professionals who enjoy operating within dynamic SME environments.You will likely be:ACA, ACCA, CIMA qualified or qualified by experienceCould be operating as a Finance Manager, Financial Controller, Head of Finance or similarComfortable working both strategically and hands-onExperienced in producing management accounts, budgeting and forecastingConfident partnering with senior stakeholders and business ownersSolutions-focused with a proactive approachComfortable in overseeing a payroll facilityAble to work independently and take ownershipExperience within professional services, recruitment or staffing or another service-led environment would be advantageous, although by no means essential.If you're looking for a contract opportunity where you can genuinely add value and work closely with business owners, we'd be delighted to speak with you. Please get in touch with the team at Gifford and Partners for immediate shortlisting and a anticipated start within the next 2 weeks.TPBN1_UKTJ