Overview
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Head of Finance to lead our finance operations and team. Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you will oversee the day-to-day running of the finance function, ensuring robust reporting, compliance, and support to the wider business. This role is ideally suited to a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with 1-3 years PQE who is eager to take ownership of an SME finance team within Manufacturing and play a key role in driving process accuracy and financial insight.
Key Responsibilities
* Team Leadership & Development: Manage and develop a finance team of three, ensuring effective delivery of daily finance tasks; provide coaching, support, and cross-cover across the team where required.
* Month-End & Management Reporting: Lead the month-end close process, delivering accurate and timely management accounts; prepare and submit monthly reporting to the international parent company, including intercompany reconciliations and reporting.
* Project & Inventory Accounting: Partner with Operations to ensure accurate project accounting, including revenue recognition, WIP and Deferred Income; support inventory management processes and ensure integrity of project costs.
* Compliance & Control: Prepare quarterly VAT returns; manage payroll in conjunction with HR and Sales Director, including P11D reporting; maintain strong financial controls, ensuring accuracy in day-to-day postings and reconciliations.
* Business Partnering & Ad-Hoc Support: Collaborate with stakeholders across Operations, Sales, and the wider business; support the Finance Director with analysis, ad-hoc tasks, and strategic initiatives.
Candidate Profile
* Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA), ideally 1-3 years PQE.
* Experience in an SME environment; manufacturing or project-based business desirable.
* Hands-on approach with willingness to get involved across different areas of the business.
* Strong technical grounding in management accounts, VAT, payroll, and intercompany processes.
* ERP experience preferred; JD Edwards desirable but not essential.
* Strong communication skills and ability to manage a small team.
Benefits
* Generous Annual Leave: 25 days plus bank holidays.
* Private Medical Insurance for peace of mind.
* Enhanced Pension Scheme to support your future.
* Onsite Parking for easy commuting.
* Bonus Scheme linked to both company and personal objectives.
Why Join Us?
This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a broad, hands-on finance leadership role in a growing SME environment. You will gain exposure to global trading, project-based accounting, and parent-company reporting, while developing your leadership skills under the guidance of the Finance Director.
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