Financial Director

JR United Kingdom; Dunfermline; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the vape retail sector seeks a Financial Manager responsible for overseeing financial performance and guiding budget planning. With at least 5 years of experience in a dynamic retail or manufacturing environment, the ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and the ability to develop a successful finance team. This role is based on-site, requiring adherence to financial controls and direct reporting to senior management.

Benefits

Share options on completion of probation

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-year expertise within a fast-paced similar sector (Retail or Manufacturing).
• Proven track record in successfully implementing financial controls.
• Highly organised and motivated.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all financial aspects of the business.
• Analysing financial performance and advising Senior Management.
• Growing and managing a successful Finance team.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Motivational skills

Change management

Education

Qualified Chartered Accountant

Job description

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VPZ are the UK’s No 1 Vape retailer. Since 2012, we have grown from just 1 store in Edinburgh to over 180 stores across the whole of the UK, and with lots of new store openings planned, we’re not stopping there. With 600+ employees, we are known for setting and driving the standards within the vape industry.

About the role:

You will have full responsibility for all financial aspects of the business. Analysing financial performance, advising Senior Management on your findings and implementing recommendations to achieve the most profitable results for the business.

As an outstanding accountant, you will possess exceptional commercial acumen and strategic business insight. With excellent communication and mediation skills, you will be an operational leader, supporting our various business divisions, guiding them in planning and managing their departmental budgets. You will also have a proven ability in growing and managing a successful Finance team.

The successful candidate will be eligible for share options on completion of probation.

Please note this role requires 5 days on site here at Newbridge, Edinburgh

Experience required:

• Minimum 5-year expertise within a fast-paced similar sector (Retail or Manufacturing)
• You will have a proven track record in successfully implementing financial controls. You will be responsible for providing, and challenging, senior management colleagues with financial reporting and robust forecasting
• Qualified Chartered Accountant
• Highly organised and motivated

Skills required:

• Excellent interpersonal skills, able to motivate others and build effective relationships
• Able to manage change positively with teams and work at pace
• A desire to develop and grow with the business