Head of Finance

Andrecruit Group Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Head of Finance near Somerset to provide strategic guidance and hands-on leadership. The ideal candidate will be a fully qualified accountant with a strong track record in diverse industries. Responsibilities include managing financial planning cycles, ensuring compliance, and leading the finance team. This position offers a salary between £70,000-£80,000 plus bonus and benefits.

Qualifications

• Background in accountancy practice combined with several years in industry.
• Practical experience with improving processes.

Responsibilities

• Own the budgeting, forecasting and long-term planning cycles.
• Provide strategic insight to support senior leadership.
• Drive improvements in financial controls and compliance.

Skills

Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Strong track record of business partnering

In-depth knowledge of financial reporting frameworks

Good grasp of UK tax

Leadership qualities

Tools

ERP/finance systems

Job description

Overview

JOB - Head of Finance
LOCATION - Somerset
TERM - Permanent
SALARY - £70,000-£80,000 + bonus/benefits

We are seeking a Head of Finance to join the senior leadership team near the Somerset area. This role will suit someone who started out in a professional practice environment and has since built commercial experience within engineering, manufacturing, or other complex industries. The successful candidate will provide both strategic guidance and hands-on leadership, ensuring robust financial control and supporting growth plans.

Qualifications

The Head of Finance will ideally have:

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Background in accountancy practice, combined with several years in industry
• Strong track record of business partnering with operational and non-finance teams
• In-depth knowledge of financial reporting frameworks (IFRS/UK GAAP)
• Good grasp of UK tax (corporate, VAT, indirect)
• Practical experience with ERP/finance systems and improving processes
• Leadership qualities with a focus on mentoring and developing a finance team

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include:

• Own the budgeting, forecasting and long-term planning cycles for the site
• Provide strategic insight to support senior leadership on investment, pricing and supplier decisions
• Drive improvements in financial controls, compliance, and management reporting
• Oversee statutory reporting and liaise with external auditors for smooth audit completion
• Manage standard costing and analyse variances, ensuring corrective actions are implemented
• Support tax compliance and submissions in line with group requirements
• Identify and mitigate financial risks, including foreign exchange exposures
• Lead and develop the finance function, ensuring alignment with business objectives

If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up-to-date CV, along with your availability and salary expectations.