Finance Director

Office Angels; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the niche commercial sector is searching for a dynamic Financial Director to manage its financial health. This challenging role demands exceptional leadership skills and a commitment to drive financial strategy for growth, ensuring compliance and effective management of finances.

Benefits

Annual leave of 31 days, increasing with service

Death in Service coverage at 4x basic salary

Private Medical Insurance (BUPA)

Sickness and Income Protection for up to 2 years

Employee Assistance programmes covering well-being

Salary Sacrifice pension scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years finance experience with extensive senior accountancy experience.
• Integrity, enquiring mind, commitment to excellence and governance.

Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to departmental budgets and provide financial guidance.
• Contribute to company strategy and develop the annual operating budget.
• Monitor financial transactions and manage cash flow effectively.

Skills

Mathematical skills

IT skills

Communication

Decision-making under pressure

Education

Advanced degree in accounting, business, finance, or related field

Professional qualifications (CIMA, ACA, or ACCA)

Job description

Job Title: Financial Director

Location: Yeovil, Somerset
Contract Type: Permanent
Annual Salary: 80,000 - 100,000
Working Pattern: Full Time
Driving Required: Yes

Summary:
Our client, a leader in the niche commercial sector, is seeking a dynamic Financial Director to join their senior leadership team. This pivotal role will oversee the financial health of the organisation, ensuring compliance with regulations while guiding financial strategy to support growth. If you possess exceptional leadership skills and a passion for financial excellence, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Oversight: Ensure adherence to departmental budgets and provide financial guidance to managers and staff to achieve business objectives.
• Strategic Development: Contribute to company strategy across all sectors and develop the annual operating budget to meet financial targets.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all financial practises align with regulations, developing systems and policies for effective financial management.
• Market Analysis: analyse financial climates and market trends to assist in strategic planning, evaluating capital expenditure and forming recommendations.
• Cash Flow Management: Monitor financial transactions and seek methods to minimise commercial and financial risks.
• Financial Reporting: Oversee the preparation of financial accounts, ensuring timely and accurate presentation to the Executive Board.
• Contract Auditing: Ensure financial monitoring is current through effective oversight of auditing services.
• Company Secretary Duties: Compile and submit required documents to Companies House and HMRC in a timely manner.
• Relationship Management: Build and maintain relationships with service providers, banking institutions, and accountants.
• Team Development: Communicate effectively with your team, motivating and developing staff to reach their potential through regular feedback and performance appraisals.
• Regulatory Awareness: Stay updated on changes to regulations and ensure they are reflected in practises.
• Policy Adherence: Comply with all company policies, including health and safety procedures.

Person Specification:
To excel in this role, candidates must demonstrate:

• Qualifications: An advanced degree in accounting, business, finance, or a related field, along with professional qualifications (CIMA, ACA, or ACCA).
• Experience: A minimum of 10 years in finance with extensive senior accountancy experience.
• Skills: Strong mathematical and IT skills, exceptional communication abilities, and the capability to make critical decisions under pressure.
• Personal Qualities: A motivated individual with integrity, an enquiring mind, and a commitment to excellence and good governance.

Benefits:

• Annual leave of 31 days (including bank holidays), increasing with service and options for additional purchase.
• Death in Service coverage at 4x basic salary.
• Private Medical Insurance (BUPA).
• Sickness and Income Protection for up to 2 years.
• Employee Assistance programmes (EAPs) covering physical, mental, and financial well being.
• Salary Sacrifice pension scheme.
• Bonus discussions will occur during the interview process.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and lead the financial strategy of a forward-thinking organisation, apply today! Join our client in driving their success and achieving new heights in the niche commercial sector.

Office Angels is an employment agency. We are an equal opportunities employer who put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

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