Finance Director

Jhe Partners; Hempstalls; Sur place; GBP 90 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

JHE & Partners is recruiting a permanent Finance Director/CFO for a family-owned business in Stoke-on-Trent. You will own financial management, partner with the MD and Board to steer growth, and drive strategic decisions across the company.

The role requires a senior finance professional with recent experience at director level, the ability to lead FP&A and capital projects, and a track record of supporting growth initiatives. A competitive salary and long-term incentive package are on offer.

Qualifications

• Professional accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)
• Experience operating at a senior finance level with board interaction
• Ability to challenge and inspire across departments

Responsabilités

• Act as a trusted advisor to MD and Board, providing financial insight and supporting commercial decision making
• Support new business wins, internal investments and capital projects
• Lead commercial reviews and profitability analysis
• Oversee all financial operations including monthly management accounts, board packs and annual statutory requirements
• Oversee FP&A activities for the group
• Manage external relationships with banks, external accountants and handle company secretarial duties
• Lead projects to upgrade finance systems and improve processes
• Coach and mentor staff to foster a growth mindset
• Perform other duties as required of a Finance Director

Connaissances

Financial leadership

Strategic planning

FP&A

Board reporting

Relationship management

People leadership

Formation

ACA/ACCA/CIMA

Description du poste

JHE & Partners are delighted to be working exclusively with an established, family-owned business based in Stoke on Trent as they look to recruit a permanent Finance Director/CFO.

The company have exciting plans to increase turnover by 25% over the next two years. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in this growth phase, partnering closely with the Managing Director and Board to provide strategic direction and support commercial decision making, whilst having full ownership of the company's financial management.

We are looking for someone with ambition and the motivation to play a key role in driving the company forward. Applicants will have a proven track record at this level and demonstrable experience supporting company growth.

The company have developed a superb culture, built on real values that run throughout the whole business. This is an exciting opportunity to shape and develop the finance function, whilst having a direct impact on the direction of the business.

• Act as a trusted advisor to the MD and Board, providing financial insight and supporting commercial decision making
• Supporting new business wins, internal investments and capital projects
• Leading commercial reviews and profitability analysis
• Oversee all financial operations including monthly management accounts, board packs and annual statutory requirements
• Oversee all FP&A activities for the group
• Manage external relationships with banks, external accountants and handle all company secretarial duties
• Lead projects to update finance systems, improving processes and increase efficiencies
• Provide coaching and mentorship for people across the business to support a growth mindset
• Other duties as required of a Finance Director

Applicants will hold a professional accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA or CIMA), as well as having experience operating at a similar level recently. Applicants must be able to work closely with people at all levels, across all departments, within the business. The ability to challenge when appropriate and inspire colleagues to achieve their goals in line with company objectives is also a key attribute.

In return, the company are offering a competitive salary and package which would include a long-term incentive plan.

If you are an experienced Senior Finance professional who is looking for an influential role in an exciting business.