Job Description
"Great leaders don’t set out to be a leader…they set out to make a difference. It’s never about the role - always about the goal." Lisa Haisha.Sheridan Maine is delighted to be partnering with a well-established and respected organisation to recruit a Head of Finance. Based in a location that is easily commutable from Bath and Bristol, this is a key leadership position offering the opportunity to take ownership of the finance function in a commercially focused and strategically important role.Role OverviewThe Head of Finance will be responsible for overseeing the financial management of the function ensuring robust financial control, delivering insight to support strategic decision-making, and working closely with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders.This is a broad role that would suit an experienced finance professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and is confident in both operational and strategic areas of finance.Key responsibilities of the Head of Finance include:
* Lead and manage the finance function, ensuring high standards of financial reporting, control, and compliance.
* Maintain oversight of key financial and operational aspects of projects, including budgeting, cash flow, credit, and risk management.
* Develop and maintain effective budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
* Provide financial insight and analysis to support strategic and operational decisions.
* Build strong relationships with key stakeholders across the business to promote financial awareness and discipline.
* Lead on the preparation of monthly management accounts and year-end statutory reporting.
* Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory and legal requirements.
* Identify opportunities to improve processes and drive efficiencies within the finance function.
The successful Head of Finance:
* Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
* Proven experience in a senior finance role with a strong commercial and strategic focus.
* Demonstrates a solid working knowledge of project accounting principles and practices.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships across all levels of the organisation.
* Strong leadership skills, with the ability to manage and develop a finance team.
Benefits:
* Competitive salary.
* Hybrid working arrangement.
* Comprehensive benefits package including pension, holiday, and other employee perks.
If you’re an experienced Finance professional looking for your next opportunity in a supportive and forward-thinking business, we’d love to hear from you. Click "Apply" today to take the next step in your career!You are required to be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction.Due to the high volume of applications, it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days, please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.