Finance Manager

Hays PLC; Crediton; On-site; GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Head of Finance to lead their finance function at the Devon site. This pivotal role involves financial management, administrative duties, and collaboration with senior management to drive operational efficiency and compliance. The ideal candidate will be a qualified Chartered Accountant with strong leadership skills and a deep understanding of UK financial regulations. This position offers a competitive salary, performance bonuses, and the opportunity to contribute strategically to the company’s future. If you are looking for a role that combines financial expertise with leadership, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Company Performance Bonus

Range of Company Benefits

Strategic Input to Company

Qualifications

• Qualified Chartered Accountant with over 3 years in senior finance roles.
• Strong knowledge of UK financial regulations and tax laws.

Responsibilities

• Run the finance function for the Devon site, including financial management and payroll.
• Manage staff scheduling, training, and ensure compliance with health and safety legislation.

Skills

Financial Management

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Excel Proficiency

Knowledge of UK Financial Regulations

Education

Qualified Chartered Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Tools

SAP

Job description

Head of Finance - Finance Manager

Your new company

Leading manufacturer of producing high-performance products, with manufacturing facilities in the UK, Europe, Asia and North America. The clientele includes blue-chip corporations in the military, aerospace, and telecommunications sectors. People very rarely leave this company, making this role very rare.

Your new role
Reporting to a senior Director, you will be running the finance function for the Devon site. Your new job will involve:

• Financial Management: Maintain bank records, prepare monthly accounts, yearly budgets, cash flow summaries, and manage payroll and tax reports.
• Administrative Duties: Handle company secretary responsibilities, manage healthcare/dental schemes, death in service schemes, and insurance cover.
• Collaboration: Work with the Managing Director and other employees on energy procurement, financial constraints, and continuous improvement.
• Human Resources: Manage staff scheduling, training, disciplinary procedures, and ensure compliance with employment and health and safety legislation.
• Quality and Efficiency: Develop systems and procedures for operational efficiency, participate in quality audits, and promote ethical practices and corporate culture.

What you'll need to succeed

• Professional Qualifications and Experience: Qualified Chartered Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with over 3 years in senior finance roles.
  Strong knowledge of UK financial regulations, tax laws, accounting standards.
  High level proficiency in Excel.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to manage teams and present complex information clearly.
  Experience of SAP or similar ERP beneficial.

What you'll get in return

Salary in the region of £60k + company performance bonus
Range of company benefits
Strategic input to company

What you need to do now

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