Finance Director SME

TN United Kingdom; England; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Finance Director to lead their financial strategy and operations. This unique opportunity offers a chance to shape the financial future of a growing SME in Wiltshire. The ideal candidate will possess a strong academic background in finance, professional accreditation, and proven experience in senior financial management. You will collaborate with the CEO and senior leadership team, providing insights and recommendations to drive growth and sustainability. If you are passionate about financial excellence and ready to take the next step in your career, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Strong academic background in finance or accounting.
• Proven experience in senior financial management roles.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement financial strategies for growth.
• Oversee financial operations and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Financial Management

Budgeting

Forecasting

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Proficiency in Financial Software

Education

Finance Degree

Professional Accreditation (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Tools

Financial Software

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• A unique opportunity to join a privately owned SME in Wiltshire
• Would suit an ambitious finance professional looking for a step up

About Our Client

Michael Page is working in partnership with a unique £12m turnover SME based in Wiltshire. The business operates in a rewarding sector and has high hopes for expansion through organic growth and acquisition.

Job Description

As Finance Director, you will be responsible for the company finances and act as a key advisor to the CEO:

Strategy and Leadership:

• Develop and implement the organisation's financial strategy to support growth, sustainability, and long-term goals.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to the CEO, Senior Leadership Team, and board of directors.
• Lead the financial planning and analysis process, ensuring alignment with organisational priorities.

Financial Management & Operations

• Oversee all financial operations.
• Manage the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements, budgets, and forecasts.
• Ensure robust financial controls, policies, and procedures are in place and adhered to.
• Monitor and optimize working capital, ensuring sufficient liquidity to meet operational needs.

Budgeting & Reporting

• Lead the annual budgeting process, working closely with department heads to ensure realistic and achievable goals.
• Prepare and present financial reports to stakeholders, including variance analysis, cash flow forecasts, business performance, and other KPIs.
• Support department heads with financial analysis to improve efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, tax requirements, and reporting standards.
• Identify financial risks and implement strategies to mitigate them.
• Ensure financial controls are in place and adhered to.
• Oversee compliance with all financial, legal, accreditation, and regulatory requirements, including GAAP, tax, and banking regulations.
• Liaise with auditors, tax specialists, and others to ensure proper monitoring of company finances and timely delivery of audits and regulatory reports.
• Ensure all company insurances are in place and cost-effective.
• Oversee the compliance function, ensuring adherence to ISO, PCI, and Health & Safety standards.
• Lead and mentor the finance team, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning.
• Develop and implement training programs to enhance the skills of the finance team.
• Assist the finance team with month-end, year-end, and budgeting processes.

Partnerships & Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate with external stakeholders, including auditors, banks, insurance, and legal partners.
• Advise on the financial feasibility of new programs, initiatives, and investments.

Board Duties & Company Secretary

• Member of the Board of Directors and Senior Leadership Team.
• Maintain statutory books, including registers of directors, shareholders, charges, minutes, and debenture holders.
• Arrange meetings of the directors.
• Ensure the security of legal documents.

Corporate

• Lead financial due diligence for acquisitions or sales if required.
• Work with the CEO on presentations, forecasts, and plans for acquisitions.
• Collaborate with advisors to deliver required outputs.

The Successful Applicant

Key Requirements:

• A strong academic background in finance, accounting, or a related field.
• Professional accreditation (ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
• Proven experience in a senior financial managerial position.
• Strong knowledge of financial management, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Proficiency in financial software and tools.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent analytical and strategic thinking abilities.
• Energetic, dynamic, enthusiastic, and highly motivated with a passion for excellence, self-development, and innovation.
• Commercially astute, technically strong, and capable of operating at both strategic and operational levels.
• An influential leader with emotional intelligence, mentoring, and coaching skills.
• Proactive, results-driven, and ownership-oriented with a challenge-seeking attitude.
• Committed to continuous improvement and developing a positive culture.

What's on Offer

• A competitive salary (Please ask for more details)