Job Description
Simpson Judge are exclusively partnered with an SME in Runcorn in their search for a Finance Director. Supporting the CFO, the Finance Director will oversee the full finance function, including managing a team of 9 and deliver strategic commercial insights and guidance to the SLT. This role is full time on site.
Locations: Runcorn (on site)
Salary: £70,000-£80,000
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and manage the daily financial operations across two companies, ensuring efficient and robust processes
* Production of monthly management accounts, including detailed variance analysis against forecasts and insightful commentary for board reporting
* Overseeing the preparation of statutory accounts, acting as the primary contact for external auditors
* Review and authorisation of client payments, ensuring accuracy and adherence to internal controls and timelines
* Working closely with the Credit Control team to ensure prompt collection of aged debt and resolution of outstanding balances
* Acting as a financial partner, offering strategic insight and high quality financial reporting for internal and external stakeholders
* Ensuring all statutory returns are completed and submitted accurately and on time, in full compliance with regulatory requirements
* Maintaining full compliance with SRA accounting rules, keeping accurate records and liaising effectively with auditors
* Overseeing purchase ledger and associated payment processes, ensuring strong financial controls are upheld
* Overseeing the timely and accurate processing of weekly payroll and pension submissions
* Supporting the annual insurance renewal process and ensuring accuracy and completion of all regulatory submissions
Requirements:
* ACA, ACCA, CIMA Qualified
* Proven experience in a hands on, senior financial leadership role
* Experience of SRA Accounts Rules would be beneficial
* Oversight of R&D activities, including cost tracking and tax credit optimisation, ideally within a service or regulated industry