Head of Finance - Exclusive (Robert Half) - Based in Crick office based with flexibility/hybrid once probation has been passed.
Robert Half are exclusively supporting the search for a Head of Finance, reporting to the Finance and Commercial Director and leading a team of four (2 Accounts Administrators, Finance Administrator, Credit Controller).
Role ownership:
1. Own end-to-end operational finance delivery
2. Lead monthly management accounts (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow)
3. Own budgeting, forecasting, and rolling forecasts
4. Oversee AP, AR, payroll, and full month-end close
5. Manage fixed assets (demo & hire fleet) including SAP processing, disposals, and depreciation
Control & compliance:
6. Strengthen internal controls and financial governance
7. Improve reporting processes, systems, and financial discipline
8. Support year-end audit process
9. Ensure tax and regulatory compliance (including VAT)
10. Identify and manage financial and operational risk
Commercial support:
11. Deliver financial insight and analysis to support decision-making
12. Improve forecasting accuracy through business driver understanding
13. Support challenge of cost base, margins, and performance assumptions
14. Drive profitability through commercial finance support
Leadership & delivery:
15. Lead, develop, and scale a small finance team
16. Embed accountability, structure, and process discipline
17. Drive automation and continuous improvement across finance
18. Ensure the function is scalable to support growth
Stakeholder scope:
19. Act as finance partner to operational teams and senior leadership
20. Operate across all levels from shop floor to board level
21. Engage with international stakeholders and major customers
22. UK & European travel may be required
Requirements:
23. Qualified accountant (CIMA / ACCA or equivalent)
24. Strong ERP experience (SAP preferred)
25. 5+ years' senior commercial finance experience
26. Proven leadership experience in a hands-on environment
27. Strong balance of operational detail and commercial thinking
Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training.