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Your New Job Title: Mandarin speaking Head of Finance
The Skills You'll Need: Fluent in Mandarin and English, Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with significant post-qualification experience in a senior finance leadership role.
Your New Salary: Up to £80k Depending on the experience (Performance Related Bonus: Up to 2 months’ salary)
Location: Portsmouth (Occasional travelling to Manchester office is required)
Fully office based and on site
Permanent
Start date: ASAP
To be successful in this role our client has said it is essential that candidates:
* are fluent in Mandarin
* are Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
* have solid post-qualification experience in a senior finance leadership role
* have proven track record in managing working capital, FX exposure, and inventory processes
* are based near Portsmouth or willing to relocate to Portsmouth
Reporting Structure:
* Reports to the Managing Director via matrix.
* Functionally reports to the European CFO.
* Direct Reports: 4 finance team members
What You'll be Doing Each Day:
* Develop and execute comprehensive financial strategies to meet company's 20% annual growth target.
* Provide actionable financial insights to the Managing Director and European CFO to support key decision-making and organisational transformation.
* Oversee the preparation of annual budgets, forecasts, and long-term financial plans, ensuring alignment with strategic business objectives.
* Led financial modelling efforts to support product launches, market expansion, and dealer network development.
* Manage the annual inventory stock-taking process, ensuring accuracy and efficient control to minimise losses.
* Develop strategies to improve inventory turnover and optimise working capital.
* Lead efforts to manage and mitigate foreign exchange (FX) exposure in alignment with the company’s global operations.
* Collaborate with HQ to design and implement hedging or other mitigation strategies.
* Monitor cash flow, working capital, and liquidity to ensure financial stability.
* Oversee credit control and accounts receivable processes to reduce outstanding receivables and ensure dealer credit management.
* Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting in compliance with UK and international accounting standards.
* Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for local and regional stakeholders.
* Oversee tax planning, compliance, and reporting to meet regulatory requirements.
* Champion professional development within the finance team and ensure they have the tools and support to succeed.
* Support organisational restructuring efforts, ensuring the financial and operational processes align with company’s evolving business model.
* Oversee new product launches, providing cost analysis, pricing strategies, and investment planning.
* Maintain strong internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with both internal policies and external regulations.
The Skills You'll Need to Succeed:
* Professional fluency in Mandarin both written and verbal is a requirement.
* Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with significant post-qualification experience in a senior finance leadership role.
* Experience in construction equipment, heavy machinery, or related industries is highly desirable.
* Proven track record in managing working capital, FX exposure, and inventory processes.
* Experience in leading financial strategy and transformation, particularly in businesses transitioning their sales models.
* Strong knowledge of UK & international accounting standards and financial regulations.
* Experience of leading and developing high-performing finance teams.
* Exposure to working in an international, multi-cultural environment with experience in Chinese business culture preferred.
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