Head of Finance (FMCG/County Down) VANRATH are delighted to be working in partnership with a market leading business based in Warrenpoint to recruit a commercially astute Head of Finance to lead the finance team through an exciting phase of expansion and development, with a constant focus on financial excellence. Reporting to the Finance Director this is a fantastic opportunity to take on a key role within a fast paced diverse business. What's in it for you? Salary will be tailored to attract the best candidate in the market place Bonus and excellent benefits package Flexible/hybrid working What you'll do Support the CFO in providing effective management of the finance function by aligning the team to the company's vision for the future and driving positive change at pace. Assist in developing and delivering annual budgets and setting KPIs for the finance function in accordance with the wider strategy of the business Manage the finance team to consistently deliver high performance and financial excellence. Ensure robust internal controls, financial systems, performance analytics, and management practices are in place and upheld, to support a high-performing manufacturing organisation. Effective Treasury management, based on developed forecasts and projections, ensuring the business has appropriate Working Capital and Investment facilities in place to meet targets and goals. Identification of external funding opportunities from finance houses and government bodies, development of business cases and management of the subsequent projects and programs. Successful production and management of all weekly, monthly and annual reporting requirements, including internal and external auditors. Provide strong support to the CFO on business-wide matters, including all financial matters. Demonstrate commercial excellence and evaluate, challenge and optimise pricing and margin to help create competitive advantage and drive profitability. Knowledge and understanding of the business' processes and an ability to translate this to operational costs and ultimately profitability. Develop constructive working relationships with the C-Suite Team and Board through insightful communication and reporting. Manage a high-performance culture within the Finance Function, focusing on talent identification and development. About you Fully Qualified Accountant (ACA) 5+ years of post-qualification experience in finance management roles, ideally including experience as a proven Financial Manager, Controller or similar role in a substantial manufacturing business or in a related space. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to present and work closely with senior stakeholders For further information on this vacancy, or any other Senior Accountancy & Finance job in Belfast or Northern Ireland, apply via the link below or contact Joanne Gordon for a confidential chat today. Skills: Financial Controller Commercial Accountant Group Accountant Finance Manager Financial Controller Benefits: + bonus + benefits