Axon Moore are supporting a manufacturing SME near to Huddersfield in the appointment of their Finance Director.
This SME business are well positioned for future growth, and the appointment of a top calibre Finance Director is central to the business achieving its strategic goals in the coming years.
This is a pivotal role within the organisation and the Finance Director will take on a much broader role than purely overseeing finance, with their expertise being required across multiple facets of the business including operations and commercial.
There will be a requirement to be on site most of the time, however some hybrid working can be on offer once the person has settled into the business and has got 'under the skin' of the key priorities and built key relationships.
Responsibilities
* Lead the finance function, overseeing all day to day reporting, budgeting, forecasting and month end activities
* Manage daily/weekly cash position, keeping tight controls of working capital
* Prepare board packs for submission to shareholders
* Manage key external relationships including banking partners, relating to matters regarding financing and future investments
* Ensure all compliance including tax, VAT, statutory filings etc
* Seek out improvements in reporting processes and systems
* Integrate into the wider business, ensuring finance has a voice in the business and is able to challenge operational leaders and functions
Qualifications
* Qualified finance professional with experience in a 'hands on' financial leadership role in an SME
* Able to balance leadership and strategic support with a willingness to be 'hands on' and involved in the detailed accounting duties along with the team
* Able to review the work of the team, as well and mentor team members
* Able to influence the board, challenge stakeholders and ensure the business remains on a sound footing
If this role is of interest and you feel you have the required skills and experience, please apply ASAP. We look forward to hearing from you.
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