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* Opportunity to join a start-up Tech business embarking on a rapid growth journey
* Work directly with a dynamic business owner
About Our Client
Our client are a rapidly growing Tech start-up.
Job Description
The Head of Finance will take responsibility for Financial Reporting, Statutory Accounts, Board Reporting, Treasury, Balance Sheet Control, Developing Budgets, Cash Forecasting and performing financial analysis, which will ensure the company has a continuously sound financial structure. They will develop a strong Financial Control framework and culture of continuous improvement to ensure compliance with all regulatory authorities.
Areas of responsibility include:
● Ensuring the company maintains a strong financial control environment by developing and
implementing new financial processes and improvements
● Oversee the financial strategic planning of the company by evaluating its performance and
potential risks.
● Perform regular financial analysis and production of KPI metrics.
● Lead the month end close process, including critical analysis of overheads and Balance
Sheet
● Review and presentation of company results to senior management
● Preparation of the monthly Board Pack for Board reporting
● Develop a robust treasury and cash management function
● Develop and provide business partnering services within the Finance Team and across the
wider business
● Review of VAT returns and Fixed Asset Register
● Complete monthly pension submissions
● Preparation of annual R&D Tax Credit claims
● Complete Share based reporting returns
● Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors and other services to ensure compliance with all
regulations
● Recognise patterns in company spending, revenue, and recommend solutions to any problem
areas.
● Plan and lead the year end Statutory audit process for the company
● Develop budgets that meet the requirements of company departments.
● Act as a business partner to establish departmental performance vs budget.
● Review and advise on any future acquisitions and investments.
● Develop process and rigorous financial control procedures.
The Successful Applicant
A qualified accountant (ACA/ ACCA/
CIMA)
● Strong technical accounting
knowledge (UK GAAP / IFRS)
● Experience in a similar role - ideally a
minimum of 5 years
● Excellent technical accounting
experience
● Understanding of internal controls
requirements
● Leading month end, year-end and
Statutory audit processes
● Communicate effectively, concisely
and accurately in emails and in
person
● Strong Microsoft Excel skills
● Good time management and
multitasking
● Comfortable with ambiguity
● Strong critical thinking and problem
solving skills
● Ability to take ownership and lead a
team
What's on Offer
● Salary: Competitive
● Expenses paid for all overnight stays, subsistence and mileage whilst on business.
● 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
● Pension plan (NEST)
● Being part of a supportive team with the ability to learn new skills and grow within the
company.
● Experience cutting edge technology and be part of a company that is shaping the future.
Michael Page is part of the PageGroup. Michael Page is a trading name of Michael Page International Recruitment Limited. Registered in England No. 04130921Registered Office: 200 Dashwood Lang Road, Bourne Business Park, Addlestone, Surrey, KT15 2NX
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