Jacob Grey have just partnered with a niche manufacturing SME in Slough to appoint a Number 1 in Finance. Ambitious FCs seeking their first FD role OR seasoned commercial Finance Directors will both be considered. This is a superb opportunity to join a successful, people-centric business, anticipating strong growth over the next 3-5 years. Reporting to and working closely with a charismatic and ambitious MD, your duties will include: Leading and developing a small finance function Responsibility for the Annual Statutory accounts (including bringing in-house) Overseeing all day-to-day financial operations and compliance including monthly financial reporting, year end, budgets, cashflow, VAT, debt, etc Introducing and streamlining financial processes Working closely with the CEO/MD to provide commercial insight based on in-depth financial analysis. May include reviewing sales margins, existing cost base, business processes, materials, etc) Guiding and advising the MD on the viability of new ventures via analysis and previous experience including scenarios such as expanding overseas, new acquisitions, etc. Stock accounting and WIP Liaising with banks and other external bodies Raising capital where applicable Making recommendations for investment where applicable Acting as a business partner to, and working closely with, the Operations teams Introducing and optimising new technology/financial systems where applicable Ad hoc projects when required On offer is a market leading package, a degree of hybrid working, healthcare, and crucially the opportunity to genuinely impact on the growth/direction of this business as well as your own career! The successful candidate will be CIMA/ACCA/ACA Qualified, have demonstrative experience in a similar role (raising capital/investment/new ventures NOT necessarily required for someone joining at FC level). You must be commercially minded, tech savvy, brimming with initiative, and possess a positive, upbeat demeanour. We look forward to receiving your application.