Finance Director
Hybrid working with minimum of 2 days in the office in Alton, Hampshire. Induction period will be office based.
Salary Circa £90,000.
About us
Disaster Care Platinum are a trusted national provider of disaster restoration services specialising in the emergency cleaning and drying of properties after fire or flood events. As this dynamic, privately owned, fast-paced, business enters a new phase of its growth, the group is looking for an experienced Finance Director to join the Senior Leadership Team. Disaster Care turnover is £25 million and continuing to grow.
The Role
You will be a driven and proactive individual with relevant post-qualification experience with the ability to inspire and motivate the finance teams. You will have a hands-on approach and will be able to demonstrate excellent communication and leadership skills. Previous experience of leading finance transformation projects or automating finance processes is also required.
Responsibilities
• Lead and oversee all financial operations and controls, including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, analysis and cash flow management
• Proven ability to learn finance software (Access Financials) and understand the end to end data processes relating to Finance
• Production of consolidated monthly management accounts
• Production of statutory accounts for all businesses within the group
• Lead and implement key financial strategies and initiatives
• Develop and lead the Finance and Management Information (MI) Teams
• Building bespoke financial models
• Advising the business owner on accounting and tax matters
• Ensure strong cash management and cashflow forecasting
• Maintain compliance with relevant financial rules, regulations, accounting principles, and best practices
• Provide strategic financial guidance to the CEO and other members of the Senior Leadership Team to support (investment) decision-making and to drive business growth
• Maintenance of the Risk Register and identification of mitigation strategies
• Liaise with external parties e.g. bank, external auditors, tax advisors
• Review current systems and implement new robust ways of working, optimizing resource availability
Candidate Profile
• ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified accountant with at least 5 years post qualification experience
• Proven track record of success as a Finance Director or in a similar senior finance role
• In-depth knowledge of financial regulations, accounting principles, and best practices
• Strong technical financial accounting skills
• Excellent leadership and communication skills
• A working knowledge of Access Financials (desirable), and strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Experience in strategic planning, financial modelling, and risk management
• Commercial acumen
Ability to work flexibly, quickly adapting to developments and able to apply judgement