Financial Director

JR United Kingdom; Livingston; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the retail sector is seeking an experienced accountant to oversee all financial operations. This role entails analyzing financial performance, advising management, and leading a finance team. The successful candidate will enjoy a transformative role in a growing business with opportunities for share options.

Benefits

Eligibility for share options after probation

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in retail or manufacturing.
• Proven track record of financial controls and reporting.
• Highly organized and motivated.

Responsibilities

• Fully responsible for all financial aspects of the business.
• Advise Senior Management on financial performance and recommendations.
• Guide departmental budget planning and management.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Motivation

Change management

Education

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